Industry Guide To The Technion MANLAM 2017

INDUSTRY GUIDE TO
THE TECHNION
Research Projects Research Services Technology Transfer
Cover: Acquired using high resolution scanning electron microscopy
Maria Koifman Khristosov, Prof. Boaz Pokroy Group

Faculty of Materials Science and Engineering
INDUSTRY GUIDE
TO THE TECHNION
Research Projects Research Services Technology Transfer
Produced by The Technion Research and Development Foundation (TRDF).

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Industry Guide to the Technion
Contents
6 FROM THE PRESIDENT 61 Thermal and Energy Laboratory

8 ABOUT THE TECHNION 61 Radiation Safety in Construction Laboratory
12 Research Cooperation with Industry 62 Seskin Virtual Construction Laboratory
13 Research Promotion Unit 64 Norman and Helen Asher Space Research Institute (ASRI)
15 Industrial Affiliates Programs 65 Distributed Space Systems Laboratory (DSSL)
16 Research Equipment and Infrastructure 65 Electric Propulsion Laboratory
19 Research Contracts 65 Space Interferometry Laboratory
23 Technology Transfer 66 Aerospace Plasma Laboratory
24 Technion Technology Transfer (T3) 66 SAMSON Project
29 Alfred Mann Institute at the Technion (AMIT) 69 Solid State Institute (SSI)
30 Technion Drive Accelerator 70 Ion Implantation Laboratory
31 BioRap Technologies Ltd. 70 Near Field Optical Scanning and Raman Microscopy Laboratory
71 Variable Temperature, Ultra-High Vacuum, Scanning Probe
33 INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH PROGRAMS Microscope (VT-UHVSPM) Laboratory
34 Technion Cyber Security Research Center 72 Surface Science Laboratory
36 Nancy and Stephen Grand Technion Energy Program (GTEP) 75 Stephen and Nancy Grand Water Research Institute (GWRI)
38 Technion Photovoltaic Laboratory 79 Transportation Research Institute (TRI)
38 Technion Hydrogen Technologies Research Laboratory (HTR) 80 Mobility Management Research Center
39 Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust Energy 82 Road Safety Research Center
Storage Complex 82 Sustainable Mobility and Robust Transportation
39 Satell Family Nitrogen-Hydrogen Alternative Fuels (NAHF) (T-SMART) Laboratory
Reaction Research Laboratory
40 Lorry I. Lokey Interdisciplinary Center for Life Sciences 86 FACULTIES
and Engineering (LS&E) 87 Aerospace Engineering
42 Life Sciences and Engineering Infrastructure Center 90 Aerodynamics Laboratory
43 Light Microscopy and Imaging Unit 90 Computational Laboratory for Aerospace Structures
44 Flow Cytometry Unit 90 Cooperative Autonomous Systems Laboratory
45 Technion Genome Center 91 Philadelphia Flight Control Laboratory
46 Technion Center for Structural Biology (TCSB) 92 Distributed Space Systems Laboratory
47 Bioinformatics Knowledge Unit (BKU) 92 Aerospace Plasma Laboratory (APL)
48 Russell Berrie Nanotechnology Institute (RBNI) 93 Krumbein Aircraft Structures Laboratory
53 Technion Autonomous Systems Program (TASP) 94 Sylvia and David I.A. Fine Rocket Propulsion Center
55 Technion Computer Engineering Center (TCE) 95 Turbo and Jet-Engine Laboratory
95 Turbomachinery and Heat Transfer Laboratory
57 RESEARCH INSTITUTES 95 Autonomous Navigation and Perception Laboratory (ANPL)
58 National Building Research Institute (NBRI) 96 Aeroacoustic Laboratory
59 Testing Hall and Structural Engineering Laboratory 97 Turbulence and Complex Flow Laboratory
59 Impact Laboratory 97 Laboratory of Mechanics of Soft Materials
60 Building Materials Laboratory
98 Architecture and Town Planning 121 Applied Genomics and Food Microbiology Laboratory
101 Visualization Laboratory (VizLab) 121 Chemistry of Foods and Bioactive Ingredients Laboratory
102 Technion Computer Oriented Design and Manufacturing 121 Mammalian Cell Technology Laboratory
Laboratory (T_CODE) 121 Food Physical Chemistry and Biopolymeric Delivery Systems
103 Center for Architectural Research and Development 121 Cancer Drug Delivery and Tissue Engineering Laboratory
103 Center for Urban and Regional Studies (CURS) 122 Molecular Nutrition Laboratory
104 Architectural Heritage Research Center 122 Goldstein Packaging Laboratory
105 Biology 122 Biomaterials Laboratory
106 Smoler Proteomics Center 122 Host Defense Peptides Laboratory
108 Biomedical Engineering 122 Multifunctional Nanomaterials Laboratory
109 Single Molecule Biophysics & Nano-biotechnology 122 Protein and Enzyme Engineering Laboratory
109 Stem Cells Tissue Engineering Laboratory 123 Molecular Biology of Pathogens Laboratory
109 Neural Interface Engineering Laboratory 129 Chemical Engineering
109 Molecular Cardiology Laboratory 130 Bio-systems and Bioengineering
110 Tissue Engineering and Biomaterials Laboratory 130 Laboratory for Nanomaterial Based Devices (LNBD)
110 Biomedical Optics Laboratory 130 Polymeric Biomaterials: Structure - Function relations
110 Biomechanics of Ultrasound Interaction with Cell 131 Theoretical Biophysics
and Tissue 131 Targeted Drug Delivery and Personalized Medicine
110 Medical Imaging Laboratory 131 Chemical Processes, Catalysis, Advanced Materials and
110 Technion Biofluids Laboratory Non-carbon Energy Sources
111 Mechanobiology of Cancer and Wounds 131 Advanced Ceramics and Non-carbon Fuels for Energy
111 Cardiovascular NanoMed Engineering Applications
111 Laboratory for Synthetic Biology & Bioelectronics 132 Process Systems
111 Bioenergetics and Bioelectric Systems 132 Photo Catalysis and Thin films
112 Nano-bio-optics Laboratory 133 Desalination and Water Treatment
112 Laboratory for Ultrasound Signals and Image Processing 133 Technion Electrochemical Energy based on Membranes
and Modeling 134 Membranes for Water and Energy
112 Biomaterials 134 Electroceramics
113 Laboratory for the Mechanics and Function of Organs, 134 Laboratory for Heterogeneous Catalysis and
Tissues and Cells Advanced Materials
113 The Rina and Avner Schneur Center of Diabetes Research 134 Membrane Separation Processes, Desalination
114 Technion National Infrastructure Center for Advancing and Water Treatment Technologies
Brain Imaging (TELEM) 134 Analysis of Industrial Processes
119 Biotechnology and Food Engineering 135 Chemical Reaction Engineering and Environmental Catalysis
120 Novel Food and Bioprocessing Laboratory 135 Polymers Science and Engineering
120 Lipids and Soft Matter Laboratory 135 The Relation between Processing, Microstructure, Properties
120 Synthetic Biology Laboratory and Function in Polymer Systems, in the Solid, Gel, Colloid
120 CryoEM Laboratory of Soft Matter and Solution States
121 Molecular and Applied Biocatalysis Laboratory 135 Polymer and Biopolymer Science
About the Technion
136 Laboratory of Functional Nanostructures and 167 The Micro Nano Fabrication and Printing Unit (MNF&PU)
Advanced Imaging at the Sara and Moshe Zisapel Nanoelectronics Center
136 Polymers and Plastics and the Wolfson Microelectronics Center
136 Fluid Systems, Colloid and Interface Science 168 Process Integration and Device Prototyping
136 Computational Analysis of Transport and 169 Micro-patterning (photolithography)
Interfacial Phenomena 169 Nano-patterning (e-beam lithography)
136 Membranes for Water and Energy 169 Pattern Transfer (etching)
136 Complex Fluids and Microflows 169 Material Deposition and Annealing
137 Small Scale Transport 170 Printing
137 Interfacial Phenomena 170 Inspection and Characterization
137 Multiphase Dispersed Fluid Systems 170 Packaging
137 Complex Liquids, Nanostructure and Macromolecules 172 Industrial Engineering and Management
139 Chemistry 175 Enterprise Systems Modeling Laboratory
141 Chemical and Surface Analysis Laboratory 175 Business Intelligence Laboratory
142 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Laboratory 175 Max Wertheimer Minerva Center for Cognitive Processes
143 Mass Spectrometry Laboratory and Human Performance
143 X-ray Crystallography Laboratory 176 Project Management Research Center
144 Civil and Environmental Engineering 176 The Research Center for Work Safety and Human Engineering
145 Structural Engineering and Construction Management Division 176 Service Enterprise Engineering (SEE) Laboratory
145 National Building Research Institute (NBRI) 177 Statistics Laboratory
146 Environmental, Water and Agricultural Engineering Division 177 Technion Optimization Laboratory
147 Environmental and Water Resources Engineering 177 Data Science and Engineering
Research Center 178 T-PADS - Technion Poalim Data Science Center
147 CAMERI – Coastal and Marine Engineering Research Institute 179 Knowledge Center for Innovation (KCI)
148 Agricultural Engineering Research Center 181 Bronica Entrepreneurship Center
149 Transportation and Geo-Information Division 184 Materials Science and Engineering
149 Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) laboratory 186 Electron Microscopy Center
149 Road and Soil Laboratory 188 FEI Titan Cubed Themis G2 300
150 Geographic Information Systems Laboratory 189 FEI Tecnai G2 T20 S-Twin TEM
150 Photogrammetry Laboratory 189 FEI Helios NanoLab Dual Beam FIB G3 UC
151 Laser Scanning Laboratory 190 Zeiss Ultra-Plus FEG-SEM
151 Remote Sensing Laboratory 191 FEI SEM Quanta 200
152 Survey Engineering Laboratory 191 X-Ray Diffraction Laboratory
153 Computer Science 192 Mathematics
157 Education in Science and Technology 193 Mechanical Engineering
161 Electrical Engineering 194 Materials Mechanics Center
162 Irwin and Joan Jacobs Center for Communication and Information 194 Computational Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (CFDLAB)
Technologies (CCIT) 194 Multiphase Flow and Thermal Management Laboratory
195 Internal Combustion Engines Laboratory 228 Israel Institute of Metals (IIM)
195 Nonlinear and Chaotic Dynamical Systems (NCDS) Laboratory 228 Metals Additive Manufacturing (3-D Printing) Center
196 William and Sophia Shamban Tribology Laboratory 229 Metallurgical Laboratory
196 Micro- and Nano-Fluidics Laboratory (MNFL) 230 Foundry Technology Laboratory
200 Medicine 231 Corrosion Prevention, Surface Treatment and
202 T2Med Program - 3 Day Startup Event (3DS) Laser Technology Laboratory
203 Biomedical Core Facility 233 Azrieli Continuing Education and External Studies Division
204 Imaging and Microscopy Center
206 Genomics Center 234 RESEARCH EQUIPMENT LIST
208 Flow and Mass Cytometry Center
209 Preclinical Research Authority
211 Technion Integrated Cancer Center (TICC)
217 Physics
220 SERVICE UNITS

221 Russell Berrie Nanoparticles and Nanometric Systems
Characterization (NNSCC)
221 Spectroscopy
222 Nanostructure Analysis
222 Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)
222 X-ray Diffraction (XRD)
223 Nanotechnology
223 Particle size analyzer based on the laser diffraction technique
223 Particle size analyzer based on dynamic light scattering DLS
223 Mechanical Properties
223 EZ Series EZ50 Universal Materials Testing Machine
LLOYD INSTRUMENTS
223 TA - HR-2 Discovery Hybrid Rheometer
224 Thermal Analysis
224 Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)
224 Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
225 Fermentation and Protein Purification Center
225 Bioreactors
227 Anaerobic Hood
227 Cell Homogenizers
227 Fast Protein Liquid Chromatography Avant/Explorer/Basic/Start
From the President
From the very beginning, the relationship between the Technion

and Israeli industry has been of prime importance. As early as 1925,
Menachem Ussishkin, a mining engineer by profession, opened his
keynote address at the opening ceremony of the Technion with the
following words: “Basic research and applied research are the two sides
of the same coin”. Indeed, throughout its history the Technion has
supported applied research, viewing its relationship with industry as being
of prime importance. Technion graduates have been responsible for
transforming the basis of the Israeli economy from agriculture to high-
tech, and play a major role in the Start-Up Nation phenomenon.
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Now that we are in the second century of its existence, the relationship
between the Technion and industry is becoming even more important.
In order to serve the Israeli economy effectively, it is vital that industry
be aware of current research at the Technion, and the advanced facilities
and services the Technion offers. The prime goal of this booklet is to
make this kind of information easily available. For each Faculty we have
given a short history and a summary of the main themes of its activities
and links to the relevant topics and facilities, including QR Codes, names
of staff, and contact details.
We hope that you will find this booklet informative and useful.
Prof. Peretz Lavie
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About the Technion
A BOU T
THE TECH N I O N
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Technion - Israel Institute of Technology is

a public research university in Haifa, Israel.
Founded in 1912, it is the oldest university in
Israel. The Technion offers degrees in science
and engineering, and related fields such as
architecture, medicine, industrial management,
and education. It has 18 academic faculties and
60 research centers. Since its founding, it has
awarded 110,634 degrees, and its graduates are
cited for providing the skills and education behind
the creation and defense of the State of Israel.
Interesting facts: The Technion’s 556 faculty worldwide for innovation and
From 1995 to 2015, about 1,300 members currently include three entrepreneurship.
Technion graduates were involved Nobel Laureates in chemistry.
in the setting up and management In 2011, a bid by the Technion
of 1,600 companies in Israel; about The 2016 Shanghai Ranking placed with Cornell University won
half of these are still active today. the Technion 69th in the index a competition to establish an
These companies generated revenues
of the world’s leading academic applied science and engineering
of over 30 billion dollars and created
institutions, and the top position institution in New York City – the
about 100,000 jobs in Israel.
for any Israeli institute. Over the Jacobs Technion Cornell Institute.
About 170 Technion graduates past five years the Technion has The first class has graduated,
established or hold a senior position consistently ranked in the 15th- making the Technion the first
in overseas companies, and 134 18th place in Computer Science foreign university to award a
companies were established on the and this year ranked 39th in the diploma on US soil.
basis of studies conducted by new specific Ranking for Electrical
faculty members at the Technion. and Electronic Engineering. In 2013, the Technion signed with
China’s Shantou University to
In the last 20 years more than 1,900 The Nature Index Ranking placed establish the Technion Guangdong
companies have been established the Technion 26th in its 2016 list Institute of Technology in China. In
in Israel and abroad, involving alumni, of Rising Stars, following a 40% Israel, Technion International offers
faculty members, and knowledge
increase in Technion’s publications students from countries around
generated at the Technion.
in leading scientific journals. the world an opportunity to join
Source: Examining Companies that are Based on Technion academic programs in
Technion Knowledge, by Daphne Getz , Vered Gilad,
Ella Barzani, Bella Zalmanovich, and Bahina Eidelman, Recently the MIT/Skoltech Initiative science and technology taught
S. Neaman Institute 2016
ranked the Technion in 6th place entirely in English.
About the Technion
(l-r)
Dist. Prof. Avram Hershko
Nobel Prize Laureate in Chemistry 2004
Dist. Prof. Aaron Ciechanover

Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2004
Dist. Prof. Emeritus Dan Shechtman

Dist. Prof. Arieh Warshel

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1 ElMindA 4 Pluristem Therapeutics

The ElMindA - Brain Networks Pluristem Therapeutics offers 5
Activation (BNA™) platform offers PLacental eXpanded (PLX) cells for
visualization and evaluation of tissue regeneration.
complex brain networks.
5 Novocure
2 Corindus Vascular Robotics Novocure’s 2nd generation Optune®
Corindus offers the CorPath® which is is an FDA-approved system that
the first FDA-cleared robotic system offers bioelectronic cancer therapy.
for vascular interventions.
3 AZILECT® (Rasagiline)
Developed in collaboration with Teva
Pharmaceutical Industries, AZILECT®
is a revolutionary drug for Parkinson’s
disease.
About the Technion - Research Cooperation with Industry
RESEARCH
COOPERATION
WITH INDUSTRY
RESEARCH
COOPERATION
WITH INDUSTRY
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RESEARCH PROMOTION UNIT

Contact The Research Promotion Unit promotes research and development
David Shemtov opportunities for Technion researchers and partners in Israel and
Head around the World. The Research Promotion Unit offers a proactive and
Tel. +972-4-829-5501 time-efficient interface for creating partnerships between Technion
david.s@technion.ac.il researchers and industries.
Upon receiving a list of an industry’s technological needs, the Research
Promotion Unit can identify the most suitable researchers and facilities,
and promote customized cooperation. The Research Promotion Unit
not only initiates the process of collaboration, but also closely follows
the entire process, and assists in its various stages.
Industry-Academia Cooperation and Services:

The Technion provides a wide range of R&D opportunities for national,
international and global companies searching for a technological edge
through collaboration. The combination of world-class researchers, a
wide spectrum of state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories, research
centers and institutes, together with extensive experience with
industrial partners, ensure that the Research Promotion Unit offers the
highest level of cooperation.
Technion Research Promotion Unit Services for Industries:

Translating industry’s needs into scientific and technological
requirements
Coordinating campus resources with industry’s technological needs
Linking relevant researchers with industrial partners
Coordinating visits, networking sessions and seminars with industries
Mediating between industry and the researchers’ needs and
viewpoints
Assisting in finding the appropriate financial tools for each project
Providing assistance during all phases of the project
Making contact Arranging Evalulation Forming a

with Industry the partner’s of cooperation research
and other visit to the potential cooperation
partners Technion project
Mutual Advantages of Industry-Academic Cooperation:

Risk and cost reduction of R&D Shortening time to market Access
to research and industrial infrastructures Access to the wide range
of resources of academic and industrial knowledge Direct access
to future skilled employees A platform for upgrading and educating
industrial staff Public awareness through high visibility collaboration
Initiating research projects based on industrial needs

Modes of Cooperation:
The Research Promotion Unit has extensive experience with European
Union Framework programs, as well as programs of the Office of the
Chief Scientist of the Ministry of Economy (OCS), and other relevant
programs. The OCS programs are jointly funded by the OCS itself and by
industry. The five main programs that deal with technology transfer are:
Magnet, Magneton, Nofar, Kamin, and Meymad, described below.
EU Framework Programs:
The Research Promotion Unit encourages and assists researchers and
their partners in forming research consortia, preparing and submitting
proposals and developing training and career development networks
and individual excellence projects, all within EU Framework programs.
Projects Directly Funded by Industry:

In this mode, the Technion carries out a research project that is guided
by the industry’s needs. Cooperation could be a fully-funded project, a
combined industry and Technion research program, laboratory funding,
a joint research center, or other arrangement. Terms of collaboration,
including budget, duration, IP, or a combination with a framework
agreement, would be adopted for each project. This is a flexible and
pragmatic mode of operation.
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INDUSTRIAL AFFILIATES PROGRAMS
The Industrial Affiliates Programs (IAPs) are intended to facilitate

direct ties between academia and industry. Supported by corporate
membership fees, these programs provide access for industry to research
in departments, and programs of interest. IAP members typically
attend meetings, receive copies of reports and publications, and have
opportunities to recruit students. Any interested company may join an
affiliate program. This framework transcends traditional borders to form
win-win relationships, while achieving and maintaining excellence.
RESEARCH EQUIPMENT
AND INFRASTRUCUTURE
Accessing Information and the Use of Research
Equipment and Infrastructure in the Technion:
The Technion is comprised of 18 faculties and a large number of
research centers, institutes, and laboratories. The research performed by
the Faculty, students and staff of these units is facilitated by the presence
of hundreds of items of scientific and engineering equipment, in
many cases with the most advanced capabilities in Israel, and in some
cases in the world. For instance, in the field of visualization, Technion
microscopes and other types of equipment allow researchers to see
natural and synthetic materials, from atoms all the way up to industrial
structures. The Technion’s advanced equipment is available for use to
outside researchers, including those from industry.
Finding the correct equipment or infrastructure:

