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:

Israeli device freezes malignant liver and kidney tumors January 22, 2020

US doctors already use IceCure’s ProSense to destroy benign breast lumps. Soon they’ll be using it for malignant liver and kidney tumors

Sky-blue dye could help repair damaged heart tissue January 17, 2020

The small molecule reduces damaging inflammation and improves heart function in mouse models of heart attack, say Israeli scientists

Finally, a pill that could fix the root cause of diabetes January 17, 2020

Concenter Biopharma of Jerusalem is developing a drug to treat and even prevent type 2 diabetes by restoring the body’s insulin sensitivity.

Israelis researchers find significant overlap between Alzheimer’s-related mutations and those producing certain intellectual disabilities

The diet and diabetes link: It’s not what you think December 19, 2019

Israeli researchers find conventional diabetes diet faulty and offer a new breakfast-heavy approach that reduces weight and blood-sugar levels.

Doctors perform historic surgery with aid of virtual reality December 19, 2019

VR system developed by former Israeli fighter pilots helps neurosurgeons rehearse difficult procedures and show the patient what will happen

Israeli CO2-eating bacteria could help save the planet December 11, 2019

Scientists’ new cultured bacteria may lead to net-zero fuels, alternative food production and other green technologies to conquer climate change

How Israelis are going to help us hear better December 11, 2019

Technology and academic research come together in Israel to find solutions for people with hearing impairment.

Scientists discover molecule that destroys pancreatic cancer cells December 11, 2019

Israeli breakthrough study shows 90% reduction of pancreatic cancer cells in mice after treatment with a molecule named PJ34

Israeli students win award for making honey without bees November 25, 2019

The Technion team’s synthetic honey is produced by the bacterium Bacillus subtilis, which ‘learns’ to make honey following reprogramming in a lab

10 promising developments that can help Alzheimer’s patients November 25, 2019

For Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, ISRAEL21c looks at new advances from Israel that are making headlines

New device can sniff out deadly food allergens in 30 seconds October 30, 2019

Food allergies are rising dramatically around the world. One startup thinks it may have the solution – a device that acts like a mini nose sniffing food for dangerous allergens

New invention to make hospital bedding germ-resistant October 27, 2019

Sonovia’s technique, developed at Bar-Ilan University, could also make fabrics fire resistant, water repellant and even body odor-proof

Clean up your indoor air with green walls, and grow veggies October 21, 2019

Israeli startup Vertical Field sensor-controlled smart planters allow customers to place hundreds of plants up and down a wall, indoors or outdoors.

Engineered T cells could assassinate solid tumor cells October 21, 2019

Novel immunotherapy extends therapy now used in fighting leukemia, Israeli researchers say.

Is the microbiome about to change medicine for good? October 21, 2019

Israeli microbiome research will help in predicting, diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions and diseases.

New treatment offers hope for multiple myeloma and lymphoma October 20, 2019

Karyopharm of Israel and Massachusetts gets FDA approval for XPOVIO, the first drug aimed to help natural tumor-suppressing proteins do their job.

Israeli chatbot could diagnose early Alzheimer’s disease October 2, 2019

‘Clara,’ still in testing stages, works on a new understanding that Alzheimer’s affects the brain’s orientation system before affecting memory.

Israeli breakthrough could turn hydrogen into the fuel of future September 26, 2019

If H2Pro’s new method proves to be a big breakthrough, hydrogen could become an ideal energy carrier for a decarbonized world

‘Super shrimp’ may prevent a disease that affects millions September 23, 2019

Monosex prawns developed at Israel’s Ben-Gurion University may be used as efficient biocontrol agents against parasites in aquaculture.

4 emerging technologies to take the worry out of pregnancy September 11, 2019

As the fields of telehealth and ‘femtech’ grow, pregnant women will have access to more solutions for their concerns along the way

Israeli startup is totally reinventing how cars are built September 11, 2019

REE’s innovative modular platform houses all of a car’s major components – brakes, thermal systems, motor and drivetrain – next to the wheels.

Israeli startup uses AI to find best depression treatment August 29, 2019

Predictix by Taliaz aims to help psychiatrists match each patient with the most effective prescription

Superheroes meet 3D printing to give Israelis new hands August 29, 2019

Israeli organization Haifa 3D utilizes cheap and cheerful technology to make bionic hands available to growing numbers of adults and children.

Israeli immune-response algorithm could aid TB diagnosis August 29, 2019

An Israeli algorithm that predicts the immune response to a pathogen could lead to early diagnosis for such diseases as tuberculosis.

The scientist who makes smart devices from mere molecules August 29, 2019

ISRAEL21c visits Prof. Muhammad Bashouti at Ben-Gurion University to learn how he is transforming microscopic matter into sensors and solar cells.

Could racing drones be the answer to the fire-kite threat? August 21, 2019

Israeli startup Xtend aims to turn a leisure drone-racing activity into an effective strategy for saving lives

Skin concern? Skip waiting for the MD and use your phone August 21, 2019

Israeli startup DermaDetect offers users super-fast, AI-based diagnosis for hundreds of skin conditions from the comfort of their own phones

This tech helps self-driving cars see well in all weather August 20, 2019

TriEye: Israeli startup makes shortwave infrared cameras affordable for the autonomous vehicle market, potentially boosting road safety significantly

5 promising Israeli treatments for migraine headaches August 18, 2019

From devices to pharmaceuticals, Israeli approaches offer hope to the millions of migraine sufferers worldwide