Monthly Archives: May 2013

A gel to repair massive nerve damage

Posted on May 26, 2013

Tel Aviv University researchers have invented a method for repairing damaged peripheral nerves. A biodegradable implant and a new Guiding Regeneration Gel (GRG) to increase nerve growth and healing can repair a torn or damaged nerve, relieving pain and restoring … Continue reading →

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UK and Israel to double co-operation

Posted on May 26, 2013

UK’s Foreign Secretary and Israel’s Minister for Science signed a Memorandum of Understanding, under the British-Israeli Research Academic Exchange, to double existing cooperation in regenerative medicine, increasing the number of research scholarships to 300 within five years. http://www.bicom.org.uk/news-article/14705/

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Through the looking glass

Posted on May 26, 2013

(Thanks to Israel21c) Israel’s Dip-Tech has an innovative digital glass printing solution that turns ordinary-looking buildings into extraordinary landmarks. Examples of Dip-Tech’s glass designs can be found on a Moscow Mall, Harlem Hospital, Barclays France HQ and Exeter University. http://israel21c.org/culture/israels-dip-tech-turns-building-facades-into-art/

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These lampshades are really green

Posted on May 26, 2013

(Thanks to NoCamels) Israeli designer Nir Meiri’s Marine Light project uses seaweed to make lampshades. He writes that seaweed is harvested on a commercial scale, “as a result of a growing interest driven by environmental concerns.” Meiri presented his creation … Continue reading →

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More leaks detected

Posted on May 26, 2013

Haifa-based IBM Research Lab scientists have developed “Big Data” algorithms that can interpret utility meter readings and sensors to detect water leaks. Israel’s Arad Metering Technologies will integrate IBM’s new consumption pattern analytics program into their smart metering system. http://www.jpost.com/Enviro-Tech/Water-consumption-analysis-finds-faults-leakages-313801

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Go-faster stripes for Israeli hi-tech

Posted on May 26, 2013

In a twist on the usual scenario, Israeli networking equipment manufacturer Mellanox has bought California-based silicon-photonics technology pioneer Kotura. The acquisition provides Mellanox with Kotura’s 100-megabit data transmission capability and perhaps even more. http://www.timesofisrael.com/acquisition-gives-mellanox-speedy-tech-for-data-centers/

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No debris at Tel Aviv’s airport

Posted on May 26, 2013

(Thanks Uri) Israel Airports Authority has installed the automated Foreign Object Debris detection system FODetect developed by Israel’s Xsight, at Ben-Gurion airport. The system identifies material on the runway that could cause a disaster like the one involving an Air-France … Continue reading →

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Tel Aviv to be the world’s first ‘digitalized’ city

Posted on May 26, 2013

This summer, “Digi-Tel,” will allow Tel Aviv residents to do all municipal business online. Via free wifi, you can receive event information and buy tickets for the shows and sports you are interested in. http://www.timesofisrael.com/tel-aviv-to-be-the-worlds-first-digitalized-city/

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1500-year-old mosaic unearthed

Posted on May 19, 2013

The Israel Antiquities Authority has discovered a Byzantine era mosaic floor under the fields of Kibbutz Beit Kama in the Negev. The red, black, and yellow mosaic was found prior to the paving of the highway 6, just below the … Continue reading →

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UK to hold major rally to support Israel

Posted on May 19, 2013

The UK (Jewish and non-Jewish) community is holding a street parade on June 2nd to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the founding of the State of Israel. The “Closer to Israel” event also includes many other activities and projects designed … Continue reading →

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