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Welcome to the Official English page of Technion - Israel Institute of Technology! Four Technion professors have won Nobel Prizes.

Approximately 36 years before Israel declared independence, a ceremony took place on the barren slopes of Mount Carmel near the Port of Haifa, which was then occupied by the Ottoman Empire. Unknown to the Haifa community witnessing the event, this would be a milestone in history. This first cornerstone embodied an implausible vision of creating a world-class institute of scientific and technologic

al education in the Holy Land. The story of the “Technikum” – the original German name of the Technion – is a tale of the century. The second industrial revolution created the printing presses and communications infrastructure allowing Jews scattered around the globe to organize in face of rising anti-Semitism. As Jews were often barred from technical education, the establishment of a technical school was a first priority to rebuilding a Jewish homeland. The Technion was to become a unique worldwide university that would precede, create, shape, and protect a modern state. The cornerstone laid on April 11, 1912, set in motion a century of progress responding to national and global needs. Technion – Israel Institute of Technology would grow rapidly, becoming a global pioneer in fields such as biotechnology, stem cell research, space, computer science, nanotechnology, and energy. As it approaches its centennial in 2025 – 100 years after the first class took place – Technion City is a thriving world center of trailblazing excellence in research and teaching for the benefit of humanity, with 18 faculties, more than 14,000 students, 135 academic programs, and 60 research institutes. Since the Technion opened its doors, more than 90,000 Technion alumni have played a huge part in creating and leading the ‘Startup Nation,’ impacting the lives of millions of people worldwide.

31/05/2026

Technion alumnus Prof. Noga Alon of Princeton University will receive an honorary doctorate from the Technion and lecture on the potential of artificial intelligence to solve mathematical mysteries.

The Technion will award an honorary doctorate to Prof. Noga Alon, a Technion alumnus and professor at Princeton University, at a ceremony to be held on June 8 as part of the President’s Reception. He will receive the degree in recognition of his profound contributions to mathematics and theoretical computer science, as well as his enduring connection to the Technion, his alma mater.

The following day, June 9, Prof. Alon will deliver a lecture at the Technion titled “Erdős Problems and Speculations on the Power of Artificial Intelligence Models,” following a recent breakthrough achieved by an OpenAI model.

The “unit distance problem,” first posed by Paul Erdős in 1946, asks a deceptively simple question: if n points are placed on a plane, how many pairs of points can be exactly one unit apart? For decades, it was believed that the best possible arrangement resembled a square grid. Recently, however, researchers using AI tools demonstrated that a greater number of such pairs can be achieved. According to Prof. Alon, this is an extraordinary accomplishment, both because it overturns a longstanding conjecture and because it demonstrates how artificial intelligence can generate original ideas and deepen mathematical understanding.

Paul Erdős was one of the most prominent and prolific mathematicians of the 20th century. He was known for his unique approach to research and the exceptional scope of his work. He published more than 1,500 papers, collaborated with researchers around the world, and inspired the famous concept of the “Erdős number,” which measures academic closeness to him through coauthorship with Erdős or his collaborators. Prof. Noga Alon, like several faculty members in the Technion’s Faculty of Mathematics, has an Erdős number of 1, having coauthored papers directly with Erdős himself.

Prof. Alon's lecture will take place on June 9 at 10:30 in the Taub Auditorium in the Taub Faculty of Computer Science.

28/05/2026

We mourn the passing of Distinguished Professor Yitzhak Apeloig, president of the Technion from 2001 to 2009, world-renowned chemist, visionary leader, and beloved member of the Technion family.

Prof. Apeloig was a pioneer in computational chemistry and organosilicon chemistry whose scientific achievements earned him international recognition, prestigious awards, and membership in leading scientific academies around the world.

As president of the Technion, he led the institute through challenging years while advancing interdisciplinary research, expanding international collaborations, strengthening ties with industry, and helping shape the future of science and engineering in Israel.

Technion President Prof. Uri Sivan said that Prof. Apeloig led the Technion “with quiet confidence and steadfast leadership,” guiding it to new heights in research and global impact.

May his memory be a blessing.

27/05/2026

🚀 Medicine Without Drugs? Technion researchers may have opened the door to a new era in cancer treatment.

A team from the Technion’s Wolfson Faculty of Chemical Engineering developed innovative nanoparticles that fight aggressive triple-negative breast cancer, without chemotherapy, antibodies, or any drug molecules at all.

Instead of attacking cancer cells directly, the nanoparticles reshape the tumor’s immune environment, preventing tumors from “hijacking” immune cells and helping the body fight back naturally.

Published in ACS Nano, the breakthrough was led by Ph.D. candidate Ofri Vizenblit under the supervision of Assistant Professor Assaf Zinger.

The technology showed remarkable success in preclinical models and could pave the way for safer, more effective cancer therapies in the future.

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26/05/2026

The first Dean of Students Wednesday afternoon event of the semester, “Refresh and Reset,” brought students together for an afternoon of music, cold drinks, ice baths, sunshine, and good vibes across campus ☀️😎

One of the event’s most meaningful moments was a hair donation initiative for Zichron Menachem, the nonprofit organization that supports children with cancer and their families. One of its best-known initiatives is collecting donated hair to create high-quality wigs for cancer patients who lose their hair during chemotherapy. The wigs are provided free of charge and are customized to help patients feel more like themselves during treatment.

