ISRAEL21c
ISRAEL21c was founded in 2001, in the wake of the Second Intifada, to broaden public understanding of Israel beyond typical portrayals in the mainstream media.
The organization’s founders – Israeli-American technology executives – understood the great power of the Internet and developed a first-of-its kind online product with global appeal and reach.
Most Recent Articles by ISRAEL21c:
In world first, Israeli man gets injected shinbone graft
December 27, 2017
Procedure was part of a clinical trial of human bone tissue grown in a bioreactor from fat cells of the same patient, eliminating risk of rejection
How do some marine organisms form their own glass “skeletons” in cold water?
Smartphone app listens to your voice for lung disease
November 9, 2017
Healthymize is the first product to monitor a COPD patient’s voice automatically and consistently in the background of all phone conversations.
Compound in cannabis could ease asthma
November 9, 2017
Prof. Raphael Mechoulam, ‘father’ of medical cannabis, turns focus on asthma at Hebrew University’s Multidisciplinary Center on Cannabis Research.
Israel sends emergency aid package to plague-stricken Madagascar
November 9, 2017
The Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the South African branch of Israel’s national emergency service, Magen David Adom, have sent aid to Madagascar following a deadly outbreak of the Black Death
How your eyelids move is a clue to diagnosing disease
October 18, 2017
Israeli researchers say monitoring the motion of eyelids can help diagnose eye diseases and neurological diseases, including Parkinson’s.
Ancient Roman theater uncovered next to Western Wall
October 18, 2017
After 1,700 years, dramatic discovery changes archaeologists’ entire understanding of Jerusalem after the destruction of the Second Temple.
Israel sends aid to California as deadly fires rage
October 18, 2017
IsraAID has sent a team of emergency personnel to help the victims of the blazes in California that have killed 40 and razed 5,700 homes and businesses.
Israeli hospital gets grant to treat Syrian kids’ hearing loss
October 10, 2017
SpaceIL Chairman Morris Kahn donates six-figure gift to fund hearing treatment for Syrian refugee children in Ziv Medical Center
Israeli company unveils revolutionary artificial cornea
October 10, 2017
CorNeat Vision develops new nanotech solution that could one day help restore sight to millions who have gone blind due to diseases of the cornea.
Israel: land of milk, honey and medical cannabis
October 10, 2017
Breath of Life’s huge new facility, the largest medical cannabis facility in the world, can store enough medical marijuana to supply the entire United States.
Hidden bacteria can hinder chemotherapy, study finds
September 27, 2017
Israeli-led research suggests that chemotherapy treatment combined with antibiotics may be significantly superior to chemotherapy on its own.
Helping the forgotten victims of the Mexican earthquake
September 27, 2017
Israeli aid teams arrived in Mexico two days after the earthquake struck and fanned out through Mexico City and surrounding villages to offer vital aid
10 Israeli innovations that will outsmart superbugs
September 13, 2017
Antibiotic resistance is one of the world’s most serious health threats. Here’s how Israeli scientists are trying to overcome the problem.
How one little sensor will make your life better
September 13, 2017
Sensors are in your future, from cancer detection to self-driving cars, and Israel’s Vayyar hopes to have a hand in many of them
Unique Israeli research reveals why honeybees are dying
September 13, 2017
Fewer wildflower choices thwart bees’ natural inclination to choose a balanced diet and they suffer cognitively from lack of omega-3 acids.
Israeli docs save Gaza dad’s hand from ‘tree man syndrome’
September 6, 2017
‘This was a very rare case that has no documentation whatsoever in the medical books,’ surgeon tells reporters.
Haifa hospital tests first implant for heart failure
September 6, 2017
Canadian patient flew to Israel for the procedure after his wife read about the experimental implant online and his cardiologist encouraged him.
Israeli aid pours into Texas to heal hearts and homes
September 6, 2017
‘Fortunately or unfortunately, we have a lot of experience and know how to help,’ says one volunteer from Jerusalem.
Look into my eyes: Do you see early signs of Alzheimer’s?
August 30, 2017
Israeli startup RetiSpec plans to build and begin testing its unique Alzheimer’s ocular scanner in the next 12 months
Israel sends aid to flood-battered Texas
August 30, 2017
Humanitarian aid organizations IsraAID and iAID send teams to help clear debris, clean ruined homes and offer psychological support to Harvey survivors.
Procedure was part of early clinical trial of human bone tissue grown in the lab from stem cells of the patient, so there’s no risk of rejection
10 of the hottest self-driving technologies from Israel
August 16, 2017
Israel’s high-tech expertise is a perfect fit for automakers building the systems that will put self-driving cars on the road safely and securely.
Suaad Abd-Elhadi’s new assay could pave the way for early diagnosis and improved treatment of the debilitating neurodegenerative disorder
Israeli human-on-a-chip platform has the unique ability to predict risk of toxicity in pharma and cosmetic product candidates without animal testing
5 Israeli precision-ag technologies making farms smarter
July 19, 2017
Precision agriculture is trending toward complete automated solutions for farm efficiency, increased yield and less waste, say Israeli experts.
Measuring a patient’s vital signs without any contact
July 12, 2017
Israeli startup offers revolutionary way to monitor heartbeat, blood pressure, respiration rate, lung sounds, muscle activity and blood glucose.
Jewelry discovered in Crusader-era kitchen in Israel
July 5, 2017
What were rings, bracelets and cosmetic tools doing in the kitchen? They probably were worn by the women who did the cooking.
Abnormal cell density in the skin of dementia patients is the likely reason that they are more susceptible to wounds such as pressure ulcers.
Latest hack vulnerability: the LED lights on your router
June 21, 2017
Israeli cyber specialists uncover the newest nefarious scheme for stealing network data