Tag: Innovation

Our shared future depends on innovating in the fields of science, business, healthcare and technology. Learn more about Israeli leaders in disruptive solutions, cutting-edge research, and other emerging trends that will positively impact our world.

A revolution in glasses is underway

Spectacles haven’t changed much in 700 years, but now an Israeli professor is working on a new solution for deteriorating eyesight. Photo by Nati Shohat/Flash90.

Back to the future for breech babies

Forget Caesarean delivery for breech babies, normal birth is just fine, claims an Israeli researcher, overturning traditional protocols. Photo by Moshe Shai/Flash90. An Israeli researcher

Researchers warn of stem cell cancer link

Researchers in Israel are warning that stem cell treatments could raise cancer risks. Photo courtesy of Hebrew University. Hebrew University stem cell researchers (from left):

Analyzing your health by phone

An Israeli company has developed a new emotional decoding program that can analyze your voice and discover how you’re feeling, and even whether you’re sick.

Cannabis for the greater good

Tikun Olam, medical marijuana supplier to Israel’s Ministry of Health, views providing pain relief for cancer sufferers as a mission that will help repair the world.

What’s next for AOL’s 5min?

In September AOL made its fifth acquisition in Israel and bought out Israeli start-up 5min Media. Now what’s in store for the niche video company?

Preventing blood clots without drugs

An Israeli start up has developed a blood clot-prevention device that could one day replace blood-thinning drugs. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxQ1-lwOmdY After surgery, up to five million patients