Features Ground control to major discoveries A new Weizmann Institute observatory in Israel’s Negev desert is poised to reveal new knowledge about the cosmos, with a novel series of telescopes and a method that is unique in the world. Date: December 21, 2020
Features Frontiers of the Universe The Frontiers of the Universe initiative, which will be housed in a new building, is expected to generate an unprecedented, wide-lens view of where the Universe has been, where it is going, and how. Date: November 9, 2020
Features Boots on the ground in Ofakim The pre-military training unit—or mechina—is not just another gap-year program: much of the curriculum is devoted to science, mathematics, and technology. Date: April 16, 2020
Features The artistry of math Folding together creativity and calculation, the flexigon is a new hit from the Davidson Institute of Science Education. Date: April 27, 2020
Features A wise future for neuroscience Weizmann’s flagship initiative will make us smarter than ever about the human brain Date: April 25, 2020
Features Artificial intelligence: the future of smart AI is reshaping our lives—and revolutionizing science Date: April 27, 2020
Features Brain-saving technology Imagine a doctor peering into a patient’s head—from miles away—and diagnosing impending brain damage from an expanding blood clot, by simply glancing at a mobile device. That ability is close at hand. Date: April 23, 2020
Features A+ in digital science education Teachers worldwide are taking a crash course in digital learning. A new Weizmann system called PeTeL,which uses AI to personalize remote classroom learning, has become a popular solution. Date: April 24, 2020
Features A look forward Incoming Weizmann Institute of Science President Prof. Alon Chen spoke to the International Board and friends on November 11, outlining his vision and plans for the future. Read his speech here. Date: November 26, 2019
Features Making the garden grow Check out the plans for the new and improved Clore Garden of Science! Date: October 7, 2019
Features Bridging the discovery gap A new program launched by Yeda, the Weizmann Institute’s technology transfer arm, is bridging the gap between basic science breakthroughs and commercial application. Date: October 3, 2019
Features A potent future for stem cells What exactly are stem cells—and what promise do they hold for human health? Date: October 3, 2019
Eyes on the sky ULTRASAT, a new project spearheaded by Weizmann Institute astrophysicists, is a new satellite... Date: October 2, 2019
Tackling lung cancer Two Italian Lombroso postdoctoral fellows, together with Prof. Yossi Yarden, identified a... Date: June 26, 2019
