The carbon counter
Dr. Yinon Bar-On is working to quantify our ecosystems’ capacity to absorb carbon
Attracted to magnetism
Prof. Ilya Kuprov explores how magnetic resonance unlocks key insights across science and technology
Decoding molecular mysteries
Dr. Shifra Lansky is harnessing atomic force microscopy to investigate membrane protein dynamics
The core of machine learning
Dr. Gal Vardi is on a quest to understand neural networks and how to train them
Breaking new ground in plant genomics
Dr. Yoav Voichek is uncovering the untapped potential in the genetic code of plants
Patterned symmetry
From wallpaper to the cosmos, Prof. Daniel Wise is bridging abstract theory with the fundamental structures that govern our universe
The birth of a new carbon
Dr. Elena Meirzadeh is exploring the novel form of a familiar material she discovered as a postdoc
Toward a treatment for Huntington’s disease
Weizmann scientists have discovered two small molecules that can reverse the effects of this incurable neurodegenerative disorder
Journey to the frontiers of the universe
Ruth Oratz on her once-in-a-lifetime visit to the Giant Magellan Telescope
Diabetes can raise respiratory risk
A new study reveals how high blood sugar makes lung infections worse, and possible reversal strategies
The solar forest
Planting solar panels in arid regions could tackle the climate crisis better than planting trees
Erasing traces of trauma from the young brain
Weizmann researchers reveal how exposure to trauma in infancy alters the brain and that early treatment is vital for rehabilitation
A philanthropic way of life
Grounded in Weizmann history, the Clore family continues to shape tomorrow’s science
Breaking their teeth on an immune disorder
A newly discovered autoimmune disorder disrupts tooth enamel development, with implications for the earlier diagnosis of celiac disease
Friendly neighborhood fungus outcompetes
Weizmann scientists discover a new species of microbe that may defend against life-threatening infection
Going all in on AI
Welcome to the new AI Hub for Scientific Discovery, where a creative community is tackling ‘AI for science’ from the bottom up
The scent of compassion
Exposure to chemicals in women’s tears can reduce aggressive behavior in men
When science meets medicine
A landmark donation from the Miriam and Aaron Gutwirth Fund will establish the Institute’s first MD/PhD program
Brain research goes wild
Prof. Nachum Ulanovsky takes his team on the ultimate field trip to Africa to study the neural mechanisms of navigation
Major new Exhibition Hall to complement the Garden of Science
Sir John Ritblat has pledged a major gift to construct a versatile educational facility
New horizons in Ofakim
Yossi Dahan has made a visionary pledge to support Davidson’s premilitary gap-year program in the south
All in the family
The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust pledged a foundational grant to fund a new community center on campus
Investing today in the women of tomorrow
A major gift from Blythe Brenden will support key efforts to advance women in science
Branching out
Postdoctoral fellow Dr. Diriba Nemera is studying how drought affects trees’ response to environmental changes
Beyond brilliant
Introducing ShePhysics@Weizmann, a student-founded group providing professional development and support for women in physics
Meeting the moment
Since October 7, the Davidson Institute has played a critical role in providing educational activities and fostering resilience among children displaced by the conflict
When the campus becomes the lab
Prof. Tamir Klein’s super sensors are measuring the carbon intake of trees across the Weizmann campus
Local heroes
Field experiments with wheat in the northern Negev symbolize hope and renewal after October 7
IN MEMORIAM – Prof. Avi Minsky
A career marked by significant contributions to our understanding of DNA organization and cellular survival mechanisms
IN MEMORIAM – Prof. Harry Dym
Utilizing tools from classical analysis and operator theory, Prof. Dym earned his place as a world-leading mathematician
The science of happiness
Positive neuroscience and the mindful living and giving of Valeria and Mike Rosenbloom
The long road home
For young Israeli scientists, the decision of whether or not to return home after a fellowship abroad has become harder than ever
From discovery to distinction
Awards and honors for leading Weizmann scientists—from young researchers to seasoned faculty
Mixing light and matter
Dr. Alexander Poddubny explores quantum optics and the powerful interactions between atoms and photons
Revolutionizing vision to unveil the hidden world
Dr. Mark Sheinin envisions a world where cameras can capture nuances hidden in plain sight
Evolving immunity
Dr. Tanita Wein is applying her expertise in comparative genomics and evolutionary principles to a new field in immunology
The mechanics of geometr
Mathematician Dr. Shira Tanny is examining the relationship between the dynamics of particles and the geometrics of the space in which they move
Building better tools to probe the immune response
Dr. Ranit Kedmi is working to unlock the mechanism behind T cell ‘programs’
Shapeshifting mathematics
Dr. Shachar Carmeli is using algebraic topology to manipulate geometric shapes