The Technion’s website can aid industrial researchers and manufacturers
in their search for specific equipment or other infrastructure that may be
of assistance for their research requirements.
General research sites that are good starting points are:
Research faculties and

interdisciplinary research centers
Specific labs
and equipment
Specific research centers, with

sub-listings of equipment present
in the centers
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Use of Technion equipment:

Scientific and engineering equipment can be found in the personal
laboratories of Faculty members, as well as in Faculty Equipment Centers.
Most of the larger and more expensive items of equipment can be found
in the Technion’s Interdisciplinary Research Centers. The regulations
for each area are thus dependent on the responsible laboratory. The
website links below can lead you to these centers, and include specific
information on how to contact the responsible scientific team, as well as
details of the capabilities of the equipment, requests for time, and costs.
The teams responsible for the equipment are very knowledgeable about
its performance, and will help in determining whether the equipment can
perform your experiments, as well as how best to plan them.
The major interdisciplinary infrastructure centers are:
Russell Berrie Nanotechnology

Institute (RBNI)
Lorry I. Lokey Center for

Life Science and Engineering
Faculty of Medicine Center for

Interdepartmental Equipment
Solid State Institute
Faculty of Chemical Engineering
Schulich Faculty of Chemistry

Virtual Facility Map

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RESEARCH CONTRACTS
The Technion carries out various research activities with industry (both
Israeli and multi-national), governments and public institutions.
Agreements (as opposed to grants) between the Technion and

industry typically fall into one of the following categories:
Service Framework
Agreement / Research Collaborative
Laboratory Agreement Research
Agreement Agreement
Contractual arrangements depend on the parties’ control over scope

and timing of the activities, budgeting, the nature of the services
provided or the research conducted, ownership in and to the intellectual
property rights, and the relevant model of using thereof, type of research
personnel involved, etc.
Service Agreement / Laboratory Agreement:

These agreements are typically used at the Technion in the
following situations:
Rendering standard services at the various Technion centers

and laboratories: for example, providing proteomic analysis at the
Smoler Proteomics Center, microscope work by the Titan
Microscope at the Faculty of Materials Science and Engineering, or
conducting preclinical trials at the Pre-Clinical Research Authority.
For such services, standard agreements address industry's concerns

and requirements, such as full ownership of the results,
confidentiality obligations, etc.
Technion personnel render a service based on specific equipment

and expertise therein, providing the results to a client; while no
intellectual input is required and no scientific publications are
sought by Technion personnel.
For such services we use our standard laboratory agreement

appropriate to the industry/client’s requirements.
Research Agreements:
Typically, industry from one side and Technion personnel from the
other side, wish to conduct a specific research project, aimed at
generating useful and valuable intellectual property. Such a project may
be based on intellectual property or know-how originating from the
Technion, the Industry, or even available in the public domain.
Research activities to be performed by Technion personnel vary. We

at the Technion recognize that working with a large university can be
challenging, and we are therefore committed to simplifying the process.
We take a flexible approach, tailoring solutions to meet the specific
needs of all parties, especially the need of industry to use the results of
such a research project to improve its own capabilities. Each research
agreement is unique, and receives our full attention.
Research agreements include many aspects, as specifically required for

the related project, including the research scope and program, related
budget and schedule of payments, reports, confidentiality obligations,
academic publication issues, responsibility and liability, and intellectual
property ownership and related terms for the right to the use thereof.
In general, the process begins with defining the scope of the work and
the expected timeline and budget with the relevant Technion personnel.
Research progress and related deliverables are reported in a timely
manner, following a schedule agreed by the Technion and the industry.
Following the initiation of such agreements, the research authority and the
legal department proceed as follows. The research authority will contact the
industry asking for a representative to be responsible for all project-related
matters, as well as a contact person responsible for payment by the industry.
The legal department will handle the related agreement setting, negotiating
all relevant terms, while balancing parties’ requirements and expectations.
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Some important issues will need to be addressed in the agreement:
Academic Publication:
The research team varies from one project to another. It usually
includes a Technion faculty member, senior research personnel, such
as post-doctoral fellows, research assistants, professional engineers and
technicians, and students. The research team is required to publish its
work, even if it is part of a sponsored research project. SInce the project
results may be more strategic and competitive in nature, we usually set
a proper mechanism, granting the industry a reasonable time to review
the draft of the publication and protect related intellectual property
prior to publication. Of course, such publications will not include any
confidential industry information.
Intellectual Property Rights - Ownership and the Right to Use:

According to our standard model, any intellectual property rights arising
out of a research project performed by a Technion research team are
owned exclusively by the Technion. In the case that both parties have
contributed to the generation of the intellectual property (i.e., inventorship
contribution), the rights are jointly owned. The industry is granted the
first option to receive an exclusive right to use the intellectual property
(both the Technion's and the jointly-owned rights) for its own use, under
commercial terms to be further negotiated with the Technion.
Best Efforts - No liability for implementation of deliverables:

It is important to understand that funding a research project is different
from hiring a commercial entity for up-scaling, improving, designing,
or developing products. The Technion is an academic institution
performing research work; hence we cannot guarantee the success
of research projects and success in reaching the expected outcomes.
The research activities shall be performed on a 'Best Efforts' basis, and
the Technion shall release itself from any liability related to realizing the
outcome in products or services.
Conflicts of interest, ethics and regulations:

The Technion has established ethics, bylaws and other regulations
which may influence research activities. For example, the principal
investigator of a certain industry-funded research project that has also
provided private consulting services to the industry in the past may
have a conflict of interest.
It is not necessarily the case that all conflicts must be eliminated, but
they must be disclosed and properly managed. Mechanisms exist for
handling conflict situations.
Umbrella Research Agreements:

With large and frequent funding industrial partners, the Technion
welcomes establishing framework agreements to which specific
research projects are appended.
A framework collaborative research agreement involves a standard set

of terms to apply to all research activities which the industry sponsors
at the Technion. An agreed-upon Statement of Works (SoW) with the
specific details is worked out on a case-by-case basis, and is subject to
the framework terms.
A framework collaborative research agreement is usually tailored for the

industrial partner's specific field, and may grant the partner more flexible
terms that those in standard agreements.
Major Research Centers:

Such a center is established based on substantial industry commitment.
The terms of use of a center's derived intellectual property are tailor-
made on a case-by-case basis.
Summary:
The Technion is committed to building strong relationships with our
industrial partners, contributing to their economic development and
competitiveness. These valuable partnerships help boost the Technion's
research excellence and deliver solutions to industry's current
challenges and needs.
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TECHNOLOGY
TRANSFER
About the Technion - Technology Transfer T3
TECHNION TECHNOLOGY
TRANSFER - T3
Entrepreneurship and commercialization are at the core of Technion
http://www.t3.trdf.co.il
innovation. As part of the Technion R&D Foundation (TRDF), T³ is a one-
stop-shop for innovation as a global hub for entrepreneurship startups
Contact and commercialization.
Benjamin Soffer
Chief Executive Officer At T³, we commercialize cutting edge technologies developed by
Tel. +972-4-829-4851 Technion researchers, students and alumni. T³’s mission is to facilitate
sofferb@trdf.technion.ac.il and support the transformation of scientific discoveries into applied
solutions. By creating optimal alliances between scientists, industrial
partners, entrepreneurs, and investors, T³ enables a smooth transfer of
technologies to the world.
Through its activities, T³ aims to ensure that Technion IP and knowhow

will contribute to Israel’s economy and will improve the quality of life for
people worldwide.
T³’s activities include:

Analysis of new inventions and concepts developed at the Technion
Protection and maintenance of IP
Facilitation of government R&D incentive program grants
Proof of concept and seed funding
Negotiation and approval of the IP and business aspects of
agreements with industry
Licensing technologies developed at the Technion
Incorporation of spin-off companies based on Technion IP
Acceleration of Technion related spin-off companies
Support and investments in Technion-affiliated companies
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PUBLICLY TRADED
COMPANIES
Breathtec Biomedical
www.breathtecbiomedical.com
Corindus Vascular Robotics

www.corindus.com
Itamar Medical
www.itamar-medical.com
Mazor Robotics
www.mazorrobotics.com
Microbot Medical
www.microbotmedical.com
Novocure
www.novocure.com
OPKO
www.opko.com
Pluristem Therapeutics
www.pluristem.com
ReWalk Robotics
www.rewalk.com
Into Business:
T³ takes a dynamic and flexible approach to commercialization in
which deal structures are customized to real-time needs and long-
term objectives; there is no "one size fits all". Industry collaboration
ranges from joint R&D programs through licensing of technologies,
products and services. These collaborative research, development
and commercialization structures support the successful process of
technology transfer.
T³’s main commercialization avenues include:

Licensing of Technion intellectual property (IP) to companies
(with preference to companies based in Israel)
Incorporation of startups based on Technion IP within the
framework of incubators and seed investments
Supporting Technion related innovation through dedicated
infrastructure for project development: the Alfred Mann Institute at
Technion (AMIT) dedicated to biomedical innovation; the Technion
DRIVE Accelerator servicing non-life-science innovation
Acceleration at Technion:
Alfred Mann Institute at the Technion (AMIT):
Established in 2006, the Alfred Mann Institute at Technion (AMIT),
aspires to bridge the gap between applied academic research and
commercial success. AMIT is hub of innovation that is supporting
biomedical company formation by Technion students, faculty
and alumni.
The Technion DRIVE Accelerator (The DRIVE):

The Technion DRIVE Accelerator is a Technion Accelerator focusing on
ICT, Robotics, Materials, Digital Healthcare, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence
and Cyber Security. Inviting students, faculty and alumni into an
environment of creativity and entrepreneurship, the DRIVE facilitates the
transformation of ideas into sustainable businesses at the forefront of
Israel’s economic development.
This infrastructure provides a spectrum of support and financing

services from proof of concept (POC) funding, through to technology
acceleration; follow-on funding; business premises; and mentoring to
launch companies.
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Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) program:

The Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) program invites entrepreneurs
to commercialize groundbreaking technologies from the Technion.
The program introduces entrepreneurs to the Technion research
environment, offering support to identify promising technologies and to
launch start-up companies.
Technologies for commercialization:

Available Technologies:
With over 650 granted patents and over 700 patents pending, T³ offers
a comprehensive database of Technion technologies and know-how
available for commercialization. To check our database for technologies
available for commercialization and subscribe to technology updates
visit: www.t3.trdf.co.il.
Access to collaborative programs sponsored by

the Israel Innovation Authority:
Magnet:
This 3-5 year program supports the formation of industrial consortia with
Israeli academic institutions, to perform joint generic pre-competitive
research, technological development, and innovation in a particular topic,
which may lead to a new generation of advanced products.
http://economy.gov.
il/RnD/OurArenas/ Magneton:
TechnologyInfrastructure/Pages/
default.aspx/ This 1-2 year program supports transfer of technology from an
academic institution to an Israeli industrial company, in all fields.
The ultimate budget of Magneton is NIS 3,400,000 in total, for both
academia and industry. The Chief Scientist of the Israel Innovation
Authority funds 66% of this budget, and 34% is funded by the industrial
partner. The academic institution is funded 100% through this budget.
Nofar:
This program, lasting 12-15 months, supports advanced stages of
applied academic research, not yet oriented towards a specific
product, but already of interest to a business partner, and aims to
bring the research to a mature phase. This program is limited to the
feasibility phase. Later phases require other programs. This program
enables an Israeli business partner (or an Israeli R&D subsidiary of
an international company) to invest in it in the future, forming a
cooperation based on the research achievements.
The Chief Scientist of the Israel Innovation

Authority funds 90% of the budget (maximum
NIS 495,000), and 10% is funded by the industrial
partner. The partner has the first right to examine
the research results.
Kamin:
This is a 1-2 year program which bridges between
basic and applied research that is not ready yet to
be funded by industry. Kamin is open to all fields
of science and technology. The maximum funding
for a 1-year project is NIS 396,000, which is 90% of
the requested budget. The maximum funding for a
2-year project is NIS 748,000, which is 85% of the
requested budget. In special cases an additional
year may be funded, the maximum funding being
NIS 290,400, which is 66% of the requested budget.
Meymad:
The program promotes creative and innovative
dual-use technologies, particularly aimed at the
international market. Governmental funding is
at the level of 50%-66% of the approved budget.
The projects adopt either the Magneton or Nofar
scheme, according to the nature of the project. The
maximum Magneton-based budget is NIS 5 million
for a research period of up to 30 months. For a
Nofar-based project, the maximum budget is NIS
550,000 for a research period of up to 15 months.
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ALFRED MANN INSTITUTE

AT THE TECHNION (AMIT)
AMIT, the Alfred Mann Institute at the Technion is the Technion
http://www.amitechnion.com
acceleration hub which supports the development and
commercialization of exceptional biomedical innovations conceived by
Contact Technion students, faculty and alumni, with a mission to bring to market
amitinfo@trdf.technion.ac.il promising innovative biomedical technologies.
Established in 2006 by Dr. Alfred E. Mann, an American entrepreneur

and philanthropist, and by the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology,
a leading research university, AMIT aspires to bridge the gap between
applied academic research and commercial success.
AMIT is an important part of the Technion entrepreneurial ecosystem,

providing a unique platform for students, faculty and alumni to build
sustainable biomedical companies. It provides the practical tools and the
funding necessary to build and foster new biomedical ventures.
AMIT has a multidisciplinary core team of employees and consultants,

led by Adv. Benjamin Soffer, CEO of T³ - Technion Technology Transfer
office and a director of numerous high growth companies. It operates
under the Technion and the Alfred E. Mann Foundation (AMF).
In 2015, AMIT invested in five new companies, totaling $1.9M. These

ventures include: next-generation neurovascular treatments; hybrid
catheters for interventional procedures; surgical robotics; anastomosis
protection device for colorectal surgery and real time kidney
monitoring. Companies that have been launched through AMIT include:
Sealantis, offering an advanced biomimetic surgical glue; Accellta,
commercializing stem-cell technologies; and Sanoculis, developing a
new surgical technique for the treatment of Glaucoma.
About the Technion - Technology Transfer DRIVE
TECHNION DRIVE ACCELERATOR

DREAM The Technion DRIVE Accelerator is a 9 month acceleration program
for pre-seed and seed projects. The accelerator is located within the
RESEARCH Technion campus and focuses on ICT, Robotics, Big Data, Autonomous
Vehicles, Fintech, Augmented Reality, Materials and Digital Health.
INVENT The Technion DRIVE Accelerator’s main goal is to capitalize on Technion’s
VENTURE unique eco-system, innovative capabilities, and stellar human capital

(researchers, students and most importantly alumni), by offering seed
EXCEL funding, business mentoring, office space, as well as access to Technion's

resources, research facilities, infrastructure and equipment. It is a
manifestation of Technion’s vision to position itself not only as a leading
research institution, but also as a generator of new ventures.
The Technion DRIVE Accelerator offers accepted companies a

comprehensive service package which includes:
Mentorship program
Exchange program
https://www.techniondrive.com Entrepreneurship training program (“The DRIVE Academy”)
Beta-site support
Fund raising support
Contact
Support in accessing local and international grants
eisenmans@trdf.technion.ac.il
300 sq. meter office space
Access to the Technion’s labs and research centers
Access to the Technion’s talent pool and resources
(such as specialized equipment)
General support (administrative, business management, intellectual
property, taxes etc.)
On top of the services package, companies accepted to the accelerator

will be eligible for an investment of up to $100,000.
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BIORAP TECHNOLOGIES LTD.

BioRap Technologies Ltd. is a technology transfer company built
upon patented technologies and creative innovations developed
by the research scientists of the Rappaport Institute for Research
http://www.bio-rap.com
at the Technion. Biorap Technologies provides a one-stop shop for
advancing the development of groundbreaking discoveries by fostering
Contact strategic collaborations with industry through licensing, and new
Dr. Orit Shaked venture agreements. The Rappaport Institute, which is housed within
CEO the Rappaport Faculty of Medicine of the Technion-Israel Institute of
Tel. +972-4-829-5402 Technology, consistently introduces promising new technologies, which
Fax. +972-4-855-2296 can then be developed into products and services that benefit society
oshaked@tx.technion.ac.il and human health worldwide.
BioRap Technologies encompasses two main areas of activity:

Technologies for licensing:
Novel Molecules - For the treatment of inflammatory, autoimmune,
renal, cardiovascular disease and cancer
Medical Diagnostics - Novel markers for diabetes complications,
cancer, autoimmune diseases, and both common and rare inherited
genetic disorders
Specialized Technology - Cell therapy using light-sensitive ion
channels for cardiac and neurodegenerative modulation
Therapeutics/Vaccines - Novel therapeutic vaccines for cancer
treatment
Interdisciplinary Research Programs
Prof. Roy Kishony, Faculty of Biology

Endless war between bacteria and bacteriophages on a petri dish
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I N TE RDIS C I P LI N AR Y
RES EA R C H
PRO G R A MS
Grand Technion
Energy Program
TECHNION AUTONOMOUS
SYSTEMS PROGRAM
Interdisciplinary Research Programs - Cyber Security Center
TECHNION
CYBER
SECURITY
RESEARCH
CENTER
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Cyber security is nowadays a vital area in computing, required for

ensuring security and privacy of the computing systems, and of the
data of users. The Technion cyber security research center
collaborates dozens of researchers from various Technion faculties
aiming to work on all areas related to the security of computer
systems.
Research Areas:
Network security Internet security Wireless security
Ad-Hoc network security Electronic commerce Internet of Things
Computer architecture Virtualization Cloud security
Operating systems Parallel systems Hardware and software
http://cyber.technion.ac.il verification Computer vision for security Machine learning for
security Cryptology and cryptanalysis Side-channel attacks
Industrial control systems & SCADA Synthesis of secure software
Contact Autonomous systems security Privacy GPU and GPU security, etc.
Prof. Eli Biham
Head The center is in collaboration with the national cyber bureau in the
Tel. +972-77-887-4308 prime-minister's office.
cyber@technion.ac.il
Interdisciplinary Research Programs - GTEP
NANCY AND STEPHEN

GRAND TECHNION
ENERGY PROGRAM
(GTEP)
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The Nancy and Stephen Grand Technion Energy Program brings

the best science and engineering researchers together to work in a
broad interdisciplinary track to discover and exploit alternative and
Grand Technion renewable energy sources, to search for and develop alternative non-
Energy Program carbon-based fuels, to seek solutions for more efficient energy use,
and to reduce the environmental damage caused by the production
and burning of fossil fuels.
Research Areas:
Alternative Fuels Energy Storage and Conversion Renewable Energy
Sources Energy Conservation.
Proposed research topics that these areas will address are: expanded uses
http://gtep.technion.ac.il for solar energy, including solar photo-voltaic cells, for the generation
of electricity, solar-powered air conditioning and solar process heat;
development of non-carbon-based alternative fuels; biomass generation
Contact of combustible gases; wind turbine design; energy storage; optimization
Assoc. Prof. Yoed Tsur of urban planning for energy conservation; improving engine performance
Head by reducing friction and using advanced combustion processes; and the
Tel. +972-4-829-3586 development of power sources for microelectronic devices.
tsur@technion.ac.il
Interdisciplinary Research Programs - GTEP
Contact Technion Photovoltaic Laboratory:

