Meet the Israeli scientists changing the world

Sponsored Advertisement The latest news and scientific breakthroughs at the Weizmann Institute. [View this email online]( [Weizmann]( [facebook]( [twitter]( [instagram]( [youtube]( [linkedin]( [Celebrating Great Minds]( Today’s great scientific minds Hello, If you haven’t yet been introduced to the brilliant scientists of the [Weizmann Institute, a top-ten scientific powerhouse](, you can’t fully understand the impact they are making on the betterment of humanity. These are just a few of the great minds whose extraordinary breakthroughs are changing the world: [hexagon icon] [Prof. Maya Schuldiner]( creates cutting-edge robotic technology to research the function of genes. In a fascinating video, she tells us how uncovering the functions of genes can lead to treatments for rare diseases and the 300 million people who suffer from them worldwide. [hexagon icon] [Prof. Eran Elinav]( uncovered the role of the intestinal microbiome in a myriad of diseases, including diabetes, ALS, and cancer. [hexagon icon] [Prof. Asaph Aharoni]( shaped modern treatment for Parkinson’s by bioengineering plants. What’s he doing now? He recently discovered more than 30 new cannabinoids in the South African woolly umbrella plant. [hexagon icon] [Dr. Sivan Refaely-Abramson]( is reimagining how to collect and harness renewable energy, using intelligent materials derived from the building blocks of nature. In an illuminating video, she explains how understanding the way particles interact will lead to more effective, cleaner, and greener energy. [hexagon icon] [Prof. Nava Dekel]( made IVF successful for more people struggling with infertility, using an innovative biopsy treatment now used in fertility centers worldwide. [hexagon icon] [Prof. Yonina Eldar]( continues to improve MRI and ultrasound equipment to be more affordable, portable, and accurate. [hexagon icon] [Prof. Jacob Hanna]( has grown synthetic embryo models of mice outside the womb using only stem cells cultured in a petri dish – making it possible to one day grow organs for transplantation. [hexagon icon] [Dr. Einat Segev]( uses million-year-old algae to uncover the secrets of the ocean. In a new video, she shows how her deep dive into oceanic research can help us better understand the impacts of climate change. [hexagon icon] Prof. Michal Schwartz was awarded the 2023 Israel Prize in Life Science. Schwartz was honored with the prestigious award for “groundbreaking discoveries that led to a new understanding of the interactions between the immune system and the brain.” The celebration took place in conjunction with Israel’s 75th Independence Day. [Michal Schwartz] “My love affair with science began in 5th or 6th grade when I took a walk at the Weizmann Institute. Walking around the campus, I had a feeling that the air here was saturated with knowledge, and I said: This is where I want to be… This was my fantasy. Since I didn’t grow up in a family of scientists, I didn’t know what exactly science was. I only knew that I had a thirst for knowledge.” — Prof. Michal Schwartz, in The Future Is Here – a docuseries of the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation For more than eight decades, the Weizmann Institute’s dedicated researchers have collaborated across borders and disciplines, pursuing their curiosity, and making inspired breakthroughs that improve the lives of everyone, everywhere. Visit our [Celebrating Great Minds page]( and learn more about the minds and scientific advancement at the Weizmann Institute of Science. Thank you for celebrating these pioneering scientists and their visionary discoveries with me. [Dave] Dave Doneson CEO American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science [DONATE NOW]( [Science for the benefit of humanity.]( American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science © 2023 633 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017 800.242.2947 | info@acwis.org | [weizmann-usa.org]( | Unsubscribe [DONATE NOW]( [Platinum Transparency 2023]( [facebook]( [twitter]( [instagram]( [youtube]( [linkedin]( Because you are a registered member of the [timesofisrael.com]( email list, you are receiving this advertiser sponsored email. No endorsement by The Times of Israel of advertiser products or services, real or implied, is intended. For more information: The Times of Israel, 4 Washington Street, Jerusalem 9418704, Israel You are currently subscribed as {EMAIL}. [Unsubscribe from commercial offers from The Times of Israel]( Note: This will not unsubscribe you from Times of Israel editorial newsletters [View in browser](