About 20 students donated their hair, with hairstylist Ehud Elbaz generously volunteering his time and talent 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

A refreshing start to the semester, and a reminder of the strength of community, kindness, and student spirit at the Technion 💛

לשכת דיקן הסטודנטים טכניון - Technion

Zichron Menachem USA

אהוד אלבז ehud elbaz שיער איפור תסרוקות כלות

25/05/2026

⚡Technion Flashback
Milestones in the Technion’s History

May 2011 – The Launch of the Social Hub

What began in 2011 as a modest social initiative called “The Social Hub for Housing and Community,” led by the Faculty of Architecture and Town Planning, quickly evolved into an independent, cross-faculty academic unit under the Dean of Students Office.

Today, more than 1,300 students participate in the Social Hub’s activities through 38 courses that combine academic learning with social engagement. Students design and develop interfaces, applications, and technological solutions, while also making information more accessible to the public and supporting local communities.

Among the many projects developed within the framework of the Social Hub are safe and smart bus stops; intelligent interfaces and physical assistive devices for individuals coping with mental health challenges and for people with special needs; and systems designed to improve employee scheduling in rehabilitation factories, support the management of community clinics, and identify expired products in social supermarkets.

To learn more about the Social Hub’s work:
https://socialhub.technion.ac.il/

החממה החברתית בטכניון Social Hub Technion

ארכיטקטורה ובינוי ערים בטכניון Architecture Technion

לשכת דיקן הסטודנטים טכניון - Technion

20/05/2026

⚡Technion Flashback
Milestones in the Technion’s History

May 2000 – A Green Campus 🌿

In 2000, the Technion became the first university in Israel to launch a practical environmental sustainability initiative: the “Green Campus” project. What began as a local effort soon grew into a broad, cross-campus sustainability movement spanning faculties and disciplines, fueled by pioneering researchers and influential studies with global impact.

Today, the Technion Sustainability Hub develops innovative technologies for energy conservation⚡ promotes environmental education 📚 raises public awareness 🌍 and helps lead groundbreaking initiatives such as H2Pro, a company producing green hydrogen.

♻️ At the same time, the Technion has implemented sustainable practices across campus itself, including eliminating disposable utensils, advancing recycling initiatives, and maintaining environmentally conscious green spaces, all to preserve the campus’s natural surroundings and uphold the true meaning of a “green campus.”

מרכז קיימות - טכניון / Technion Sustainability Hub

19/05/2026

Last week, the Technion hosted a special appreciation evening honoring student reserve duty service members, students wounded in the war, and disabled IDF veterans.

Hundreds of students attended the event alongside Technion President Prof. Uri Sivan and Dean of Students Prof. Guedi Capeluto. The evening featured a performance by stand-up comedian Guy Hochman and was dedicated to gratitude, community, and support.

Since October 7, thousands of Technion students, faculty, and staff have answered the call to serve. The Technion remains committed to supporting reservists through academic accommodations, emotional support, mentoring, and financial assistance.

We are proud of our students and grateful for their dedication and sacrifice.

לשכת דיקן הסטודנטים טכניון - Technion

14/05/2026

Congratulations to Prof. Yonatan Belinkov and Prof. Moran Bercovici on being named new members of the Israel Young Academy! האקדמיה הצעירה הישראלית

Prof. Belinkov, from the Henry and Marilyn Taub Faculty of Computer Science, studies the inner workings of AI systems, advancing research that promotes safe and beneficial artificial intelligence.

Prof. Bercovici, from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, develops innovative fluid-based technologies with applications ranging from microfluidics to space telescopes.

They join a distinguished group of researchers committed to advancing science, strengthening society, and shaping public policy in Israel.

הפקולטה למדעי המחשב על שם טאוב בטכניון The Taub CS Faculty Technion

הפקולטה להנדסת מכונות, טכניון Faculty of Mechanical Engineering,Technion

From left: Prof. Yonatan Belinkov, credit: Hadas Parush.
Prof. Moran Bercovici, credit: Nitzan Zohar.

13/05/2026

The future of biotechnology is already here 🔬

The Technion, together with the Ministry of Education, hosted the Ninth Biotechnology Olympiad, bringing together outstanding high school students from across Israel to present groundbreaking research.

🏆 First place was awarded to Isaac Juan from Amal B High School in Petah Tikva for his cancer research.
🥈 Second place: Noa Berko (Horev Ulpana, Jerusalem)
🥉 Third place: Eran Shoham (Makif Alef, Be’er Sheva)

Founded by Prof. Ayelet Fishman, the Olympiad highlights the next generation of scientists and innovators. We’re proud of all the finalists and excited to see where their scientific journeys lead.

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12/05/2026

Wearables are getting smarter 🤖

dorsaVi has acquired True Knowledge, a Technion spinout founded by Prof. Shahar Kvatinsky, dean of the Andrew and Erna Viterbi Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering, bringing cutting-edge neuromorphic computing to next-generation wearable sensors.

By combining AI with advanced hardware, this technology enables faster processing, lower energy consumption, and real-time insights, paving the way for smarter solutions in rehabilitation, robotics, and beyond.

A big step toward sensors that don’t just measure, but think.

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