Author Archives: MichaelOrdman

A new center for neuroscience

Israel’s Sheba Medical Center is partnering with Thomas Jefferson University in the USA, to promote neuroscience research and clinical treatment at both institutions. It includes construction of a cutting-edge neuroscience center on Sheba’s Tel HaShomer campus, targeted to open in … Continue reading

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Algae for mind and body

A recent clinical study has shown that AstaPure Arava® by Israel’s Solabia- Algatech Nutrition benefits the immune system and lowers stress. It boosts the gut microbiome while lowering the stress hormone cortisol. The result is a much better resistance to … Continue reading

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Finding the right antidepressant

Israel’s Genetika+ is developing a precision tool to determine if a particular antidepressant will work for an individual. It will also apparently highlight any side effects. (See also Taliaz.) https://nocamels.com/2022/09/brain-in-a-dish-tech-antidepressant/ https://www.genetikaplus.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oovQR2j1M8

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Turning cancer into a chronic disease

Ofer Shalev, Founder & CEO at Israel’s New Phase (see here previously) spoke at CTech’s Mind the Tech NY Conference.  New Phase’s hyperthermic therapy reduces cancer from Stage 4 to Stage 2 so patients can live with a better quality … Continue reading

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Israeli-led European cancer consortium

Professors from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Hadassah Cancer Research Institute are leading CanceRNA – a European consortium working to develop novel immunotherapy treatments for cancer. The consortium will initially focus on treating acute myeloid leukemia. https://www.jns.org/israelis-lead-intl-hunt-for-innovative-cancer-treatments/

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Million-dollar coin returns to Israel

A Judean quarter-shekel silver coin (one of only two in existence) was returned to the State of Israel in ceremony in New York. It was minted in 69 CE by the Jewish leaders of the Great Revolt (66-73 CE) as … Continue reading

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How Israel is attracting young tech talent

Useful summary of four initiatives to help talented individuals make Aliyah and fill the gaps in Israel’s high-tech industry. Israel Innovation Authority grants; MasaTech career relocation program; Government fast-track Law of Return; plus, specific company programs. https://www.jns.org/opinion/how-israel-is-attracting-young-tech-talent/

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Wrestling with an Angel

United Hatzalah volunteer EMT Yair had spent Shabbat with a family in Tiberias when he was called to save the life of a 73-year-old family member who suffered cardiac arrest. After 20 mins his pulse returned. Yair said afterwards he … Continue reading

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20 years of Aliyah work

Nefesh b’Nefesh is celebrating 20 years of moving Jews from North America to Israel. NbN’s tremendous efforts have enabled 75,000+ Jews to begin new lives in the Jewish State. https://www.jns.org/celebrating-20-years-of-resettling-north-american-jewry-into-careers-homes-and-lives-in-israel/ https://www.jpost.com/jerusalem-report/article-716512

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Israel In Our Lives

Don’t miss this Israel21c Zoom event “Israel In Our Lives: Innovation & Impact” on 25 Oct at 12noon Pacific Time. Hear from three Israeli scientists who are pioneering innovations in space and learn about their global impact. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-65HsZw2QYm43NSZoMkNXQ

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