Research and development

DASGRI 2026 Unites Global Experts on Responsible AI and Data-Driven Social Impact

"DASGRI 2026 showcased the growing power of responsible AI and global collaboration to drive meaningful social and technological progress."
In this photo illustration, a smartphone displays the logo of Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO), a Denmark-based pharmaceutical company specializing in diabetes care, obesity treatment, in front of a screen showing the company's latest stock market chart, January 29, 2026

Cellular Intelligence strikes deal with Novo Nordisk to advance Parkinson’s cell therapy

"Exploring alternative AI platforms that simplify and enhance creative workflows."

Senior R&D managers are paying the price of the AI revolution - opinion

Person, hands and writing with tablet for research (illustrative)

A strategic miss: R&D is Israel's brain - so why does it develop, manufacture abroad? - opinion


Chinese university unveils laser neuron processing data a billion times faster than biological ones

This innovation could have a revolutionary impact on artificial intelligence and computing, enabling ultrafast data processing and significant energy savings.

 Chinese scientists have developed a laser-based artificial neuron that operates at unprecedented speeds, potentially revolutionizing artificial intelligence applications. The University of Hong Kong.

Report: Google developed artificial intelligence that "detects emotions"

The new language model, named PaliGemma2, is supposed to identify feelings based on images. This technological development is already raising ethical concerns.

 Google Headquarters. Artificial Intelligence Detects Emotions

Scientists develop diamond battery that could last 5,000 years

The carbon-14 diamond battery provides a way to better utilize the carbon-14 produced as nuclear waste in nuclear power plants, which originates from graphite.

 The team behind the diamond batter at UKAEA.

Want to try the 'Human Washer of the Future'? Japanese company develops AI-bathtub

During the washing process, ultrasonic waves are emitted, and microscopic bubbles are released to massage and relax the user's body.

 Ultrasonic bath — Automatic washing machine for human from 1970. The inspiration.

Could Israel's Technion significantly improve the quality of MRI scans?

The scanners, which cost millions of dollars apiece and are of vital importance in diagnostic medicine, provide non-invasive imaging that produces detailed, 3-D anatomical images.

 PROF. AHARON BLANK (left) and Dr. Itai Katz: Improving MRI quality and expanding its usage.

Bnei Zion Medical Center in Haifa: Giving a child painkillers before an operation reduces pain

A separate study showed that children who received spinal anesthesia had lower levels of stress hormones than those with general anesthesia.

 At University of Haifa medical school ceremony on Sunday, June 2, 2024.

Lightning storms accelerating the rate of sea ice melting at the North Pole

Researchers from Tel Aviv University find that a natural phenomenon may be melting

 Lightning (illustrative)

Here's how one Israeli executive pivoted to make more of a difference in the world

Passover perspectives: Israeli executives answer the Four Questions

 Yael Lavie

Israel Aerospace Industries, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi sign CSR agreement

The agreement establishes a framework for collaborative research projects, training initiatives, and expert consultations between IAI and IIT Delhi. .

 Dr Avital Schrift, VP Core Tech, IAI; Col (res) Zeev Mivtzari , CMD & IAI Country Head for India, IAI; Prof. Rajendra Singh, Associate Dean, Research and Development, IIT Delhi; Prof. Chetan Arora, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, IIT Delhi

New cancer research for personalized care

Israeli researchers lead a study to predict the success of personalized immunotherapy, avoiding biopsies and conventional cancer treatment.

 Graph, from left: The testing process up to the decision if immunotherapy treatment is suitable for the patient.