Dr. Guy Ankonina This is a central Technion facility established jointly by GTEP and RBNI
PV Laboratory Engineer to provide advanced tools for the fabrication and characterization of
Tel. +972-4-829-5014 photovoltaic (PV) devices. The Photovoltaic Center comprises two
anguy@technion.ac.il laboratories; one for the fabrication of photovoltaic cells, and the other
for the characterization of these cells.
Laboratory personnel offer both technical services and assistance in

the design, fabrication, and characterization of organic, inorganic, and
hybrid PV devices. The laboratory serves the PV community of the
Technion and the broad optoelectronics community in Israeli academia
and industry. Professionals from industry come to the Center for the
characterization of devices and for support in fabrication.
Contact Technion Hydrogen Technologies Research Laboratory (HTR):

Dr. Yifat Nakibli This is a central Technion facility, established jointly by the Grand
Laboratory Engineer Technion Energy Program (GTEP), the ADELIS Foundation and
Tel. +972-77-887-1974 the Solar Fuels I-CORE, to provide basic and advanced tools for
yiaftn@technion.ac.il developing technologies for low-cost, highly-efficient hydrogen
production from diverse renewable sources.
Activities at HTRL focus on the development of new materials,

photocatalysts, and innovative electrodes that will enhance photo-
electrochemical and fuel processing systems using deposition
methods, electronic characterization, and photoelectrochemical
sample analysis. The advanced analytical equipment at the laboratory
is unique in its flexibility and capacity to accommodate studies in
hydrogen energy production as well as research in other fields.
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The laboratory personnel offer both technical services and assistance

in the design and characterization of hydrogen production
technologies. The laboratory serves the general Technion community
and Israeli academia and industry. Launched in August 2013, the HTR
Laboratory is now fully active.
Contact Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust

Prof. Yair Ein Eli Energy Storage Complex:
Head, Energy Storage Complex This complex was established by GTEP as the first academic complex
Tel. +972-4-829-4588 for research into energy storage. Investigations are focused on
eineli@technion.ac.il advanced, rechargeable Li-ion and metal-air battery systems using high
energy fuels such as lithium and silicon.
The Energy Storage Complex includes four hubs:

Powder Preparation Hub
Electrochemical/Chemical Laboratory
Analysis of Hub-battery Discharge and Characterization
X-ray Diffraction Laboratory
Laboratory personnel offer both technical services and assistance in the

design and characterization of energy storage technologies.
Contact Satell Family Nitrogen-Hydrogen Alternative Fuels (NAHF)

Prof. Gideon Grader Reaction Research Laboratory:
Tel. +972-77-887-1839 The Center was established by GTEP to promote the development of
grader@technion.ac.il non-carbon fuel technologies. Investigations focus on the reactions
of nitrogen-based fuels commonly encountered in fertilizers. The
challenges are to develop clean, efficient, and environmentally friendly
combustion technology of these energetic materials.
The Center includes the following facilities:

High-pressure batch reactors
High-pressure continuous reactors
Chemical analysis and characterization units of the effluent gases
Laboratory personnel offer both technical services and assistance in

measurements of effluent gasses from combustion processes.
Interdisciplinary Research Programs - LOKEY
The Lorry I. Lokey Interdisciplinary Center for Life Sciences and

Engineering provides a unique opportunity to bring the worlds of
medicine, life sciences, and engineering together. Where else but at the
Technion, a leader in high-tech and innovation in fields of engineering
and medicine, could such a center be created? Nobel Prize laureate
http://lokey.technion.ac.il Aaron Ciechanover had a vision of this Center, and it was adopted with
enthusiasm by Lorry I. Lokey, a longtime supporter of research and
educational institutions.
Contact
Prof. Roy Kishony
The Lokey Center brings together the diverse but related fields of
Head
systems biology, bioinformatics, proteomics, tissue regeneration and
Tel. +972-4-829-3737
stem cell biology, genomics, imaging, bio-processing engineering,
rkishony@technion.ac.il
structural biology, metabolomics and information processing. The
Center provides state-of-the-art equipment to a cadre of outstanding
researchers, allowing inter-disciplinary exchange between scientists
with various areas of expertise. The Center provides an environment
of excellence to foster creative research in life sciences, with the
complementary skills in engineering and technology. It offers
these scientists tools to help solve problems associated with basic
life sciences and biomedical engineering, create new diagnostic
techniques in medicine, and extend the frontiers of knowledge in
science and technology.
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LOKEY CENTER
Research Areas:
Systems Biology Genomics Proteomics Bioinformatics
Tissue Regeneration and Stem Cell Biology Imaging and
Microscopy Cell Analysis Bioprocess Engineering Information
Processing Structural Biology Biological Networks Metabolomics
Optical Nanoscopy
Facilities at Emerson Life Sciences Building:

National Proteomics Center Bioinformatics Knowledge Unit
Technion Center for Structural Biology LS&E Infrastructure Unit
Technion Genome Center
LIFE SCIENCES AND ENGINEERING

INFRASTRUCTURE CENTER
The Life Sciences and Engineering (LS&E) Infrastructure Center was set
up in 2007 as a collaborative venture between the LS&E at the Lokey
Center and the Russell Berrie Nanotechnology Institute (RBNI).
The main aim of the Center is to provide state-of-the-art technology

http://isu.technion.ac.il and expertise to researchers from diverse disciplines, including biology,
biotechnology, bioengineering, chemistry, chemical engineering, food
engineering, material engineering, optical nanoscopy and physics.
Contact
Dr. Maayan Duvshani-Eshet The Center serves researchers from the Technion, as well as from other
Head academic institutions and industry. It organizes seminars and workshops
Tel. +972-4-829-5834 on the most up-to-date technology and applications.
duvshani@technion.ac.il
At the LS&E Infrastructure Center, users receive full training and support,
from designing the experiments to data analysis. The Technion team
includes scientists who are experts in their field to provide the best service.
Services and Instruments: The Center has 3 major divisions:

Microscopy and imaging Light Microscopy and Imaging Unit
Flow cytometry Flow Cytometry Unit
Technion Genome Center Genomic facility services - the Technion Genome Center
Real- time qPCR
The Center is open to all users at the Technion as well as other
academic institutions and industry.
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Contact Light Microscopy and Imaging Unit:

Assis. Prof. Yaron Fuchs The Light Microscopy and Imaging Unit is headed by Dr. Nitzan Dahan, and
Academic advisor offers advanced light microscopy equipment. The Unit supports researchers
Tel. +972-77-887-1691 from diverse fields of life sciences, physics, chemistry, and engineering.
yfuchs@technion.ac.il
The Unit’s main equipment includes:
Dr. Nitsan Dahan 3 confocals fluorescence microscope, two of which are inverted and
Tel. +972-4-829-5131 dedicated for live imaging and one with spectral detector (Zeiss LSM
ndahan@technion.ac.il 700 and Zeiss LSE 710 with GaAsP Detectors)
A multi photon confocal laser system (Zeiss LSM 510)
3 fluorescent inverted microscopes (Zeiss Cell Observer, Leica DMI8,
Leica DMI2)
Fluorescent binocular (Olympus and Leica)
High-content-high-throughput imaging system (GE InCell Analyzer 2000)
NEW Light sheet fluorescence microscope from Zeiss – new
technology that enables live imaging of large 3D samples with 2
channels and multi-view (Zeiss Light Sheet Z1)
Dedicated image analysis and processing software (Imaris, Image J,
InCell Investigator, ZEN, Spotfire, Miner)
The Unit provides service and support, from designing the experiment
to data analysis, with a full software range of: Imaris, Image J/FIJI, ZEN,
AxioVision, and InCell Investigator.
Applications include:
Fast image acquisition for live cell imaging and time-lapse studies
Z-Stacks for localization of cells in living tissues and 3-D reconstruction
High-resolution localization of sub-cellular compartments
and quantities co-localization
Spectral imaging and detection
Fluorescence resonance energy transfer – FRET
Multi-channel fluorescence imaging
Quantitative co-localization
Fluorescence recovery after photo-bleaching – FRAP
Multi-photon imaging
Automated slide imaging
Cell-based assays and detection, including: compound screening,
Phenotypic profiling, RNAi screening, Whole organism imaging, Cell lineage
studies, Cell cycle studies, Cell migration, Organelle and protein trafficking,
Morphology analysis, DNA content analysis, and Apoptosis/cell viability
Contact Flow Cytometry Unit:

Asst. Prof. Yaron Fuchs The Flow Cytometry Unit has two analyzers, a sorter and the
Academic advisor ImageStream system:
Tel. +972-77-887-1691 Analyzer: BD FACS Calibur - 2 lasers, 4 channels
yfuchs@technion.ac.il Analyzer: BD LSR-II - 4 lasers, 12 channels and High Throughput
System (HTS)
Dr. Efrat Barak Sorter: BD FACS Aria-III - a four-laser sorter with 12 channels that can
Dr. Shay Kirzner sort the analyzed particles or cells for further growing and analysis
Tel. +972-4-829-3676 NEW – Image Stream – Imaging Flow Cytometer combines the
efratb@technion.ac.il speed, sensitivity, and phenotyping abilities of flow cytometry with
shaykirzner@technion.ac.il the detailed imagery and functional insights of microscopy
The Unit serves all the Technion’s units, as well as other academic
institutions and industry. The Unit provides service, from designing the
experiment to data analysis, with a full software range of FSC express
and ModFit.
Applications include:
Functional analysis: Ionic Flux Determinations; Membrane Potential;
Oxidative Reactions
DNA analysis: Cell cycle and cell proliferation; Cell Viability;
Apoptosis / necrosis (Cell death)
Intracellular signaling: Cytokine production; Phagocytosis;
Single cell analysis; Cell enrichment
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Technion Genome Center:

As part of the LS&E Infrastructure Center since 2009, the Technion
Genome Center (TGC) is at the forefront of sequencing technology,
providing state-of-the-art services to researchers from diverse disciplines.
TGC plays a central role in enabling the Technion’s researchers to
find answers to the pressing questions of the 21st century develop
genome technology. TGC offers a range of services from designing the
experiment, through library preparation and sequencing, to bioinformatics
analysis. The mission of TGC is to maintain and expand its role as Israel’s
leading sequencing facility, and therefore TGC continuously upgrades its
http://tgc.net.technion.ac.il equipment as new technology becomes available. TGC’s team, located
in the Technion’s new Emerson Life Sciences Building, includes highly-
trained and experienced scientists, bioinformaticians and molecular
Contact biology specialists who have a proven record of working together with
Assoc. Yoav Arava researchers from the Technion, other universities, and industry. TGC’s
Academic advisor customers include all Israeli universities, research institutes, hospitals and
Tel. +972-4-829-3683 genetic institutes, as well as industrial companies and start-ups. The TGC
arava@technion.ac.il offers sequencing, library preparation and bioinformatics services.
Dr. Tal Katz-Ezov Available applications:

Tel. +972-4-829-5168 RNA-Seq
talke@technion.ac.il Low input and ultra-low input RNA sequencing
Resequencing / de novo sequencing
Amplicon sequencing
Exome Sequencing
ChIP-Seq
CEL-Seq – single cell / low input RNA sequencing protocols
Bioinformatics analysis
Advanced molecular biology laboratory
TGC’s state-of-the-art equipment includes:

Illumina HiSeq 2500
Illumina HiSeq 2500 – 1Tera
Illumina MiSeq
MinIon - Nanopore Technology Sequencer
Fluidgm C1 - Automated Single Cell Genomics
Agilent Bravo automation system for sample preparation
Agilent TapeStation 2200 - DNA and RNA quality control
Covaris E220 - DNA shearing system
Advanced molecular biology laboratory
TECHNION CENTER FOR

STRUCTURAL BIOLOGY
The center was jointly established by the Lorry I. Lokey
Interdisciplinary Center for Life Sciences and Engineering (LS&E)
and the Russell Berrie Nanotechnology Institute (RBNI). In order
to enhance molecular-level biomedical research at the Technion,
the LS&E took the initiative in establishing the Technion Center
http://tcsb.technion.ac.il for Structural Biology (TCSB). Headed by Dr. Yael Pazy Benhar, the
TCSB provides both expertise and infrastructure for macromolecular
crystallography to enable state-of-the-art structural biology research
Contact on campus. TCSB is equipped with the most advanced infrastructure
Dr. Yael Pazy Benhar for macromolecular crystallography, including robotic and automation
Head systems for high-throughput crystal growth and x-ray data collection.
Tel. +972-77-877-1901 The Center is engaged in molecular studies of wide-ranging areas
yaelpb@technion.ac.il in life sciences, with an emphasis on functional and mechanistic
understanding of the interaction between biological macromolecules,
Prof. Michael Glickman such as proteins and DNA. Dissecting biological processes with
Academic advisor such high-resolution approaches is often crucial in unraveling
Tel. +972-4-829-4552 the molecular basis of diseases and for rational development of
glickman@technion.ac.il therapeutics via structure-based drug design.
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http://bku.technion.ac.il
Contact
Assoc. Prof.
Yael Mandel-Gutfreund
Head & Academic Advisor
Tel. +972-4-829-3958
yaelmg@technion.ac.il
Dr. Michael Shmoish
BIOINFORMATICS
Head of the Genomics group
Tel. +972-4-829-4302/5378
KNOWLEDGE UNIT (BKU)

mshmoish@cs.technion.ac.il
Dr. Fabian Glaser

Head of the Structural
Bioinformatics group The Bioinformatics Knowledge Unit (BKU) provides science researchers
Tel. +972-4-829-3701 at the Technion and its affiliated hospitals with computational methods
fglaser@technion.ac.il and tools to make their research more productive, saving time, effort
and cost. BKU provides consulting to individual laboratories, arranges
Dr. Guy Horev workshops and seminars for students, technical, and academic staff, and
Statistician and makes state-of-the-art computing tools, data resources, and computing
Computational biologists power available to all. Consulting activities include help-desk services as
Tel. +972-4-829-4258 well as involvement in research projects and grants.
guyho@technion.ac.il
Research Areas:
Dr. Ofir Tal The BKU provides consultation services to researchers and staff of the
Structure Bioinformatics faculties of life sciences and exact sciences at the Technion and its
Tel. +972-4-829-4302 affiliated hospitals. We aim to establish cooperation with researchers.
pantufel@technion.ac.il Currently we support research in, amongst others, genomics and
high-throughput data analysis (denovo genome sequencing, RNA-seq,
Dr. Hagay Enav ChIP-seq, CLIP-seq, etc.), application of R-system, phylogenetic analysis,
Computational Biologist protein-protein and protein ligand docking, molecular dynamics,
Tel. +972-4-829-3410 structure-based mutational analysis, and novel gene annotation.
enavh@technion.ac.il
Interdisciplinary Research Programs - RBNI
RUSSELL BERRIE
NANOTECHNOLOGY
INSTITUTE (RBNI)
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Supported by the Russell Berrie Foundation, the Government of Israel

through TELEM, and the Technion; The Russell Berrie Nanotechnology
Institute (RBNI) was established in 2005 and has since positioned
the Technion and the State of Israel amongst the leading global
academic institutes of Nanotechnology research and development.
http://rbni.technion.ac.il Vigorous recruitment of bright new faculty members from research
laboratories around the world, extensive investment in infrastructure,
new educational programs for training the next generation of scientists
Contact and engineers, and nurturing of multidisciplinary collaborations within
Prof. Gadi Eisenstein campus, as well as with industry and other academic institutions,
Head provide the vehicle for achieving the desired impact on the Technion,
Tel. +972-4-829- the State of Israel, and the well-being of humankind.
4694/4526/5116
gad@ee.technion.ac.il The research activities within RBNI cover a wide range of scientific
and technological areas typifying the multi-disciplinary nature of
the center. The activities can be divided into several broad fields that
include: Nanophotonics, Quantum science matter and engineering,
Nanoelectronics, Nanomed, Advanced Imaging, Nanotechnology for
energy harvesting, Self-assembled materials and structures.
Nanotechnology Infrastructure:
Over the past 11 years, RBNI has established several Nanotechnology
Infrastructure centers across campus and significantly upgraded other
centers in faculties associated with RBNI. Overall, RBNI invested in the
past 11 years, over M$40 in upgrading nano related equipment, and
continues to support 15 infrastructure centers on campus, serving Israeli
researchers in academia and industry. Dozens of companies from the
Israeli Industry and well over 100 research groups from Technion and
other Academia institutes, use multiple services offered by the RBNI
supported infrastructure centers.
RBNI supports the following infrastructure centers:

Zisapel Nanoelectronics Center (MNFU) (Faculty of Electrical
Engineering) Electron Microscopy Center (Faculty of Materials Science
and Engineering) Electron Microscopy Center for Soft Matter (Faculty
of Chemical Engineering) Center for Nano Photonics (Faculty of
Electrical Engineering Fischbach Building) Joint GTEP and RBNI
Technion Photovoltaic Laboratory (Zisapel Building) Joint Life Sciences
and Engineering and RBNI Infrastructure Unit (Emerson Building)
Smoler Proteomics Center (Faculty of Biology) Biomechanics and
Tissue Engineering Center (Faculty of Bio-Medical Engineering)
Surface Characterization Center (Solid State Institute) Russell Berrie

Nanoparticles and Nanometric Systems Characterization Center X-ray
and Particle Characterization Facilities (Faculty of Chemical Engineering)
Center for Computational Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(Computer Center) Joint Life Sciences and Engineering and RBNI
Technion Center for Structural Biology (TCSB) The Biomedical Core
Facility (Faculty of Medicine) The Chemical and Surface Analysis Lab
(Faculty of Chemistry)
RBNI Expertise:
The key expertise of RBNI are in four areas: Nano Photonics, Nano
Electronics, Electron Microscopy and NanoMed.
Nano photonics is by far the largest and most famous activity and
comprises some 27 faculty members across campus. The activity covers
a wide range of topics from fundamental to very applied.
In the past five years, the applied activity was focused on a national
project, Focal Technological Area - Nanophotonics for Advanced Light
Detection, Imaging, Inspection, Smart Sensors, Energy Conversion.
Technion's Focal Technological Area in the area of Nano Photonics was

selected for funding by the Israeli Government and was developed over
the past 5 years by several Technion research groups. The focus of this
activity is light nano-detectors, enhanced by nanophotonic structures
and applications, including sensing and ultrahigh resolution inspection.
The photonics-related industry in Israel is expected to be directly
transformed by the project’s technologies, detectors, sensors, modules,
platforms, and systems.
The FTA enabled Technion to add to its infrastructure a major tool – a

state of the art electron beam writing system with characteristics that
are second to no other similar system in the world. The EBL was put
into work in 2015 and is located in the Zisapel Nanoelectronics Center
(MNFU) (Faculty of Electrical Engineering).
Nano Electronics activities involve many researchers who deal with

issues of a very applied, yet futuristic nature. Silicon activities are
often done in collaboration with industry. Research in III-V materials
(mainly InP based) make use of local epitaxy capabilities, GaN research
is done in collaboration with industry and foreign partners and super
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conducting materials, organic semiconductors and Carbon nano tubes

are fabricated on site. The activities take place in the Zisapel nano
electronics center which comprises many faculty and a large, high level
technical staff. Device processes are developed in house for internal and
external users and a modern facility with state of the art equipment is
available for academic as well as industrial users.
Electron Microscopy is another strength of the Technion.

