Monthly Archives: May 2018

Israeli-style farm for at risk Tanzanian kids

In 2017 Tanzanian community developer and environmentalist Fabian Bulugu volunteered at Kaima – an organization that uses organic farming to give Israeli high-school dropouts an income and a fresh start on life. Now Fabian is building a similar social farm … Continue reading

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New Tanzanian embassy

Tanzania is opening its first embassy in Israel on May 8th.  The grand opening of the embassy in Ramat Gan will be attended by Tanzania’s Foreign Minister Augustine Mahiga. Israel’s Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman and Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked visited … Continue reading

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Zebrafish clue to infant crib deaths

Scientists at Israel’s Bar-Ilan University have found a link between body temperature and disturbed sleep from neuronal noise that may explain Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Their research was advanced by analyzing the effect of rising water temperature on the … Continue reading

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Early cancer detection

Scientists at Israel’s Ben-Gurion University and Soroka Medical Center have developed a new non-invasive method to detect the breast cancer biomarker early and accurately. They analyzed breath using electronic nose gas sensors, and urine using gas-chromatography mass spectrometry. http://nocamels.com/2018/04/israeli-scientists-breast-cancer-new-method/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0010482518300775

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Innovative solutions for wounded veterans

200 Israeli tech innovators participated in a 3-day “make-a-thon” in Tel Aviv to address a variety of challenges faced by 12 wounded war veterans (7 Israelis, 6 Americans and one French). “Makers for Heroes” organized by non-profit RESTART, is the … Continue reading

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Protein shake helps children grow

I reported previously (May 2015) on the high-protein growth supplement developed by Professor Moshe Phillip at Israel’s Schneider Medical Center. Professor Phillip then co-founded Nutritional Growth Solutions (NG Solutions) and launched its “Healthy Height” shake in the US and Europe. … Continue reading

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The “secret” of Israeli longevity

National Geographic Travel suggests reasons for Israel’s consistent position near the top of the world’s longevity scale. It cites the combination of a Mediterranean-style diet, low alcohol consumption, strong family and cultural values, and an excellent healthcare system. https://www.israel21c.org/the-secrets-of-israelis-long-satisfying-lives/

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