Increasing yields of winter wheat
Israel’s Lavie Bio (see previously) has expanded its Yalos microbial inoculant (biological fertilizer) to winter wheat. Yalos improves yields by some 12.5%. Trials in North America continue and Lavie Bio plans to expand Yalos to crops such as soybean and canola.
Sustainable corn production
Israel’s N2Off (NTWO OFF – see previously) has demonstrated that its innovative bacteria technology, can potentially reduce Nitrous Oxide (N2O) emissions when applied to corn seedlings at comparable levels (by 40-50%) already obtained in wheat cultivation.
Post-grad course in green energy
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is launching a new master’s program focused on green energy technology. It will incorporate eco-friendly materials, creating green energy production devices, and tackling challenges in energy storage and management.
Multifunctional sensors for physical AI
Scientists and Israel’s Ben Gurion University have developed 3D-printable electronic composite materials (ISMCs) that can make biological-like sensors. They can have a huge impact in healthcare and robotics and launch the world of physical AI, with even more potential than digital AI.
Connecting the sun and the soil
Israel’s agRE.tech is developing an AI-powered robotic system for solar farms that incorporate agricultural farms. The robots perform precise spraying, pruning, autonomous picking, and more, alongside automatic control and maintenance of the solar fields.
Empowering the deaf to use the phone
Israeli-founded Nagish allows the deaf to talk on the phone. The solution uses AI to enable real-time transcription, adjustment of the text display to the user's needs, and an intuitive interface. There are about one billion hearing impaired people worldwide.
Accident prevention software unveiled
Israel’s CorrActions (see previously) has developed AI software that determines a driver’s cognitive state – sleepy, inebriated or simply distracted. Its Driver NeuroMonitoring (brain analysis) System integrates with motion sensors in the steering wheel, seats etc.
Lasers to stop hair loss
Israel’s Lumenis (see previously) has launched FoLix – its FDA-approved breakthrough laser system designed to combat hair loss. FoLix’s unique technology delivers precise pulses of laser that leverage the body’s natural processes to stimulate hair follicles.
Enhanced cowpea approved
Israel’s BetterSeeds (see previously) has received US Department of Agriculture approval for PeaMAX - its gene-improved cowpea. The new high-protein, hardy variety has a shorter growing season and is easier to harvest. Ideal for summer cultivation by soybean farmers.
Post-grad course in green energy
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is launching a new master’s program focused on green energy technology. It will incorporate eco-friendly materials, creating green energy production devices, and tackling challenges in energy storage and management.