RBNI established and supports two microscopy centers, one for soft
materials which is housed in the Chemical Engineering Dept. and a
second which is at the Materials Science and Engineering Dept. Both
centers have state of the art equipment, both purchased new HRTEM
systems in 2016 which are available for use by everyone from academia
and industry. The centers include high level technical and support staff
and hence can provide a full line of services of the highest quality.
NanoMed is a field that lies at the interface of nanotechnology and the

life sciences. It operates in close collaboration with the Center for Life
Science and Engineering and in future will collaborate strongly with the
newly established Cancer Research Center. The main participants in
the NanoMed program come from the faculties of Biology, Biomedical
Engineering, Biotechnology and Food Engineering, Chemical
Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. The topics of research are
very wide and cover diagnostic, therapeutic and medical imaging as
well as fundamental life science research. Many of the researchers work
closely with industry and the vast infrastructure established by RBNI is
available for use by all academic and industrial researchers in Israel.
Cooperation with industry:

The FTA yielded many potential commercial outlets. A large segment
of the inspection and metrology industry in Israel will be directly up-
graded by novel ultra-high-resolution methodologies and technologies.
Other products expected to emerge from, or to be affected by,
technologies developed in the framework of the FTA include: pillar-
based NIR-SWIR-MIR sensors and imagers; imagers with plasmonics
based smart pixel optics; miniature optical clocks and photonic
based magnetometers; nanophotonic parametric oscillator-based
sensors; plasmonic multispectral, polarization diversity functional
imagers; extreme resolution inspection systems with emphasis on
microelectronics and biomedics; efficient hybrid thin layer solar cells;
efficient solar-electrochemical cells; nanophotonic-enhanced medical
probes: high-resolution OCT; plasmonic-enhanced medical Raman

probes; micro-nano photonic circuit platforms and elements; flexible
sensors; and integrated communication transceivers.
Cooperation already exists with SCD, Elbit, and Tower Jazz in novel
detectors, 3G Solar in solar cells, and with Rafael in special sensors,
amongst others.
While a significant portion of the research outcome is expected to

be absorbed in the large industrial entities of defense, detectors,
semiconductors, and inspection; in two evolving fields we expect
to promote new initiatives and start-up activities: biomedical optical
probing and diagnostics, and solar energy harvesting.
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TECHNION
AUTONOMOUS
SYSTEMS
PROGRAM
(TASP)
Interdisciplinary Research Programs - TASP
Quad-Copter Snake Robot
Autonomous systems represent the next great step forward in the

fusion of machines with sensors, computers, and communication
capabilities. The objective is to develop intelligent systems that
can interact dynamically with the complexities of the real world.
These systems make independent decisions about how to act,
http://tasp.technion.ac.il/ even in groups, especially in unplanned, changing, or unexpected
index.php/en conditions. Autonomous system applications include performance-
enhanced unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); swimming medical
Contact micro-robots that can travel through the human body; unmanned
Dist. Prof. Emeritus vehicles for underwater, land-based, and space exploration;
Daniel Weihs environmental disaster cleanup operations; rescue operations;
Head detection, identification, and neutralization of chemical and biological
Tel. +972-77-877-3197 weapons and explosives; transportation and traffic control systems;
Fax. +972-4-829-5060 communication networks; and a wealth of other applications that
tasp@tasp.technion.ac.il drive progress in defense, medicine, and industry. The Technion does
research in all these areas
TASP Centers:
Arlene and Arnold Goldstein UAV and Satellite Center
Unmanned Ground Systems Center
Unmanned Marine Systems Center
Two Centers under construction:

Autonomous Medical Systems
Autonomous Agent Systems
Collaborations:
Agreement with Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)
for NIS 1 million annual research support.
Participation in ROBIL, a three-university project to design a humanoid robot,
funded by the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)
and the Israeli Ministry of Defense.
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TECHNION
COMPUTER
ENGINEERING
CENTER (TCE)
The TCE Center is designed to lead worldwide computer engineering
research and education, and to operate as a focal point for academic
and industrial collaboration. Computer Science and Electrical
Engineering are two of the Technion's leading faculties. With the TCE
Center, these Faculties intend to take a national and international
leadership role in cutting-edge research and development. The TCE
Center provides the foundation and facilities for computer engineering
research and education. Its unique model facilitates an unprecedented
platform for industrial-academic partnership, and creates a novel eco-
system beneficial to both.
Research Areas:
Applied Computer Engineering domains, such as:
Computer Architecture and Systems Cloud Computing
Communication and Networking Data Bases Data Processing and
Data Mining Machine Learning Computer Graphics Computer Vision
http://tce.technion.ac.il Cyber Security Social Networks Quantum Computer Engineering
Industry-Affiliated Opportunities:
Contact
A major goal of the TCE Center is to bridge the academia-industry
Prof. Emeritus Raphael Rom
gap by encouraging academic members to contribute knowledge and
Head
experience in joint applied research with industry. The Center welcomes
Tel. +972-4-829-4657
part- and full-time visitors from industry, interested in research
rom@ee.technion.ac.il
collaboration or seeking expert help.
Interdisciplinary Research Programs - TCE
Visitors may engage in research, education, and innovative projects. In

order to create a suitable environment that will accommodate both TCE
and industry, TCE has adopted an open IP policy to govern TCE activities,
where all results generated in the scope of TCE activities are open to the
public, and IP will be dealt with on a per case basis. TCE members need
to sign the TCE Memorandum of Understanding (TCE MOU).
Industry Members:
Check Point Yahoo! Labs EZChip HP IATI- Israel Advanced
Technology Industries IBM Intel Matrix Marvell Mellanox
Motorola Solutions Rafael Ravello Systems SAP EMC
Intel Collaborative Research Institute -

Computational Intelligence (ICRI-CI):
Intel Laboratories has launched Intel Science and
Technology Centers and Intel Collaborative Research
Institutes to foster collaboration of Intel and academia.
http://icri-ci.technion.ac.il Each research community is Intel-funded, jointly-led,
and focused on a specific technology domain, bringing
top researchers from academia and Intel together to explore
Contact and develop new answers to existing and new questions. The mission
Prof. Uri Weiser is to build global collaborations with academic pioneers to discover and
Technion utilize computing to enrich the human experience. The resulting insights
Tel. +972-4-829-4763 are expected to bring in new technologies that will be used by Intel and
uri.weiser@ee.technion.ac.il the industry to build better, more exciting, products, and maintain Israel's
leading position.
Prof. Naftali Tishby
Hebrew University The Intel Collaboration Research Institute for Computational Intelligence
Tel. +972-2-549-4569 (ICRI-CI) Center was inaugurated on May 22, 2012. It is focused on
tishby@cs.huji.ac.il machine learning, brain-inspired computing, and heterogeneous computer
architectures. ICRI-CI's vision is to deliver breakthroughs in architecture,
Mr. Ronny Ronen algorithms, and usage models. The center carries out fundamental research
Intel in the above domains, as well as developing capabilities in the areas of
ronny.ronen@intel.com learning audio/visual systems and intelligent agents.
Mr. Shalom Greenberg In Israel the Institute is based at the Technion in Haifa and the Hebrew
Intel University of Jerusalem, and also includes researchers from Bar-Ilan
shalom.goldenberg@intel.com University, the Weizmann Institute of Science, and Shenkar College of
Engineering and Design. The Center is mainly connected with several
Intel business units, in Israel and internationally.
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RES EA R C H
I N ST I TUTE S
TRI
Research Institutes - NBRI
NATIONAL BUILDING
RESEARCH INSTITUTE
(NBRI)
The National Building Research Institute was established in October

1988, as a joint venture of the Israeli Ministry of Construction and
Housing and the Technion. It is based on the highly respected
50-year-old Building Research Station, and maintains its professional
tradition. Its main objective remains advancement of knowledge in
http://nbri.net.technion.ac.il the building sciences, solution of long-range problems of the building
sector through methodological research, as well as support in solving
short-term needs, in areas where expertise is crucial.
Contact
Assoc. Prof. Yehiel Rosenfeld NBRI members include the Civil Engineering Faculty, whose research
Research and Development is in the areas of Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering,
Tel. +972-4-829-2242/3 Building Materials, Performance and Technology and Construction
roseny@tx.technion.ac.il Management and Economics, as well as researchers and graduate
students in these areas. NBRI has a large laboratory hall with a
Eng. Jacov Vitman massive testing floor and several specific laboratories in these areas.
Testing services
Laboratory Engineer & Manager NBRI has a long-standing collaboration with industry, assisting Israeli
Tel. +972-4-829-3027 manufacturers and builders in the investigation of innovations, and
vitman@tx.technion.ac.il in studying basic issues related to their products or processes. In
addition to research collaboration, NBRI provides testing services
when other laboratories are not equipped to do so. Reports include
detailed description of the test and results. NBRI does not engage in
standard testing and certification, or in providing expert opinions.
The price of the testing service includes manpower and use of equipment.
It depends on the specific work, and comprises a set-up fee for the specific
test plus the price per hour or part of an hour, according to the complexity,
manpower, and type of equipment used for testing.
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Testing Hall and Structural Engineering Laboratory:
The main testing hall at NBRI includes several testing facilities for
material and structural tests, as outlined below, and a strong test floor,
which enables versatile arrangement of various set-ups for medium-
to large-scale specimens of structural components, such as beams,
columns, walls, etc. Part of this floor is dedicated to a permanent
special steel frame, with a 500-kN, 150-mm stroke actuator, that
enables testing of specimens with a height of up to 2 m. This actuator
is connected to an MTS controller that enables testing with stroke
control to a variety of static and dynamic loading programs.
The specific equipment in this laboratory includes:

Shaking Tables: Large 1-DoF table, 3 x 3 m, up to 50 kN, 1-10 Hz,
horizontal sway ±50 mm. Small 1-DoF table, 40 x 60 cm, up to 40 N.
Compression and Tension Testing Systems: Manually controlled
machines with capacities of 1, 100, 300, 1000, and 5000 kN
Controllable Actuators: In compression and tension with
capacities of 100 and 500 kN, and in compression with a
capacity of 2000 kN
Hydraulic Jacks: 25 jacks and a central control system. Force
Shaking Table
capacities are 160, 180, 320, 350, 420, and 500 kN, and maximum
travels are 60, 100, 150, 380, and 450 mm
Static and dynamic measurement laboratory: Includes data
acquisition systems, and a variety of force, displacement,
acceleration and strain transducers, as well as pulsators. Force
transducers include compression of 100, 250, 500 and 5000 kN;
tension 5 and 50 kN; tension and compression 5 and 50 kN; and
hollow 500 kN
Impact Laboratory:
The Impact Laboratory is built partly below ground. The space of
this specially reinforced concrete laboratory comprises a control and
operation room with a safety and operational controller, and various
electrical, mechanical, and computational facilities.
The laboratory is used to test the impact response of structural

elements and materials to low velocity and high velocity impact
1000kN compression and loads, penetration processes in structural and geotechnical systems,
tension machine and pulsators and the blast response of structural elements.
The laboratory floor includes two large isolated foundation blocks

supporting a gun system and a target holder system. Specially
constructed interior reinforced concrete walls provide separation of
different safety zones.

Air-guns for high-velocity impact, and a moderate-velocity
air gun system
Low-velocity impact system
Small caliber shooting system
High-speed cameras: A high-speed monitoring system.
High-speed velocity measurement system
Air Gun
Monitoring systems: For dynamic acceleration, pressure,
strain, and displacement
Blast shock tube: Under development
Building Materials Laboratory:

The laboratory is equipped with various accessories to test chemical,
physical and mechanical properties of building materials, such as
concrete (in both fresh and hardened states), gypsum, lime, masonry,
plaster, grout, natural stone, metals, timber, fiber-reinforced materials,
chemical and mineral admixtures for concrete, as well as industrial by-
products, such as coal fly ash, chemical gypsum, recycled aggregates,
recycled plastics, and rock waste. The laboratory facilities can be
used to simulate behavior of various building materials under special
environmental and loading conditions, and for testing strength,
permeability, durability, shrinkage-induced cracking, corrosion
resistance, water/gas/water penetration, sorptivity, resistance to salt
attack, UV radiation, and thermal and hygric cycles. The laboratory is
also equipped for non-destructive testing of mechanical properties.

Climatic Rooms: Regulated temperature ±0.5°C and humidity ±5%
Climatic Chambers: Temperature range: -10 to +150°C, RH = 25%-99%
Carbon Dioxide Chamber: up to 5% of CO2
Ovens: For drying and heating
Mercury Intrusion Porosimeter: up to 0.4 GPa
Thermo-Gravimetric Analyzer TGS-2
Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)
Small Wind Tunnel: 90x60 cm cross-section and 180 cm length, for
testing building materials under drying conditions in hot climates
Climactic Chamber
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Uniaxial Restrained Shrinkage Apparatus: Closed loop system for
measuring strains and stresses in early age concrete
Chemical Shrinkage Measuring System
Adiabatic and Isotheral Calorimeters: For measuring heat of
cement hydration
Rheometer: For measuring rheological properties of fresh concrete mixes
Portable Non-Destructive Testing Instruments: For ultrasonic
pulse, rebound, electro-magnetic, electrical conductivity, optical
and other measurements
Chloride and Water Penetration Measuring Systems
Set-up for Testing Corrosion of Reinforcement Steel in Concrete
Thermal and Energy Laboratory:

The Thermal and Energy Laboratory is capable of testing the thermal
conductivity of building materials, thermal and energy performance
of wall specimens of surface area 1.2x1.2 m, and the air and water
permeability and performance under a pressure difference of any
vertical building envelope element, such as walls, windows and
curtain-walls, with a surface area up to 4x4 m.
The equipment in this laboratory includes:

Guarded hot plate: Thermal conductivity measurements
of specimens up to 5 cm thick in the range 10°C to 50°C
Hot box: For the investigation of steady-state thermal and energy
performance of 1.2x1.2 m wall specimens
Air and water permeability test facility: For investigating air and
water tightness of vertical elements of up to 4x4 m. The nominal
pressure difference capacity is up to 3000 Pa, and the air flow
range is 210 m3 h-1
Radiation Safety in Construction Laboratory:

The laboratory can assist in measuring natural radionuclides in
building materials, radon flux from soils and building materials, and
perform continuous as well as long-term average radon monitoring in
enclosed spaces.
The equipment in this laboratory includes:

Scintillation gamma-spectrometers for measuring natural
radionuclides in building materials
Beta-spectrometer for measuring radon flux from soils
Air and Water Permeability
Test Facility
Continuous radon monitors and electrets

Gamma dosimeters
Radon permeability test installation for testing building materials
and radon-barrier materials
Radon exhalation testing chambers for measuring radon
exhalation of building materials (6.5 and 85 L)
Seskin Virtual Construction Laboratory:

The primary foci of the Virtual Construction Laboratory (VC Lab)
include Building Information Modeling (BIM), Lean Construction,
and the synergies between the two. Its computing and virtual reality
infrastructure enables tackling a wide range of topics, not only in
Construction Management, but in diverse fields such as Architecture
and Town Planning, Transport, Design Collaboration, and others.

A CAVE (CAVE Automated Virtual Environment): the EON Mobile
Icube, a reconfigurable 3-wall PC workstation-based immersive
environment, in which participants are completely surrounded
by virtual imagery and a sound system. The system has a DLP
active stereo-projection system, 3D stereo rear-projection screens,
a floor-mounted screen structure, EON Professional Software
(EON Studio, Visual Effects, RPC, EON CAD, Raptor and Physics
Engine as well as EON Server), a Natural-Point eight-camera wide
field of view infrared wireless motion tracking system, and active
stereo glasses.
KanBIM™ mobile touch screen workstation: Includes a mounted

PC workstation (Intel i7 950 6GB RAM DDR III NVidia GTX 460) and
a 42” touch screen monitor (Elo Touch Systems 42” Model
ET4200L-AUWA).
Dual-screen BIM workstations: Five stations with a variety of

BIM software tools.
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Research Institutes - ASRI
NORMAN AND HELEN

ASHER SPACE RESEARCH
INSTITUTE (ASRI)
ASRI operates with a broad national perspective. It fosters
interdisciplinary work and collaboration of Israeli researchers from all
Technion departments, as well as from other universities, agencies,
and industry. The ASRI has also established collaborative projects with
institutions in other countries.
ASRI was established in 1984. Its members are professors in eight

academic departments of the Technion (Physics, Aerospace,
Mechanical, Chemical, Civil and Environmental, and Electrical
Engineering, Computer Sciences, and Architecture).
http://asri.technion.ac.il Its research and technical staff are involved in various activities,
including research and development of small satellites.
Contact The Asher Space Research Institute has achieved global recognition,
Assoc. Prof. Pini Gurfil having succeeded in bringing space-related research activities to the
Head forefront of science, technology, and academia, both nationally and
Tel. +972-4-829-3020 internationally. The institute is now regarded one of the most prestigious
pgurfil@technion.ac.il research centers on campus, and attracts high-profile visitors.
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Laboratories:
In addition to its support of space-related research around the
campus, ASRI is home to four leading laboratories.
Distributed Space Systems Laboratory (DSSL):

The DSSL was designed and built in the Faculty of Aerospace
Engineering, and is located in the Asher Space Research Institute.
Research efforts are focused on dynamics and control of multiple
spacecraft formation flying, a topic attracting much interest in the
dssl.technion.ac.il United States and Europe. The DSSL also serves as a resource for
instruction and education.
Electric Propulsion Laboratory:

The present-day stage in the development of worldwide spacecraft
technology is characterized by the increasing use of electric
propulsion (EP) for solving a broad spectrum of problems; from
correction of a spacecraft position in orbit, to a radical change of
asri.technion.ac.il/node/148 its flight trajectory, and implementations of interplanetary missions.
The application of electric propulsion allows a significant reduction
of spacecraft mass as a consequence of propellant saving. This, in
turn, provides substantial mission cost savings. ASRI researchers
invented the patented CAMILA thruster that is now on track to
commercialization.
Space Interferometry Laboratory:

The Space Interferometry Laboratory (SILy) seeks novel solutions for
improving the angular resolution of telescopes for both astronomical
and Earth observations from space. The resolution of a traditional
telescopic imaging system is strictly limited by the size of the aperture
http://asri.technion.ac.il/ and the color of light that is observed. Telescopes as large as 30 and
node/149 50 m are currently being designed, but in space, limitations on size
and weight are severe. The Hubble space telescope, for example,
has a mirror diameter of 2.4 m. In order to minimize aberrations,
the mirror needs to be thick, which costs valuable space, and more
importantly, weight, which the mission needs to launch into space.
Telescopes much larger than Hubble, therefore, very quickly become
far too heavy and expensive for space missions. Our laboratory is now
involved in a project to develop a segmented telescope that will allow
the optics to be deployed in space to be larger than the launcher.
Aerospace Plasma Laboratory (APL):

APL is part of the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering and is located in the
Asher Space Research Institute, Technion. The lab is built for carrying out a
program of research and development of innovative nanosatellite/CubeSat
electric propulsion systems. The laboratory goal is to enable advanced
http://asri.technion.ac.il/ understating of the plasma processes in these devices and enable their
node/271 realization. The approach to research in APL involves a full set of activities:
starting from a simplified physical-mathematical or phenomenological
model, then development of a more realistic computer simulation and
finally the design, implementation, and testing of a specific device.
SAMSON Project:
http://asri.technion.ac.il/
node/219
SAMSON
PROJECT
The State of Israel is a proud member of the space club, which
comprises fewer than ten nations that design, build, and launch their
own satellites. As such, Israel’s space industries are world-renowned,
and have achieved their well-respected standing for the satellites they
have built, and are building and selling today. In contrast, the research
at the Asher Space Research Institute (ASRI) is mostly concerned with
Israel’s space technology a decade from now, and beyond. Small
university-scale satellites, such as those of the Technion’s SAMSON
mission, are becoming the primary tool for training engineering
students on a worldwide basis, as well as for testing novel applications
in space before they can be implemented on large, commercial
satellites. University space research, by its nature, is too far advanced for
industries to immediately turn their concepts and designs into current
business. Nevertheless, many industries do have vision, and realize that
today’s research is tomorrow’s potential business.
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Over the past two years, the Technion has claimed the role of
spearheading small-satellite research in Israel, mostly owing to the
SAMSON project. Under the leadership of ASRI, we have now built a
diverse group of several dozen researchers and engineers from the
Technion and collaborating Israeli industries. The industries work
pro-bono, as they recognize the technological value of being part of a
cutting-edge space mission. In the space business, where customers
are few, SAMSON provides a rare opportunity for industry to be part
of a novel, yet real, mission through which their people and hardware
gain valuable prestige in the space industry.
Current SAMSON Industry Partners:

The space division of Israel Aerospace Industries – MBT Space – is
Israel’s primary space contractor, and the home of Israel’s highly
successful Ofeq and Amos satellite lines. Once SAMSON was
conceived, MBT Space volunteered to provide systems engineering
services to the project, as well as their other expertise in satellite
building, attitude and thermal control, thermo-acoustic testing,
systems integration, etc. MBT Space has just developed a new “bus”
(basic units) for nano-satellites. We are in the process of purchasing
three such units for the SAMSON satellites, which will be one of the
first test beds for the new bus.
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. is the backbone of Israel’s

defense industries, and is probably its most profitable member. Rafael
designs and builds thrusters and thruster components for most of
Israel’s satellites. Rafael was part of SAMSON early on, when one of
its engineers instructed group student projects. Since SAMSON was
conceived in 2011, these projects have been geared towards the
SAMSON mission. Under the instruction of engineers from Rafael’s
Space Directorate, Technion students designed the thruster system of
SAMSON that will be the key to the success of its formation flying and
the geo-location missions.
Image courtesy of Dr. Vladimir Balabanov (ASRI)

ELTA Systems Ltd., a subsidiary of IAI, is one of Israel's leading defense
electronics companies. Several Elta engineers are core members of
the SAMSON team, and are working closely with the SAMSON team
to develop the geo-location payload.
Beyond all the above, several small and medium Israeli enterprises
(SMEs) are important members of the SAMSON collaboration:
Spacecialist - for its expertise in systems engineering and
launch technologies
BAE Systems - Rokar - for its GPS flight models
Accubeat - for its atomic clock for high-precision time-keeping
that is the key to the geo-location algorithm
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SOLID STATE
INSTITUTE (SSI)
The Solid State Institute is an interdisciplinary research center
designated to house and serve scientists from various faculties who
are interested in the study of solids and solid interfaces. Pure and
applied research projects, some of which may ultimately be of use
to industry, are being carried out at the Institute in many individual
and/or collaborative research efforts. The physical proximity fosters
cooperation between scientists from different disciplines and different
faculties that otherwise would not take place.
Service Laboratories:
Ion Implantation Laboratory Near Field Scanning Optical
Microscopy and Raman Spectroscopy Laboratory Surface Science
Laboratory Ultra-High Vacuum Surface Probe Microscopy
Laboratory X- Ray Laboratory
http://solid-state.technion.ac.il
Individual Researcher Laboratory Functions:
Extreme non-linear optics Coherent electronic transport Non-
Contact linear optics Optically-detected magnetic resonance and near-field
Dist. Prof. Mordechai optics Quantum optics and time-resolved spectroscopy Photo-
(Moti) Segev induced infrared spectroscopy Diamond-film deposition Electrical
Head characterization, Electro-optical characterization and magneto-optical
Tel. +972-4-829-3630 spectroscopy
msegev@tx.technion.ac.il
Research Institutes - SSI
Contact Main service laboratories:

Prof. Emeritus Ion Implantation Laboratory:
Refael Kalish The Ion Implantation Laboratory was established some 30 years
Head ago. The facility is based on a 350 keV ion implanter, with the ability
Tel. +972-4-829-3907/8 of utilizing many different ion species for implantation at multiple-
kalish@si.technion.ac.il charged ion states under different conditions, such as sample
temperature, orientation, etc.). It can implant nearly any ion with
isotopic resolution. In this respect it is unique in Israel, and is most
useful for versatile research applications. The laboratory collaborates
with many local industries, as well as worldwide.
Ion Implanter
Contact Near Field Optical Scanning and Raman Microscopy Laboratory:

Evgeny Lindner The laboratory is based on the Nanonics CryoView 2000™ set-up,
Tel. +972-4-829-3421/3919 purchased in 2007. It introduces integrated microscopy to low-
ssevgeny@tx.technion.ac.il temperature research. It is capable of simultaneous near-field scanning
optical microscopy (NSOM and atomic force
Prof. David Gershoni microscopy (AFM) or confocal imaging of
Tel. +972-4-829-3630 surfaces in variable temperature environments.
dg@physics.technion.ac.il
The unit comprises a helium flow cryostat
with optical access from above and below
the sample. It is capable of simultaneous AFM
and NSOM at temperatures down to 10°K. It
provides high resolution photoluminescence
measurements at a lateral scanning range of
50 by 50 μm and heights of about 10 μm.
NSOM apparatus
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Variable Temperature, Ultra High Vacuum, Scanning Probe
Microscope (VT-UHVSPM) Laboratory:
The Laboratory is based on an Omicron Variable Temperature Ultra High
Vacuum Scanning Probe Microscope system, purchased in 2005.
Contact It includes an Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) and a

Dr. Cecile Saguy Scanning Tunneling Microscope (STM) with the following
Tel. +972-4-829-3547 technical capabilities:
cecile@si.technion.ac.il True sub-pA scanning tunneling microscopy and spectroscopy (STS)
STS down to atomic scale
True atomic resolution imaging in contact AFM mode
Topography and Current mapping in contact AFM mode
Non-contact AFM mode in frequency modulation regime
and new PLL electronics
Scanning Kelvin Probe Microscopy (SKPM) in frequency
modulation regime
In situ Auger electron spectroscopy (AES), In situ low energy
electron diffraction (LEED), In situ cleavage, In situ sample heating up
to 1500K, In situ Ar sputtering, In situ metal evaporation and In situ
The UHVSPM apparatus
in the VT-UHVSPM lab
H2 cracker
Gate valve for analysis and preparation chamber isolation
Basic vacuum in both preparation and analysis chambers, as
obtained by ion pumps and Ti sublimator pumps, is 4x10-11mbar
AFM beam deflection
Direct and radiation sample heating up to 1500K
In situ cooling and heating down to 25K and up to 1500K
Sample introduction through fast entry lock chamber
Scan size from sub-nano to 8 µm
The system has so far been mainly used for

the following measurements:
Imaging solid surface and nanostructures down to a vertical
resolution better than 0.01nm and a lateral resolution better than 0.1nm
Determination of local electrical, chemical and mechanical
properties at atomic scale
Surface Science Laboratory:

The Surface Science Laboratory, established in 1980, serves as a center
for basic and applied research in the field of surface and thin film physics
and chemistry.
The laboratory is equipped with a Time of Flight SIMS (ToF-SIMS)

system, and an X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) system.
These two powerful surface techniques are widely used by several
academic research teams, making the Surface Science Laboratory a
multi-disciplinary laboratory. The laboratory supports also hundreds
of industrial companies in their R&D and Q&A ongoing activities.
The Laboratory specializes in three surface-sensitive analytical

techniques:
Contact The XPS apparatus in the Surface Science Laboratory:

Dr. Kamira Cohen-Weinfeld The X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) provides a quantitative
Tel. +972-4-829-5638 chemical composition of solid surfaces with chemical bonding
kamira@si.technion.ac.il information for surfaces, thin layers, interfaces, bulk and powder
materials.
The key features of XPS are:

Identification of all elements except Hydrogen and Helium
Surface sensitivity : probes between 2 to 8nm of the material
Quantitative analysis with a 0.1% atomic sensitivity
Chemical bonding information from core level energy shifts
Depth profiling with a 3nm depth resolution
Electronic structure information
The XPS apparatus in the surface The XPS activity is based on Thermo VG Scientific Sigma Probe, England
science laboratory
purchased in 2000. The system is fitted with a monochromatic Al Kα
(1486.6 eV) source. A 100W X-ray primary beam size can be varied from
400 to 15 µm diameter allowing a wide area or localized chemical
characterization.
In early 2017 a new XPS system has been installed at the Surface
Science laboratory. The scanning XPS microprobe VersaProbe
III (PHI Physical Electronics, USA) system is equipped with the
following features:
An aluminum monochromated X-ray primary source with a beam
size that can be varied from 300 to 10 mm diameter
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Scanning X-ray beam induced secondary electron images (SXI)
with a field of view of 700*700 mm2
An ability of chemical state imaging and mapping of surface sample
(lateral resolution of 4-5 mm)
An ultra violet integrated source allows ultra violet photoelectron
spectroscopy (UPS) analysis for a direct measurement of valence
band and work function of materials
In situ sample cooling (down to -140°C) or heating (up to 800°C)
The Versaprobe III system presents also the ability for depth profiling
materials by three different methods:
An angle resolved XPS (AR-XPS) analysis to depth profile by tilting
the sample without damaging the surface, till about 15nm depth.
A monoatomic Ar+ ion gun used for depth profiling
semiconductor materials or metal oxides
A cluster Arn+ ion gun sputtering used for depth profiling organic
based structures
The versatility of the VersaProbe III provides analytical and research services
essential for progress of many academic research groups and industries
ongoing activities in the means of surface science understanding.

Contact The Surface Science Laboratory is equipped with a TOF.SIMS 5
Dr. Tatyana Kravchuck from IONTOF GmbH (Germany) purchased in 2007:
Tel. +972-4-829-3148 Time-of-Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (TOF-SIMS) is a
ktatyana@si.technion.ac.il very sensitive surface analytical technique, well established for many
research and industrial applications. It provides detailed elemental and
molecular information about surfaces, thin layers, interfaces, and full 3D
analysis of the samples.
Its design guarantees optimum performance in all fields of SIMS
applications. The flexible, high precision sample manipulator well
as the perfect charge compensation allows the analysis of virtually
all kinds of samples. The TOF analyzer provides a high secondary
ion transmission with high mass resolution and high lateral and
depth resolution. The use is widespread, including semiconductors,
polymers, paint, coatings, glass, paper, metals, ceramics, biomaterials,
pharmaceuticals and organic tissue.
The key features of the TOF-SIMS are:

Elemental and molecular chemical detection, including hydrogen,
with a high sensitivity range (~1ppm)
High mass range (up to 14000 au) with an option to
simultaneously detect different ions, organic and inorganic
(including hydrogen) materials, that allows retrospective analysis
High mass resolution at full transmission (M/DM>8000) even for
insulating materials
High lateral resolution (<1 mm) with field of view from mm2 to cm2
The TOF-SIMS apparatus in the Depth resolution of about 1nm together with sputter speed of up
surface science lab
to 10 mm /h
3D rendering software
In situ sample cooling (down to 150K) or heating ( up to 900K)
The system has been so far used for:

Detection and relative quantification of traces of metals, dopants,
contaminants or diffusion profiles (down to 1015 at/cm3)
Chemical imaging and mapping of elements and molecules for
investigation of layers, defects, grain boundaries and
manufactured structures
Reverse engineering and failure analysis
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STEPHEN AND NANCY

GRAND WATER
RESEARCH
INSTITUTE
(GWRI)
Research Institutes - GWRI
The Stephen and Nancy Grand Water Research Institute (GWRI) was
established in 1993. Its mission is to promote and support research and
management of Israel’s water resources, maintaining the Technion’s
leading position and Israel’s world leadership in the domain.
Technion, given its international and regional pre-eminence in science,

engineering and technology, relies on the GWRI leadership to continue
the line of research excellence that provides solutions to water-related
problems.
GWRI emphasizes advancement of water science, engineering and

management tools in Israel, the Middle East, and other water-sensitive
regions worldwide. GWRI focuses on innovative and sustainable
approaches, technologies and methods for overcoming water shortage
and preserving the quality of water resources at the lowest possible
cost, while saving energy and diminishing environmental and ecological
impact. GWRI is committed to lead water research in Israel, while
http://gwri.technion.ac.il maintaining good working relations with the academic, research, and
industrial sectors both locally and internationally.
Contact Research and Development Areas:

Prof. Ori Lahav Water treatment, desalination and treatment of wastewater:
Head Water treatment (physico-chemical, biological) Advanced desalination
Tel. +972-4-829-2191 technologies Membranes: design-synthesis-modifications-testing-
agori@technion.ac.il modeling Wastewater treatment: biological, chemo-physical,
membranes, nanofilters / nanotubes / nanochannels Post-treatment of
Dr. Tamar Milgrom Master desalinized seawater Treatment of industrial wastewater Gray-water
Coordinator recycling and management aspects
Tel. +972-4-829-2220
gwritm@wri.technion.ac.il Preservation of water resources, hydrology - source quantity and
quality, wastewater reuse and efficient irrigation:
Natalie Almog Hydro-geophysics Hydrological processes, including climate change
Secretary effects Monitoring and modeling at various scales Fluid dynamics
Tel. +972-4-829-3351 of complex water systems Development of advanced analytical and
Fax. +972-4-822-4246 monitoring tools Reuse of reclaimed wastewater for sustainable crop
natalie@wri.technion.ac.il production Water use efficiency
Water and environmental microbiology:

Applied Genomics and Water Microbiology Pathogen survival in water
systems and in plants irrigated with reclaimed wastewater Advanced
methods for bacterial detection Microfluidics for advanced bio-sensing
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Management of urban water systems, water resources
management and policy:
Water resource systems analysis Management of water distribution
systems Multi-objective optimization models Security and
reliability aspects Water resources under uncertainty and risk
Water-sensitive planning Enviromatics: utilization of distributed
multi-modal sensor networks for water sensing and decision-making
Interaction with the water industry sector:

GWRI members are deeply involved with the Israeli and international
water industry through active participation in R&D projects, scientific/
professional meetings, consulting to industry, and involvement in
professional steering committees.
Research projects are conducted by GWRI researchers sponsored

directly by various water industries, including SANOFI; Mekorot-
Israel National Water Co.; Haifa Chemicals Ltd.; Maccabi Carasso Ltd;
Agat Engineering Consulting and Design 2000 Ltd; Israel Electric
Corporation; Hydranautics Inc.; and Oil Refineries Ltd.
A significant portion of the research projects are funded by leading,

competitive and prestigious local and international funding agencies
(e.g., BSF, ISF, BARD, BMBF and DKFZ, Technion-Niedersachsen fund
[Germany], US-AID/MERC, FP-7 [EU]).
Involvement and Interaction with Governmental

Offices/Authorities:
GWRI as an institute, as well as its individual members, are deeply
involved with Israeli governmental offices and authorities. This activity
includes interaction with: the Israeli Water Authority at various levels;
and participation and/or chairing of Professional/Steering Committees
at the Ministry of Infrastructures - Water and Energy, the Ministry of
Environmental Protection, the Ministry of Science, and the Ministry
of Agriculture. GWRI members also contribute to, amongst others,
Israel’s Institute of Standards and Water and Wastewater Corporations.
Research projects conducted by GWRI researchers are funded directly

by governmental agencies/ministries, such as the Ministry of Industry,
Trade and Labor, the Water Authority, the Ministry of Environmental
Protection, the Ministry of Science, the Ministry of Agriculture, and the
Standards Institution of Israel.
Research Institutes - GWRI
GWRI jointly organizes with the Samuel Neaman Institute for

Advanced Studies in Science and Technology and the Water Authority
“The Water Forum”, with more than 100 participants, including leading
researchers, water specialists, government officials and the Water and
Energy Office of the Minister of Infrastructures. The forum's aim is to
discuss and analyze key issues of Israel’s water-related management
problems in annual workshops.
GWRI members are also deeply involved in leading/chairing or

participating as members of steering committees of the following
professional societies: the Israeli Desalination Society - IDS, the Israeli
Society of Soil Science - ISSS, the Israel Agricultural Engineering
Society, the Israel Society of Ecology and Environmental Sciences,
and the Israel Analytical Chemistry Society.
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TRANSPORTATION
RESEARCH INSTITUTE
(TRI)
The Transportation Research Institute (TRI) began its operations in
1977. It serves as a center and framework of cooperation for faculty
members from various Technion units whose research covers a wide
spectrum of transportation subjects. This research, largely financed
by state funds, is primarily directed at solving problems of crucial
TRI
national importance: road safety, traffic congestion, energy and
environmental issues, transportation planning, transportation
systems analysis, and road maintenance.
The Institute has gained recognition in Israel and abroad as leading

in the transportation research areas of its expertise. The main
achievements and accumulated benefits from the research projects
have yielded significant results in improving road safety, transport
http://tri.net.technion.ac.il/en infrastructure, traffic control, and environmental quality.
Contact In recent years the Institute has set itself as an important goal of
Prof. Yoram Shiftan raising public understanding and awareness of the fields of sustainable
Head transportation and road safety, using the capabilities of the Institute's
Tel. +972-4-829-2901 researchers.
yxs@technion.ac.il
Research Areas:
Road Safety Traffic Engineering and Control Energy and
Environmental Engineering Transportation Planning Urban Planning
and Land Use Road and Pavement Engineering
Research Institutes - TRI
Contact The Institute has three centers/labs:

Assoc. Prof. David Mahalel Mobility Management Research Center:
Tel. +972-4-829-2378 The Mobility Management Research Center (MMRC) was founded
mahlel@technion.ac.il in 1994 as part of the Transportation Research Institute. The Center
specializes in developing algorithms, methodologies, and systems for
Asst. Prof. Jack Haddad promoting sustainable urban mobility.
Coordinator
Tel. +972-77-887-1742 MMRC conducts multidisciplinary research, based on know-how
jh@technion.ac.il and expertise in Transportation Engineering, Process Engineering,
Operations Research, Statistics, Data and Text Mining, System Analysis,
Dr. Ayelet Galtzur and Software Engineering.
Tel. +972-4-829-2956
galtzur@technion.ac.il MMRC works in close cooperation with all the major transport
authorities in Israel, as well as with high-tech companies. Alongside
the local cooperation, MMRC is also involved in international research
projects through various research frameworks, such as the EU R&D
Framework Program.
R&D examples:
AVIVIM:
AVIVIM is the Traffic Management and Control System of the
municipalities of Tel-Aviv and Haifa. AVIVIM follows the classical
approach of management and operational layers. MMRC has
conducted research focusing on decision-support traffic management
methodologies since 1994, funded originally by the Municipality of Tel
Aviv and the Israeli Ministry of Transport. As a result of the success
of the implementation of AVIVIM in Tel Aviv, it was adopted by the
municipality of Haifa in 2006, who is now a partner in funding the
ongoing development of the system.
The research in this area continues to address the ever-growing

mobility needs of public transit users, private vehicle users and
pedestrians, and is reflected in new methodologies incorporated into
AVIVIM.
The Municipality of Tel Aviv has chosen to present AVIVIM as the

municipal state-of-the-art system in several benchmarking projects,
and AVIVIM has been recognized as one of the most advanced Traffic
Management and Control Systems in the world.
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Harvesting the potential to achieve transport Policy Goals:
Harvesting transport information from social media is a new field,
with the potential to improve the understanding of users’ needs and
as a basis for supporting the achievement of transport policy goals.
An exploratory case study was conducted using authentic Twitter
data, with the goal of associating Twitter postings with the one of
three categories defined: Expressing a need for a transport service;
Expressing an opinion regarding a transport service and Reporting a
transport related incident or event. The case study targeted football
matches in the UK, where an initial pool of candidate text posts were
filtered from the stream of Tweets posted over a period of about one
week around each match.
Automatic classification of Tweets as transport-related, as well

as classifying them into one of the three categories, yielded high
performance both in terms of coverage and relevance. Research
results support the hypotheses that valuable information for transport
policy makers exists on social media and that such information can
be effectively harvested.
Social media, as a two-way communication arena between transport

authorities and travelers, continue to be one of the research areas that
researcher at MMRC are engaged in.
Research Institutes - TRI
Road Safety Research Center:

In the area of road safety, research activity started within the
framework of the Road Safety Center in 1967 which was later
incorporated into the TRI. The Road Safety Research Center (RSRC)
was re-established in 2007 as a joint initiative by the Technion and
the Or Yarok (Green Light) NGO. The RSRC mission was defined as
conducting scientific research that should support the development
of evidence-based road safety programs and interventions, in
producing road safety knowledge fitted to Israeli conditions, in
developing tools for professionals and decision-makers and in
promoting research on a future vision for road safety. The RSRC
research areas concern: Road safety policy and management;
Monitoring road safety; Accident data analyses; Road user behavior
analyses; Modeling safet; Safety impacts’ evaluation; Safety
performance indicators; Safer road infrastructure; Controlled field
experiments; Self-explaining roads; e-safety; Vulnerable road users -
pedestrians, bicyclists, motorcyclists, children, elderly; Public transport
safety; Alternative transportation means.
The RSRC conducted research studies commissioned by the National

Transport Infrastructure Company - Netivei Israel, Ministry of
Transport, National Road Safety Authority, the Ran Naor Foundation
for Road Safety Research and other local bodies, and is involved in
European road safety activities. Examples of applied research results:
establishing a national system for monitoring road user behaviours in
Israel; a manual on infrastructure solutions for improving pedestrian
safety in urban areas; safety performance functions and decision-
support tools implemented in the Safety Management System of the
Netivei Israel Company.
Sustainable Mobility and Robust Transportation (T-SMART) Laboratory:

The Technion Sustainable Mobility and Robust Transportation
(T-SMART) Laboratory was established in 2013 with the generous
support of the Technion and the Israel Science Foundation
(ISF) Lab equipment grant. The laboratory provides the tools
and methodologies for advanced urban traffic management of
autonomous and conventional vehicles in complex coexistent large-
scale transport networks. The laboratory facilities have been utilized
in a wide range of projects. The laboratory collaborates with traffic
engineers, road authorities and municipalities in Israeli cities.
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The laboratory has two main components: the T-SMART monitoring
system and the autonomous vehicles setup. The T-SMART monitoring
system includes advanced sensors and estimates the traffic flow
performance in real-time, where currently more than 50 Bluetooth
sensors are deployed in Tel-Aviv city center, Jerusalem, and along the
Avalon Highway. The lab provides a real large-scale sensory network
to support theoretical research with real case studies, including
calibrations and validations based on real traffic data. The laboratory
also supports research on modeling and control of autonomous
vehicles by the T-SMART autonomous experiment setup, which
includes wheeled mobile robots, optical tracking camera system, and
software which serves as the platform for design and deployment.
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Faculties
FACULTI ES
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AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
The Faculty of Aerospace Engineering is a leading faculty in its field
and the sole source of aerospace engineers in Israel. Faculty members
conduct world-class (mostly sponsored) research, provide consultancy
services to the Israeli aerospace industry in innovative technologies and
challenging problems, and teach a wide range of aerospace disciplines.
http://ae-www.technion.ac.il
The Faculty’s research laboratories include: the Wind Tunnel Laboratory
complex (comprising supersonic, transonic, subsonic, and turbulence
Dean’s Office laboratories), the Aerospace Plasma Laboratory, the Autonomous
Prof. Jacob Cohen Navigation and Perception Laboratory, the Mechanics of Soft Materials
Dean Laboratory, the Aerospace Structures Laboratory, the Combustion and
Tel. +972-4-829-2308/2260 Rocket Propulsion Laboratory, the Turbo and Jet Engine Laboratory, the
dean.office@ae.technion.ac.il Flight Control Laboratory, the Distributed Space Systems Laboratory,
the Cooperative Autonomous Systems Laboratory, the Computational
Laboratory for Aerospace Structures, the Aeroacoustic Laboratory, the
Turbomachinery and Heat Transfer Laboratory and the Turbulence and
Complex Flow Laboratory.
The high quality of the academic work performed by Faculty members

and graduate students is reflected, first and foremost, by the quality
and number of scientific articles published in the best academic
venues, but also in the appointments of these Faculty members to
Israeli, American, and other international academies; their election
to governing bodies of national and international professional
associations, and their memberships on editorial boards of prestigious
scientific journals. Thus far, three Faculty members have received the
Faculties - Aerospace Engineering
prestigious Israel Prize, the highest national award, for their lifetime
achievements in aerospace sciences research.
Research and Consultancy Areas:

Fluid Mechanics and Aerodynamics Solid Mechanics Aerospace
Structures Composites and Active Materials Guidance Navigation
Control Estimation Dynamics Flight Mechanics Design Theory
Jet and Rocket Propulsion and Combustion Electric Propulsion
Aeroelasticity Aeroacoustics Trajectories Thermodynamics
Heat Transfer Optimization Flow Control Helicopters Rotorcraft
and Rotary Wings Autonomous Systems Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Space Systems and Space Mechanics Astrodynamics Sea Vehicles
System Engineering
Contact Aerospace Engineering Industrial Affiliates Program (AE IAP):

Mrs. Orly Reiss The Aerospace Engineering Industrial Affiliates Program (AE IAP) was
Industry Relations Coordinator developed to strengthen and formalize the relationship between the
Tel. +972-4-829-2674 Faculty and Industry.
ae-pr@technion.ac.il
This relationship works for the benefit of both sides by enabling the Faculty
to be more exposed and more attuned to market needs, up to date with
companies’ R&D activities, and assists the Faculty in promoting academic
research projects. At the same time, IAP members gain access to the
Faculty’s activities, its human capital – faculty members and students, and
can be exposed to relevant research achievements that may assist in the
development of new products or in upgrading existing products.
For companies that join the IAP, the Faculty offers a broad benefits
package which includes components from the fields of Research &
Development, Education & Teaching, Human Resources & Employment,
and Public Relations & Marketing.
Benefits package components listed below are the fundamental

platform for collaboration between the Faculty and the companies in
the program. The companies are more than welcome to present new
initiatives to enrich the relationship, according to the specific needs
relevant to them.
Research & Development:
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Option for joint research between industry and academia
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Confidential and reliable channel to interact with Faculty researchers
Assistance in finding relevant research partners for joint participation
in funded research projects (Chief Scientist, IMOD, European
Community)
Option for joint supervision of graduate students
Option to conduct R&D projects in the “Design Project” and “Research
Project” courses
Invitation to participate in the Faculty’s annual “Research Day”
Invitation to attend in weekly Faculty seminars, as lecturers and listeners
Option to have meetings with our researchers and to bring up acute
engineering problems
Option to include articles concerning R&D activities of the company
in the Faculty newsletter
Benefits on execution of company projects in Faculty labs
Education & Teaching:

Option to propose topics and candidacy for supervision of
undergraduate student projects
Option for company’s employees to attend faculty courses, free of
charge, without academic credit (advanced registration required)
Option to offer guest lectures by company personnel as part of
Faculty courses, coordinated with the course lecturers
Option to offer mini-courses and extracurricular lectures on the
technological topics the company specializes in
Human resources & Employment:

Option to hold an exclusive Student Recruiting Day
Advertisement of job openings on the “Industry Relations” page on
the Faculty website, Faculty’s billboards, via social networks of
Faculty’s alumni, and via direct emailing to all students & alumni
Public Relations & Marketing:

Company name & logo will appear on the IAP page on the Faculty
website
Option to advertise company activities on Faculty’s billboards, via
social networks of Faculty’s alumni and via direct emailing to all staff
members & students
Guided Tours: Option for students to have a guided tour at the
company’s facilities
Option to sponsor conferences, ceremonies, scholarships,

competitions and projects
Option to advertise in the Faculty newsletter which is distributed to
our graduates, industry seniors and Faculty staff & students
Contact Research Laboratories:

Prof. Jacob Cohen Aerodynamics Laboratory:
Head The Wind Tunnel Complex in the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering
Tel. +972-4-829-2312 consists of four tunnels: two in the incompressible subsonic range
aerycyc@technion.ac.il (Mach<0.3), one in the compressible transonic range (0.35<Mach<1.1),
and one in the compressible supersonic range (1.6<Mach<3.5). In
addition, the complex includes the Turbulence Laboratory, the water-
tunnel facility and a transonic jet. While numerous incompressible
subsonic wind tunnels can be found in the academic environment, the
Technion is one of few universities in the world with such facilities. The
wind tunnels are used for aerodynamic experimental research carried
out by faculty members, graduate students and joint projects with the
industry as well as for teaching undergraduate laboratory courses.
The instrumentation includes: Balances, manufactured in-house, for
measuring forces and moments, a Schlieren system for visualization of
flow where density gradients exist, Hot wire anemometer and dynamic
pressure transducers for high-rate measurement of velocity and
pressure, respectively, at a point and Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) for
measurement of a velocity field in a plane.
Contact Computational Laboratory for Aerospace Structures:

Assoc. Prof. Daniella Raveh The lab has three HP DL585 G7 servers, with 48 processors each,
Head intended for CPU-intensive High Performance Computing (HPC). The
Tel. +972-4-829-2263 research is numerical and involves, mainly, aerodynamic and aeroelastic
daniella@technion.ac.il simulations in designated codes.
Contact Cooperative Autonomous Systems Laboratory:

Assoc. Prof. Tal Shima The research performed in the Cooperative Autonomous SYstems
Head (CASY) lab is in the general area of guidance of autonomous (especially
Tel. +972-4-829-2705 aerial) vehicles operating individually or as a team. The scope of
tal.shima@technion.ac.il the research spans from the high-level cooperative team mission
planning (task assignment), to motion planning (guidance) with regard
to optimizing trajectories for the dynamical systems, to the problem
of trajectory-following, and lastly to the low-level control of a single
vehicle. In our research and experiments we seek to devise new
algorithms and strategies for performing these cooperative or individual
tasks and to gain insight into the interactions between the different
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levels of planning and control. The lab operates an indoor test-bed
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emulating real world complexities and constraints. It is composed of
a motion capture system, providing in real-time 6-DOF estimates for
tracked vehicles that include quadrotors and ground vehicles. CASY’s
architecture allows for the addition of vehicles in a short time at a low
cost, since no embedded hardware is installed in the vehicles. This
enables us to avoid being overly conservative during flight testing.
Contact Philadelphia Flight Control Laboratory:

Assoc. Prof. Tal Shima The Philadelphia Flight Control Laboratory serves the entire Guidance,
Head Navigation and Control (GNC) research group of the Department of
Tel. +972-4-829-2705 Aerospace Engineering. The scope of the interdisciplinary research
tal.shima@technion.ac.il performed in the lab includes high-level control objectives such as
cooperative team mission planning (task assignment) and multi-vehicle
coordination, motion planning (guidance) with regard to optimizing
trajectories for dynamical systems, trajectory-following, low-level
control objectives focused on the control of single vehicles and/or
platforms and also vision-aided single- and multi-vehicle autonomous
navigation in uncertain environments. Additional research topics
pursued in the lab are advanced flight displays, pilot-vehicle modelling
and active manipulators.
The lab operates an indoor test-bed emulating the complexities and

constraints of real-world systems. Supporting hardware for this test-bed
includes a motion capture system capable of providing real-time six
degree-of-freedom estimates for tracked vehicles such as quadrotors
and ground vehicles. A unique seven degree-of-freedom moving
platform used to mount a variety of sensor payloads has also been built
in-house. The platform, which moves freely through one of the rooms,
is suspended from the ceiling by six computer-controlled wires. The 7th
degree-of-freedom is required to allow all-attitude yaw motions. Two
high-precision three-degrees-of-freedom flight tables complement the
equipment needed for evaluating inertial and electro-optical sensor
performance.
The lab is also home to a joint Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical

Engineering Controls Teaching Laboratory, which operates eight
identical test benches containing a rotational (Furuta) pendulum driven
by a DC-motor and supporting computer software and hardware. The
lab setup, designed by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, is a
flexible and modular apparatus that allows undergraduate and graduate

students from both departments to explore various concepts related to
dynamical systems and control theory.
Contact Distributed Space Systems Laboratory:

Assoc. Prof. Pini Gurfil Distributed Space Systems Lab (DSSL) is a research laboratory at the
Head Technion, led by Professor Pini Gurfil and comprising an interdisciplinary
Tel. +972-4-829-3020 group of faculty, staff, and graduate students from Aerospace
pgurfil@technion.ac.il Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Autonomous Systems Program
and other departments.
DSSL's vision is to generate knowledge and experience that will enable

the launch of a multiple satellite formation flying mission into a low
Earth orbit within the next 3 years. DSSL is committed to performing
groundbreaking research in astrodynamics, navigation and data
processing of multiple satellite systems, as well as related disciplines.
DSSL's experimental facilities include a 4x4 meter air-bearing table,
nanosatellite models, sensors, and optical telescopes.
Contact Aerospace Plasma Laboratory (APL):

Asst. Prof. Igal Kronhaus The Aerospace Plasma Laboratory (APL) was founded in 2015 by
Head Asst. Prof. Igal Kronhaus for carrying out a program of research and
Tel. +972-4-829-2477 development of innovative miniaturized plasma devices for propulsion
kronhaus@technion.ac.il applications. APL is currently active in two areas of research:
Electric rocket propulsion for nanosatellite applications
Plasma actuators for aeronautical flow manipulation
The laboratory goal is to enable advanced understating of the plasma

processes in these devices and enable their realization. The approach to
research in APL involves a full set of activities: starting from a simplified
physical-mathematical or phenomenological model, then development
of a more realistic computer simulation and finally the design,
implementation, and testing of a specific device.
APL is part of the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering and is located in the

Asher Space Research Institute, Technion. The centerpiece equipment in
APL is the vacuum test facility, a cylindrical vacuum chamber 1.0 m long
and 0.6 m in diameter with multiple viewing ports and access ports,
capable of supporting background pressures down to 10-6 mbar. APL
is equipped with gas and power supplies to generate both DC, pulsed,
and AC and RF plasmas. A number of specialized diagnostic tools are
available, including a micro-Newton thrust balance, a fast ICCD camera
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with a gating time below 5 ns, a spectrometer, various electrostatic
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probes, and linear stages for equipment positioning under vacuum
conditions. In addition to the vacuum test facility and diagnostic
equipment the laboratory is equipped with a large workbench area to
support component level testing and assembly. The laboratory also
serves as an office space for students and research staff.
Contact Krumbein Aircraft Structures Laboratory:

Assoc. Prof. Lab Equipment:
Haim Abramovich MTS Servo-Hydraulic Machine: Three loading rigs, with capabilities
Head of 100, 250, 500 kN, each able to dictate a displacement up to
Tel. +972-4-2303/3199 150 mm, and testing of structures up to 2 m. All the three systems
haim@technion.ac.il can be controlled by force, strain or displacement of the hydraulic
piston. The control is either manual or computerized and can
include various types of functions like, random, continuously up
to 20 Hz, etc. During the tests, the data in the form of forces, strains,
displacements and temperatures can be stored for later use.
Large Scale Test Servo-Hydraulic Machine: Another MTS type

system is solely dedicated to special projects, which has
special testing need and has to be clamped to the floor of the lab.
The maximum applied load is: 100 kN.
Impact Test Machine: Impact testing of structures for damage /

destruction by shooting steel spheres having the diameter of 9 or
13 mm, with velocities up to 150 m/sec.
Capabilities:
FE simulations - NASTRAN, ANSYS, ABAQUS; Design and Performance
of Structural Tests; Dynamic Loading; Static Loading; Impact Loading;
Thermal Loading; Vibrations.
Contact Sylvia and David I.A. Fine Rocket Propulsion Center:

Prof. Benveniste (Benny) Natan The Fine Rocket Propulsion Center accommodates research activities
Head in rocket and ramjet propulsion, combustion, energy, and related areas
Tel. +972-4-829-2395 and derivatives (e.g., gel fuels and propellants, energetic materials, two
aerben@technion.ac.il phase flows, and marine propulsion). It includes three faculty members,
five scientists, about 15 doctoral and master students, and technical
Prof. Emeritus Alon Gany personnel. It has been hosting Visiting Professors, Visiting Scientists,
Tel. +972-4-829-2554 Post-Doc Fellows, as well as foreign and Technion undergraduate
gany@tx.technion.ac.il research students. The Center has a number of reinforced test cells,
specially built for static firing tests and for high pressure experiments,
Dr. Dan Michaels high pressure air and gas supply, high and low speed video cameras,
Tel. +972-50-528-2683 computerized data acquisition systems, a Malvern-Spraytech particle
danm@technion.ac.il and spray size measurement system, a DSC-TGA thermal analysis
system, PLIF (planar laser induced fluorescence) of OH and CH2O,
Rayleigh thermometry, gas chromatograph, high frequency pressure
and force sensors, and a number of specific setups such as a water tank
for marine propulsion and bubbly flow research.
Contact Turbo and Jet-Engine Laboratory:
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Prof. Yeshayahou Levy Development of low NOx Jet engine combustor, improving stability of
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Head gas turbine combustion system, the use of methanol as an alternative
Tel. +972-4-829-3807/2807 fuel, biofuels for aviation, development of acousto-optic interface for
levyy@technion.ac.il autonomous maritime vehicles, optimization of small wind turbines
for urban environment, control system for small engines, compressor
dynamics & aerodynamics, development of optical diagnostics,
sensors design.
Contact Turbomachinery and Heat Transfer Laboratory:

Dr. Beni Cukurel Turbomachinery and Heat Transfer Laboratory, supervised by Dr.
Head Cukurel, is envisioned to be the main Israeli academic entity for
Tel. +972-77-887-1962 aero-thermal research and advanced development in the field of
bcukurel@technion.ac.il turbomachinery applications. The center mainly focuses its effort on the
hot gas section of a gas turbine, consisting of the high pressure turbine.
The scientific contributions are primarily applicable towards small scale
engines, which are commonly used in distributed power generation,
business jets, unmanned air vehicles, auxiliary power units etc. In light
of more stringent emission requirements, demand for increased power
to weight ratio, the progressively augmenting durability requisites, and
critical necessity to improve cycle efficiency, the laboratory develops
technology at the frontiers of the current knowledge with advances in:
Turbine Cooling in Mini and Micro Jet Engines
Heat Transfer Enhancement in Hot Gas Section Coolant Coverage
Thermal Management
Aerodynamic - Thermal Coupling in High Speed Flows
Novel Experimental Measurement Technique Development
Contact Autonomous Navigation and Perception Laboratory (ANPL):

Asst. Prof. Vadim Indelman The Autonomous Navigation and Perception Laboratory (ANPL)
Tel. +972-4-829-3815 investigates problems related to single and multi-robot collaborative
vadim.indelman@technion.ac.il autonomous navigation and perception, with a particular focus on online,
accurate and reliable operation in uncertain and unknown environments.
The lab was founded by Assistant Prof. Vadim Indelman in 2015.
Research in the lab is highly multidisciplinary, involving topics such as

sensor fusion, SLAM and navigation in GPS-deprived environments,
robust perception, decision-making and belief space planning,
both for single and distributed multi-robot autonomous systems.
Applications span a wide range of problems in mobile aerial and
ground (indoor and outdoor) robotics. ANPL’s interdisciplinary research
group comprises staff and graduate and undergraduate students from
different departments, including Aerospace Engineering, Computer
Science and the Technion’s Autonomous System Program (TASP).
Besides office space, ANPL also includes a high ceiling testing area
that is equipped with a motion-capture system. This facility allows
conducting experiments with ANPL’s aerial (quadrotors) and ground
robots to investigate various performance aspects of the approaches
developed in the lab. The motion capture system is mainly used for
providing ground truth information as inference/estimation is performed
online, using onboard sensors (e.g. cameras, RGBD, laser, IMU). As such,
the experiments are not limited to the testing area and can be also
performed in other environments (e.g. outdoors).
Contact Aeroacoustic Laboratory:

Dr. Oksana Stalnov The Technion Aeroacoustic Laboratory carries out fundamental and
Head applied research incorporating theoretical and experimental studies.
Tel. +972-4-829-3191 The Laboratory aims to conduct cutting-edge research and advanced
oksana.s@technion.ac.il development in the field of aeroacoustics. The overarching theme of
our laboratory is an experimental approach to understanding, predicting
and controlling fluid flow and noise that are relevant to aerodynamic
and aeroacoustic applications.
The laboratory provides advice, consultancy and contract research in all

the following areas (this list is not exhaustive).
Horizontal- and Vertical-Axis Wind Turbine
Rotor noise
Landing gear noise
Feedback noise
Duct acoustics
Advanced acoustic measurements, including beamforming
We are pleased to assist in most areas of acoustics, noise, vibration, and

audio communication.
Contact Turbulence and Complex Flow Laboratory:
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Dr. Ian Jacobi The Turbulence and Complex Flow Laboratory conducts fundamental
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Head research on large-scale turbulent flows as well as small-scale multi-
Tel. +972-77-887-1685 phase flows, with emphasis on the coherent behavior of fluids along
ijacobi@technion.ac.il walls and at multi-fluid interfaces. The lab utilizes both high speed
water channel facilities as well as confocal microscrope facilities to
study these flows, and exploits techniques from both high- and low-
Reynolds number research to better understand the flow physics. The
primary applications of this research are aero- and hydro-dynamic drag
reduction, smart surface coatings, particle dispersion, and reduced-order
modeling of complex flows for use in computational simulations.
Contact Laboratory of Mechanics of Soft Materials:

Asst. Prof. Stephan Rudykh Our research focuses on the mechanics of soft materials including
Head architectured functional materials, bio-inspired metamaterials, and
Tel. +972-4-829-2547 biological tissues. We actively utilize the design rules observed in nature to
rudykh@technon.ac.il develop bio-inspired materials with a large variety of functionalities. Our
http://rudykh.technion.ac.il research profile includes the area of active materials for artificial muscles,
actuators, sensors, and soft robotics; bio-inspired flexible armor; acoustic
metamaterials; and light-weight composites with extreme mechanical
properties. Our research bridges the gap between material microstructures
and macroscopic properties. Our group uses a good mix of theory,
simulations and experiments involving advanced 3D printing techniques.
The laboratory is equipped with the new 3D printed Objet Connex 260
allowing us to fabricate architectured materials with resolution of 16 µm.
Ties with Industry:

Faculty members and their supervised graduate students perform
industry-sponsored applied research.
Faculty members provide consultancy services on a personal basis
to the industry in their areas of expertise.
Industry seminars are delivered by industry representatives as part
of the Faculty seminar series.
Leading experts from the industry supervise and mentor
undergraduate final-year comprehensive student projects.
Industry experts collaborate with Faculty members in advising
MSc and PhD students.
Industry and Faculty collaborate in organizing conferences
and symposia in various fields of aerospace sciences.
The Faculty’s Research Laboratories provide various testing
services to aerospace industries.
Faculty of Architecture and Town Planning
ARCHITECTURE
AND TOWN PLANNING
The goal of the Faculty of Architecture, since it was established in
1924, has been to be the foremost professional body shaping the built
image of Israel. Through education, research, and design leadership,
the Faculty has successfully upheld this goal for the past 92 years,
graduating thousands of professionals who literally designed and built
the State of Israel. Led by a dedicated, fully-qualified, teaching staff of
http://architecture. researchers and practitioners, the Faculty houses about 850 students
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(300 of whom are graduate students) in the fields of architecture,
landscape architecture, planning, and industrial design. In addition,
Dean’s Office through its three research centers, the Faculty is also the primary locus
Prof. Iris Aravot of research and the generator of new design and planning knowledge
Dean in Israel. The Faculty offers post-professional, mid-career, and advanced
Tel. +972-4-829-4001 degree programs in architecture, urban and regional studies, landscape
ardean@technion.ac.il architecture and industrial design. In 2014, in collaboration with the
Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, the Faculty integrated a
new master's program in urban engineering.
In 2015, the Architecture program switched to its new 6-year, M.Arch.

program, which is comprised of a 4–year undergraduate program in
Architectural sciences, and a 2-year professional graduate program. This
new combined approach is equivalent to how architects are educated in
leading universities in USA and Europe. It provides graduates with both a
broad theoretical base and deep professional knowledge, preparing them
to an ever evolving profession. Students are encouraged to specialize in
knowledge areas such as digital architecture, history- theory and criticism,
sustainable architecture, conservation and urban design.
Research Areas:
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Architecture:
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Digital Architecture/Computer-Aided Architectural Design (CAAD)
Design Research and Design Theory Sustainable Architectural
Design Intelligent Buildings Computer-Aided Architectural
Fabrication Urban Design Architectural Philosophy Architectural
Education Design with Communities Art Architecture Theory and
Criticism Deployable Structures, Spatial Structures and Shells | Design
Research, Design Theory, Design Studies History, Theory and Criticism
Biomimicry in Architecture GIS
Urban and Regional Planning:

Housing and Urban Regeneration Social and Cultural Aspects of
Planning Spatial Development and Planning Economic Aspects of
Planning Planning Law and Property Rights Infrastructure
Environment and Planning
Industrial Design:
Design and Human Factors in Healthcare Personalized Design, Design
for All (Inclusive Design) Human Factors and Design in Extreme
Environments Evidence- Based Design (EBD) Methodologies
Computer-Aided Architectural Fabrication Interactive Design and
Responsive Environments Sustainable Materials Design Thinking
Landscape Architecture:
History, Theory and Criticism of Landscape Architecture in Israel
Cultural Landscapes Sacred and Symbolic Landscapes: Natural,
Cultural and Visual Components
Architecture and Town Planning Affiliates Program (ARAP):

The Architecture and Town Planning Affiliates Program (ARAP),
established in 2013, is dedicated to the creation of cooperation between
academia and leading industrial companies in Israel and worldwide.
We believe that by establishing strong long-term relations between
academia and industry we can promote important values, focusing
on knowledge, development, innovation, leadership, and excellence.
The ARAP stimulates and supports the needs of business, industry,
and academia in applied research and development, teaching, human
resources, public relations, and advertising.
Research and Development:

Professional interaction with Faculty researchers.
Students' Final Project Course: subjecting proposals and assistant
mentors provided by company for special student projects.
Carrying out joint projects with research centers and laboratories.
Use of Faculty Laboratories - Fabrication, Visualization, GIS, Climate
and Energy, Experimental Art and Architecture.
Identifying partners for joint research proposals to the Chief Scientist
of the Ministry of Economy and the European Union.
Teaching:
Workshops, Seminars and Guest Lectures presented within the
Faculty by representatives of suitable companies.
Student competition themes by companies.
Mini-courses, seminars, summer courses and professional graduate
programs presented in the Faculty by Faculty researchers
to company employees.
Free Auditing: option for company employees to choose
specified faculty courses.
Industrial Advisory Board held once or twice a year to discuss
teaching programs, research projects, laboratories, and Faculty equipment.
Library Services: limited.
Guided Tours: opportunity for students to have a guided tour of
the company's facilities.
Human Resources:
Classified ad distribution by direct mailing, monthly Faculty
newsletter, Faculty website and bulletin boards and plasmas.
Announcements via professional conferences, seminars, awards,
scholarships, and recruiting days.
Student employment during summer projects, and hosting
summer interns.
Public Relations and Advertising:

Increasing company’s visibility: Company’s name and logo
presentation at the Faculty Academia Industry Affiliates program
web page linked by the official Faculty website.
Sponsorship opportunity for affiliate’s conferences, seminars,
competitions, projects, etc.
Sponsorship advertising announcement in the Faculty newsletter,
distributed to alumni, industry personnel, Faculty staff, and students.
Advertising firms’ activities/events: monthly Faculty newsletter,
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Faculty website, bulletin boards and plasmas.
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Exhibition presentations: in Faculty building.
Links for selected web pages/company presentations to the Faculty
Academia Industry Affiliates program web page.
Contact Visualization Laboratory (VizLab):

Dr. Meirav Aharon Gutman The Visualization Laboratory (VizLab) was established in the Fall of 2013.
Tel. +972-77-887-4033 The centerpiece of the Laboratory is a 3D immersive theater, consisting
meiravag@technion.ac.il of a 2.4 x 7.0 m screen with a 75° field of view and three high-definition
Projectiondesign® projectors. The laboratory was designed and installed
by Antycip Simulation®. 3D capacities are enabled by VizTech XL software,
which produces 3D images from software, including Rhino 3D, 3D Max//
Vrml, Virtools, SketchUp, Google Earth, AutoCad, and ArcGIS. VizLab can
host up to 20 people simultaneously for a 3D experience in which one
participant, followed by tracking cameras, can “move” through the image,
or manipulate a 3D object on the screen. VizLab is also equipped with a
state-of-the-art sound system and advanced photography equipment.
The VizLab is available to users throughout the Technion and beyond.

The Laboratory serves a broad diversity of uses including:

Investigating user experience in coastal environments under
diverse physical and social conditions.
Examining human behavior in interactive built environments
(including historical settings).
Stimulating dialogue and community participation in the future
of their physical environment.
Studying human cognition and perception during navigation and
way-finding in urban environments and large internal spaces.
Assessing the ecological, aesthetic and tourist value of open and
forested landscapes.
Empowering community stakeholders through the use of
3D visualization of urban development and architectural scenarios,
thereby eliminating the gap between professional jargon and
popular perceptions of development possibilities.
Testing movement patterns in urban environments at different times.
Participatory land use planning and architecture.
3-D study and design of objects, from as small as a pin to as large as
a building, and from inanimate objects to complex living organisms
Virtual tours of buildings and neighborhoods
Land use and architectural scenario analysis
VizLab users receive the support of trained student technicians who

accompany the user from data preparation to actual use within VizLab.
Technion Computer Oriented Design

and Manufacturing Laboratory (T_CODE):
The T_CODE is an experimental computer-oriented design research
laboratory, which supports research and education in design
computation and fabrication of new media and architecture. It
http://tcode.net.technion.ac.il includes a full spectrum of leading digital design and fabrication
tools, such as 3D scanning, 3D printing, laser cutting, and a CNC
milling machine. It supports design, rationalization, and preparation
Contact for fabrication of complex geometry, as well as 3D scanning and
Asst. Prof. fabrication in various types of materials. It allows researchers and
Yasha Jacob Grobman students to comprehend their designs more fully, as well as to
Tel. +972-4-829-4041 conceive forms they would be unable to build on their own, thus
yasha@technion.ac.il unlocking their design creativity and productivity.
Contact Center for Architectural Research and Development:
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Asst. Prof. The Center for Architectural Research and Development (CARD)
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Yasha Jacob Grobman was established in the 1970s as the research arm of the Faculty
Tel. +972-4-829-4041 of Architecture and Town Planning in areas including Sustainable
yasha@technion.ac.il Architecture (focusing on energy and lighting in buildings),
Computational Design Methods, Digital Technologies, Advanced
Building Simulation, Environmental Control, Urban Design, Housing,
Morphology, Architectural Theory, Construction Technology, Building
Technology, Re-Use of Buildings, and Work with the Community.
Some 20 Faculty members and graduate students are affiliated with
the Center, engaged in both basic and applied research. Examples of
research performed at the CARD include development of the Israeli
Standard for Energy Rating of Buildings (IS5282), which was adopted
as part of the Israeli Standard for Green Buildings (IS5281). It will
significantly help to reduce the energy consumption for air-conditioning
and heating buildings, and will help reduce the dependence of Israel on
imported energy resources. At the urban scale, many studies have been
performed to develop design guidelines for solar and wind rights. The
guidelines have been implemented in the curriculum, and published
in books and papers available to the professional community. CARD
researchers have developed novel tools, recognized nationally and
internationally, for simulating future building behavior, which can forecast
many performance aspects, including thermal comfort, lighting, heating,
cooling, and people’s behavior in buildings.
Contact Center for Urban and Regional Studies (CURS):

Arch. Shamay Assif The Center for Urban and Regional Studies (CURS) has traditionally
Tel. +972-4-829-4018 been deeply involved in the planning field. The planning field is
shamayassif@technion.ac.il basically public, but involves numerous agencies and organizations,
governmental and non-governmental; as well as private firms and a
range of supporting services. CURS has made a major contribution over
many years to the development of planning methodologies and tools
for industry. In fact, CURS has been highly influential in the development
of plans and planning policies at the national, regional, and local levels.
CURS and the Faculty of Architecture and Town Planning have
frequently initiated and coordinated major national planning efforts,
including the 2020 Master Plan for Israel, the Northern District Outline
Plan, local outline plans, and many policy documents dealing with tall
buildings, affordable housing, and water conservation.
Its extensive research in planning and land legislation has been widely
referred to in Supreme Court decisions and rulings, and has led to new
legislation. CURS is now leading the preparation of the Marine Spatial
Plan for Israel's Mediterranean Exclusive Economic Zone.
As a leading practice-oriented research center in the applied science

of planning, CURS is a hub for professional discourse and innovation. It
hosted the 2011 Annual Conference of the Israel Planners Association,
and many professional seminars and symposia. Members of CURS often
serve on public committees, both national and local. Their leading role
as members in the National Council for Planning and Building has had a
major impact on its decisions for many years.
Contact Architectural Heritage Research Center:

Assoc. Prof. The Architectural Heritage Research Center was established by
Alona Nitzan-Shiftan Professor Gilbert Herbert in the 1980s. This Center was the first
Tel. +972-4-829-4048 architectural archive in Israel, founded in order to establish a national
alona@technion.ac.il basis for architectural research. Research in architecture is typological by
nature, being based mostly on precedents.
The Technion's Architectural Heritage Research Center facilitates the

study and documentation of Israel’s built environment. It serves both as a
world-class research center and as a guiding tool for architects and official
planning bodies. The Research Center is a tribute to the founders of Israeli
architecture, to their contemporary followers, and to Israeli society at large.
The Center’s major concerns are the preservation of cultural and
historical heritage, urban renovation and regeneration, Israel's
architectural development, heritage of the Arab sector in Israel,
architectural international relationships between Mediterranean and
Middle East countries, and its regional architecture and planning.
Though housed within the Faculty of Architecture and Town Planning,
the Architectural Heritage Research Center is multi-disciplinary in nature
and national in scope.
Today aging architects and their families who wish to protect their
architectural oeuvre bequeath them to historical heritage archives on
the condition that the works will not only be protected, but will also be
made available for active research that will keep their ideas alive.
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BIOLOGY
The Faculty of Biology started as a small department that split from
the Faculty of Chemistry in 1971. During the first 25 years the Faculty
of Biology developed slowly in terms of quality and quantity, focusing
primarily on molecular and cellular biology research. After it became
a Faculty, biology was not as dominant on campus as the biology
http://biology.technion.ac.il departments at other universities. About ten years ago, the Technion
management decided to establish strong and leading Life Science
activities on the Technion campus by upgrading the Faculty of Biology
Dean’s Office to serve as the focal point for research into modern Life Sciences and
Prof. Yehuda G. Assaraf teaching efforts. One of the tools for implementing this decision was
Dean & Industrial Relations the establishment of the of the Lorry I. Lokey Center for Life Sciences
Coordinator and Engineering, founded by Distinguished Professor and 2004 Nobel
Tel. +972-4-829-3744 Prize laureate, Aaron Ciechanover. As head of this Center, Professor
assaraf@tx.technion.ac.il Ciechanover collected and implemented the essential resources and
funds for the J. Steven and Rita Emerson Life Sciences Building adjacent
to the Faculty of Biology to house modern infrastructure, technologies
and facilities in Biology and Life Sciences.
Research Areas:
Biochemistry Biophysics Biotechnology Cancer Cell Biology
Computational Biology Development Drug Discovery Ecology
Endocrinology Epigenetics Evolution Gene Regulation Genetics
Genomics Immunology Microbiology Physiology Plant Biology
Structural Biology Systems Biology Virology Zoology
Faculties - Biology
Smoler Proteomics Center:

The Smoler Proteomics Center is the national infrastructure hub for
proteome analysis. It was established by the Technion and the Ministry
of Science to facilitate direct access to state-of-the-art technologies,
instrumentation and knowhow in the fields of protein purification and
http://proteomics.net. analysis to researchers from universities, research institutes, hospitals,
technion.ac.il and biotechnology companies, from Israel and worldwide.
Contact Activities in the Center range from identifying and quantifying proteins,
Prof. Arie Admon to large-scale comparisons of proteins and their post-translational
Head modifications in healthy and diseased states. The Center offers
direct access to its technology and expertise, including protein and
Dr. Tamar Ziv peptide mass spectrometry, micro-chromatography, two-dimensional
Manager chromatography, and electrophoresis, as well as in analyzing minute
Tel. +972-4-829-3466 amounts of proteins. Three mass spectrometers are currently
tamarz@tx.technion.ac.il functional in the Center: Orbitrap, Orbitrap XL, and Q-exactive.
All three are high-resolution, high-accuracy instruments enabling
advanced proteomics. The mass spectrometers are fitted with nano-
capillary HPLC, which enables the performance of very high-pressure
and high-resolution chromatogaphy.
The Center provides services on a first-come, first-served basis, and

also for research collaborations for complex projects. Services to
biotechnology companies are performed both during the research and
development phases, as well as the quality-control phase, and include
consultation throughout the project.
Quality Control:
Analyses of synthetic peptides - sequence validation
and contamination analysis
Protein identification
Characterization of contaminated peptide
Analyzing changes in a protein (company product)
Stability tests of peptides and proteins
Comparison of product purification in different production stages
Comparison between different lots of products

Identification of the full repertoires of proteins (full proteomes,
including many thousands of proteins) present in samples, such
as cell lines, tissues, or microorganism cultures.
Quantitative proteomics - definition of the relative levels of these
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protein repertoires in different cell types, and following the changes
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in these levels in response to treatments or mutations.
Analysis of protein complexes - characterization of the interactions
between different cellular proteins, and determination of their
sub-cellular locations.
Modifications - determination of post-translational modification
patterns (including phosphorylation, ubiquitination, acetylation, etc.).
Variations - determination of the differences between similar proteins.
In recent years more than 50 biotech companies, pharmaceutical

companies, and startups have worked successfully with the
Proteomics Center.
Faculties - Biomedical Engineering
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
Biomedical Engineering (BME) at the Technion began as early as the
mid-1940s, when the body’s bio-electric phenomena were studied in
the Department of Electrical Engineering. The interest and enthusiasm
generated by this new field of studies grew so rapidly that by 1968
over 40 ongoing biomedical projects were under way at various
http://bme.technion.ac.il Technion departments. In 1969, the Julius Silver Institute was set up
to house all the Technion’s biomedical engineering research, and the
Dean’s Office interdisciplinary Department of Medical and Biological Engineering
Prof. Shulamit Levenberg was formally established, with the mission of developing a program for
Dean graduate studies.
Tel. +972-4-829-5502
Today, the Faculty of Biomedical Engineering is involved in wide-
Director of Industry and ranging research, both basic and applied. The varied novel engineering
External Relations techniques and state-of-the-art technological, scientific and medical
Ms. Tali Jacoby know-how generated by the Department have, over the years, proved
Tel. +972-4-829-4147 both useful and beneficial to Israel’s medical community.
talij@bm.technion.ac.il
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Prof. Amit Meller Single Molecule Biophysics & Nano-biotechnology
Tel. +972-4-829-3202/4143 Research interests:
ameller@technion.ac.il Biomolecular Engineering: Advanced molecular diagnostic systems;
Microscopy, optical bioengineering and super-resolution methods;
Nanopores and next generation DNA sequencing and genotyping
Single Molecule Biophysics: Translational control in eukaryotic
systems; Single molecule FRET and biomolecular dynamics; Live cell
imaging and advanced microcopy
Prof. Shulamit Levenberg Stem Cells Tissue Engineering Laboratory

Tel. +972-4-829-4810 The laboratory provides histology services for tissues and engineered
shulamitl@technion.ac.il tissues. It can assist in testing mechanical properties of tissues and
scaffolds and in feasibility research for product development.
The laboratory is equipped with advanced equipment, and uses
state-of-the-art assays for research in tissue engineering, 3D cultures,
bioreactors, molecular biology, microscopy and biochemistry.
Research interests:
Vascularization of engineered tissue constructs Engineering
vascularized cardiac tissue Flow-induced vascularization in
engineered tissue Engineering skeletal muscle tissue- as graft and
flaps for reconstruction of abdominal wall tissue Engineering a
vascular niche to support pancreatic islet survival and function and to
improve islet transplantation efficacy Spinal cord injury regeneration
Cell mechanics in 3D constructs Droplet Based Microfluidics
The Rina & Avner Schneur Type II Diabetes center Lorry I. Lokey
Tissue Regeneration Group in the Biomedical Engineering Laboratories
Prof. Shy Shoham Neural Interface Engineering Laboratory

Tel. +972-4-829-4125 Research interests:
shy@technion.ac.il Design and application of optical and acoustic neural interfaces
http://niel.net.technion.ac.il Computational Neuroscience: analysis and control of neural signals
Biomedical Optics and Acoustics: wave propagation and tissue interactions
Assoc. Prof. Amir Landesberg Molecular Cardiology Laboratory

bmamir@technion.ac.il Control and modeling in biomedical systems Intracellular control
mechanisms Electro-mechanical coupling (Excitation-Contraction
Coupling) Electrophysiology Electro-mechanical feedback
Molecular cardiology, Motility assays Cardiac mechanics

Regulation of energy conversion in muscles. Economy and Efficiency
Isolated cardiac fiber studies Molecular motility assay. Image analysis
Heart failure Cardiac assists devices
Assoc. Prof. Dror Seliktar Tissue Engineering and Biomaterials Laboratory

bmdror@technion.ac.il Cell-Compatible Hydrogels Three-dimensional (3D) Cellular
Morphogenesis Cell Therapy (Skeletal, Muscle, Cardiac) Tissue Repair
(Cartilage, Bone, Nerve) Stem Cell Mass Production Cancer Drug
Screening and Diagnostics Lorry I. Lokey Tissue Regeneration Group
in the Biomedical Engineering Laboratories
Assoc. Prof. Dvir Yelin Biomedical Optics Laboratory

yelin@technion.ac.il Miniature clinical endoscopy Advanced optical microscopy Gold
nanoparticles Applications of ultrafast lasers Laser therapy
Assoc. Prof. Eitan Kimmel Biomechanics of Ultrasound Interaction with Cell and Tissue
agreita@technion.ac.il Bio-heat and bio-mass transport Cell and tissue mechanics
Nano-acoustics medicine: Ultrasound and opto-acoustics in medicine
and biology as determined by intracellular; intra-membrane cavitation
and bubble dynamics Acoustic neuromodulation. Biomechanics of
trauma and decompression Acoustics of the inner ear
Assoc. Prof. Haim Azahari Medical Imaging Laboratory

azhari@technion.ac.il Multimodal imaging including applications of Magnetic Resonance
Imaging (MRI), Ultrasound, PET, SPECT and CT in medical imaging
Development of new algorithms and methods for image
reconstruction Image processing, information fusion and extraction
from medical images Image guided intervention and therapy
High Intensity Focused Ultrasound HIFU Thermal Tissue Ablation
Assoc. Prof. Josue Sznitman Technion Biofluids Laboratory

sznitman@technion.ac.il Biofluid mechanics Physiological flows Pulmonary fluid dynamics
Inhalation therapy Microcirculation Low Reynolds number flows
Microfluidics Experimental flow visualization Particle image
velocimetry (PIV) Particle tracking
Asst. Prof. Daphne Weihs Mechanobiology of Cancer and Wounds
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Tel. +972-4-829-4134 The lab provides services in experimental rheology and biorheology to
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daphnew@technion.ac.il characterize samples from water viscosity through gels. We specialize
http://weihs.net.technion.ac.il in working with gels, soft matter, and biological materials to evaluate
effects of time, temperature, and additives. The lab also specializes in
microscope-based particle-tracking microrheology, which can be used
to determine the structure and dynamics of small samples.
Research interests:
Mechanobiology of living cells in relation to cancer metastases
and wound healing Cancer progression and predictive prognosis
of cancer metastasis formation, through mechanobiology, structure
and mechanics of living cells Cell adhesion, spreading, and force
application on bio-surfaces as a function of external conditions, such
as drug and chemotherapeutic treatments and applied mechanical
deformations Computer algorithms, image processing, and finite
element simulations to determine mechanobiology of cell interactions
and intracellular mechano-structural evolution of cells
Asst. Prof. Netanel Korin Cardiovascular NanoMed Engineering

korin@technion.ac.il Cardiovascular Nano-medicine Microfluidics Hemodynamics
Mechano-biology Vascular Diseases Lab on chip Thrombosis
Asst. Prof. Ramez Daniel Laboratory for Synthetic Biology & Bioelectronics
ramizda@technion.ac.il Applying engineering to biology: Principles of genetic circuit
design and synthetic biology Metabolic engineering Cytomorphic
electronics; analog circuit design for modeling biochemical reactions
and biological networks Bioelectronics -Whole cell biosensors for
biomedical applications Bio-electrochemical systems for energy
applications
Asst. Prof. Yael Yaniv Bioenergetics and Bioelectric Systems

yyaniv@technion.ac.il Bioenergetics Calcium signaling Cardiac electrophysiology
Cell Biophysics Heart rate variability analysis Mathematical
modeling of the biochemical and bioenergetics signaling in the heart
Mechanical interaction of the mitochondria and the cytoskeleton
Sinoatrial node cells activity
Dr. Yoav Shechtman Nano-bio-optics Laboratory

yoavsh@bm.technion.ac.il Nanoscale optical microscopy – method development and
applications Three-dimensional imaging Computational imaging
Localization microscopy Super-resolution microscopy Single
particle tracking Single molecule measurements Signal-processing
Phase-retrieval Chromatin structure
Prof. Emeritus Dan Adam Laboratory for Ultrasound Signals and Image Processing and Modeling
Tel. +972-4-829-4140 The lab provides services to ultrasound imaging and processing:
bmdan@technion.ac.il Mapping of acoustic fields; Design and testing of novel beamforming;
Acquisition of digitized RF data (either from single crystals or from
imaging probes); Design and testing of transmit pulses; Ultrasound and
echocardiographic applications using contrast agents.
Research interests:
Design of novel beamforming methods, including planar and
diverging beams, multi-frequency phased array probes, etc.
Automation of functional processing of echocardiography clips –
selection of views, segmentation, strain measurements
Echo ultrasound Strain imaging, including Layer-Specific 2D Strain
measurements as a diagnostic tool of myocardial pathologies Contrast
ultrasound super-resolution (spatial and temporal) for enhanced
visualization of vasculature in tumors, plaques etc. Myocardial
perfusion using contrast echocardiography Image guided therapy/
surgery High intensity focused ultrasound for cardiac pacing, fat tissue
obliteration and other localized cavitation or heating based therapies
Prof. Emeritus Noah Lotan Biomaterials

noah@technion.ac.il Biomaterials : Medical and non-medical applications
Intelligent systems for drug targeting: Cancer metastases and vascular
lesions Immobilized enzymes and sorbents for biotechnological
applications Extracorporeal and fully-implanted biosystems for
metabolic support Bioengineering, biotechnology and artificial
biological systems Separation and purification of biomaterials: Process
engineering Multifunctional scaffolds for tissue engineering
Molecular electronics and biochemical assemblies as neural networks
Drug resistance: Metabolic reprograming and therapeutics
Prof. Emeritus Yoram Lanir Laboratory for the Mechanics and Function of Organs,
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Tel. +972-4-829-4113 Tissues and Cells
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bmyoram@technion.ac.il Research interests:
Basic and applied quantitative analysis of the mechanics and function
of cells, tissues and organs Theoretical and experimental studies range
from cellular mechano-transduction, through the fundamental aspects
of tissues' material properties, to pathophysiological processes
Investigating the underlying morphological, mechanical, transport and
physicochemical mechanisms, and their integration from the nano and
micro scale into the overall macro behavior Interaction of blood flow
with cardiac contraction, regulation of the coronary flow, analysis of
pathophysiological cardiological events and of their diagnosis
Dean’s Office The Rina and Avner Schneur Center of Diabetes Research:
Prof. Shulamit Levenberg The Rina and Avner Schneur Center of Diabetes Research lead by
Tel. +972-4-829-4810 Prof. Levenberg, brings together top researchers from the faculty of
shulamit@bm.technion.ac.il Biomedical engineering and the Faculty of Medicine at the Technion-
Israel Institute of Technology to seek for a cure to type II diabetes.
Dr. Galia Ben-David
Tel. +972-4-829-4150 Type II Diabetes (DM2) is one of the most important public health
bmgalia@bm.technion.ac.il challenges requiring a cure rather than preventive treatment. The
current project (in collaboration with Prof. Eddy Karnieli) focuses on the
development of a new cure for this important disease in the form of
transplantation of engineered tissue, which will provide a useful tool to
reach better systemic glucose homeostasis in DM2.
Contact Technion National Infrastructure Center for

Prof. Shulamit Levenberg Advancing Brain Imaging (TELEM):
Tel. +972-4-829-4810 The TELEM lab is part of a distributed multi-university National
shulamit@bm.technion.ac.il Infrastructure Center for Advancing Brain Imaging supported by the
council for higher education. This R&D branch was set up to develop
Prof. Shy Shoham and test high-resolution three-dimensional functional imaging and
Tel. +972-829-4125 stimulation methods in rodents. The lab includes state-of-the-art multi-
sshoham@bm.technion.ac.il photon and opto-acoustic (photo-acoustic) systems for in-vivo imaging
while a branch in the Technion medical school develops customized
Asst. Prof. Itamar Kahn coils suitable for advanced functional MRI imaging.
Tel. +972-829-5461
kahn@technion.ac.il This center enables advanced in vivo imaging and R&D in the field,
accessible to both academic and industry researchers.
The Industrial Affiliates Program (IAP):
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The Technion Biomedical Engineering Faculty’s Industrial Affiliates
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Program (IAP) is one of the faculty’s flagship development projects.
The program’s goal is to provide a platform for structured interaction
between the faculty and Biomedical Industry, to serve as a bridge to
excellence and a stage for long-term affiliations and collaborations
between academia and leading companies in the industry in the fields
of research and development, human resources and employment,
marketing and public relations, education and instruction.
The IAP Program enables the Technion community to become

more attuned to industry needs and exposes the faculty members
and students to a wide range of biomedical companies and their
R&D activities. The program provides a platform for the IAP member
companies, from which they can access to staff members and students,
and influence the research, development and education of the
biomedical engineering community.
Within the Industrial Affiliates Program any company, big or small,

may gain equal access to the faculty’s resources and carry out various
activities which will expose the company’s operations on all levels to
undergraduate and graduate students, faculty alumni and academic
faculty members. All company activities will be performed with the
support of the Faculty's academic, administrative, and technical staff.
IAP benefit package:

Following is the basic benefit package, which is the basis for discourse
between academia and the industry. Companies may suggest more
ideas and initiatives for collaborations according to their needs.

Participation in the “Research Day” in which faculty members and their
advanced students present innovative research and developments
Collaborating with students on projects for their Engineering Final
Project Course and supervise students
Coordination of joint projects with faculty laboratories
Assistance in finding partners for submission of joint research
proposals funded by the Chief Scientist and the European Union
Examination of needs in the field of Research and Development
among participating companies and creating connections to the
existing capabilities of the faculty
Teaching:
Participation in the industry leader advisory committee
Participation in conferences and seminars held by the faculty
Giving short seminars, courses and workshops exclusive to the
company
Possibility of company employees giving guest lectures at
regular courses
Possibility of company employees auditing regular courses
Human resources and employment:

Possibility of having a student recruitment day that is exclusive to the
company, once per semester
Participation in a recruitment day held in the faculty building for
several companies at once
Sending e-mail messages to students studying all degrees regarding
recruitment days, prizes and scholarships, conferences and seminars
Sending company job opportunities to students via e-mail
Publishing job opportunities on the company affiliation page (on the
faculty website and Facebook)
Public relations and marketing:

The company logo and a link to the company’s website will appear
on a webpage exclusive to the Industrial Affiliates Program (on the
faculty website)
Possibility of presenting technological exhibitions in the faculty building
Company exposure to faculty members and students of all levels
Option of publishing articles and advertisement in the faculty newsletter
Sponsorship opportunity for the annual Biomedical Engineering
Conference, alumni conferences, seminars, competitions, projects, etc.
Alumni program:
Our graduates have integrated remarkably well into Israel’s biomedical
industry. These, and other industries, have employed the department’s
graduates in key positions in research and development, production,
marketing, and medical applications. In the past few years our graduates
have become involved in many start-up companies, and more than 45%
of Israel's start-ups are in this sphere.
In addition to the biomedical industry, the Department’s alumni are found

in the foremost research institutes and academic institutions, both in this
country and abroad, where their know-how and expertise are highly valued.
The Department’s program of studies provides high quality education
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in biomedical engineering at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
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Our graduates are equipped to meet the diverse needs of biomedical
research and its industrial applications.
Joint Activities with the biomedical industry:

1. Student Projects:
2. Student visits at the Industry:
3. Conferences:
Annual Biomedical Engineering conference
The annual conference of Biomedical Engineering is organized
by the Biomedical Engineering Faculty at the Technion and the
ISMBE organization. It is held at the Congress Center of Haifa and
includes hundreds of participants from the biomedical community:
academy, hospitals and industry. It includes various fields such as
cancer detection, biomaterials and drug delivery, cardiovascular
sessions, ultrasound (diagnosis and therapy), medical imaging, tissue
engineering, biomechanics, mobile health, medical optics and
Neuroscience.
Project conference
The annual Project conference is being held at the Technion at
the end of the academic year. During the conference the students
present their work at a poster session and lectures. The industry

sponsors the winning project’s award. It is a great platform for the
industry to present the project proposals for next year.
Alumni conferences
Our Alumni conferences discuss the future of biomedical engineering
and medicine, the advances and strengths of biomedical engineering
graduates in the industry and their integration in various biomedical
industry fields.
Entrepreneurship conferences
A few conferences in the subject of innovation and Entrepreneurship
are held at the faculty with the goal of promote and encourage
students for innovation and creative thinking.
Involvement of the industry in academic courses:

Biomed companies, and IAP companies in particular, are encouraged to
take an active role in the department's academic courses.
The academic course of 4th semester undergraduates 'meeting the

industry' is based on lectures of experts from the industry such as VP
R&D, CEOs, CTOs, Product managers etc. It enables the undergraduate
students to learn more about the different fields of biomedical industry
and to be better prepared for their future options in the industry.
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BIOTECHNOLOGY AND
FOOD ENGINEERING
The Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Engineering is unique in
Israel, providing the highly skilled engineers needed for the country’s
expanding biotechnology and food industries. It offers a unique
interdisciplinary blend of courses in engineering, food science and
technology, life sciences, and biotechnology engineering. The Faculty
http://biotech.technion.ac.il/en has been transformed since a decision was made during the mid-
1980s to focus on biotechnology. Accordingly, new Faculty members
specializing in various aspects of biotechnology were recruited, and
Dean’s Office the teaching programs were revised to include a biotechnology
Prof. Marcelle Machluf specialization program, in addition to the existing food engineering
Dean specialization program. The integration is based on the biological
Tel. +972-4-829-3068/9 material common to both fields, and fits well with the many changes
deanbfe@tx.technion.ac.il in the traditional food industry, which is becoming more and more
biotech-oriented. The Faculty’s objectives are:
To enhance the leadership status of the Faculty of

Biotechnology and Food Engineering in Israel and among the
World’s top faculties in these fields.
To attract the best Faculty members and students.
To educate top-level engineers and scientists for the
modern biotechnology and food industries.
To maintain cutting-edge research, integrating scientific and
engineering aspects related to biotechnology and food.
These objectives are in line with the Technion’s vision of becoming one
of the world’s top ten universities.
The diverse activities of the Faculty of Biotechnology and Food

Engineering combine a unique blend of engineering-technology
research and aspects of life sciences and nanotechnology.
Faculties - Biotechnology & Food Engineering
Contact Research Laboratories:
Asst. Prof. Avi Shpigelman Novel Food and Bioprocessing Laboratory

Head Research Topics:
Tel. +972-77-887-1867 Food processing with emphasis on novel processing technologies.
avis@technion.ac.il The effects of shelf life on food bioactives. Food polyphenols.
The processing-structure-function relation in food systems. Food
engineering towards food personalization.
Dr. Maya Davidovich-Pinhas Lipids and Soft Matter Laboratory

Tel. +972-4-829-3346 Structure-function relation of lipid based biomaterials, physical
dmaya@technion.ac.il characterization of biopolymers and lipids, rheology and texture
analyses.
Asst. Prof. Roee Amit Synthetic Biology Laboratory

Tel. +972-77-887-1895 Decipherment of the regulatory and transcriptome codes using
roeeamit@tx.technion.ac.il synthetic biology approaches, single molecule diagnostics.
http://roee-amit.technion.ac.il
Prof. Dganit Danino CryoEM Laboratory of Soft Matter

Tel. +972-4-829-2143 Development of nanostructured carriers for drug delivery and
dganitd@tx.technion.ac.il nanomedicine; Structure-function of membrane-remodeling
http://dganitdanino.net. proteins; One-dimensional chiral self-assembly into ribbons and
technion.ac.il nanotubes; Thermodynamic and structural research of molecular
assemblies; Milk proteins, Development of CryoEM methodologies.
Assoc. Prof. Ayelet Fishman Molecular and Applied Biocatalysis Laboratory
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Tel. +972-4-829-5898 Engineering of enzymes for their use in the synthesis of chiral
afishman@tx.technion.ac.il compounds and food ingredients, structure-function correlations of
https://afishman.net.technion. enzymes, enzymes in non-aqueous media
ac.il
Prof. Yechezkel Kashi Applied Genomics and Food Microbiology Laboratory

Tel. +972-4-829-3074 Food and environmental microbiology, rapid detection of pathogens,
kashi@tx.technion.ac.il typing of probiotics and pathogens, genome evolution, evolution of
microsatellite DNA
Assoc. Prof. Uri Lesmes Chemistry of Foods and Bioactive Ingredients Laboratory
Tel. +972-77-887-1869 Physicochemical basis of human digestion, food hydrocolloids,
lesmesu@tx.technion.ac.il food delivery systems, encapsulation chemometrics and food
http://lesmesu.net.technion.ac.il personalization
Prof. Ben-Zion Levi Mammalian Cell Technology Laboratory

Tel. +972-4-829-3345 Gene regulation in innate immunity, myeloid-leukemia,
blevi@tx.technion.ac.il host-pathogen interactions
http://levilab.net.technion.ac.il
Assoc. Prof. Yoav D. Livney Food Physical Chemistry and Biopolymeric Delivery Systems
Tel. +972-4-829-4225 Physical chemistry of macromolecules in food and other
livney@technion.ac.il biotechnological systems, nano-delivery systems for health-promoting
http://biopolymeric-nano- compounds
carriers-4-health.net.technion.
ac.il
Prof. Marcelle Machluf Cancer Drug Delivery and Tissue Engineering Laboratory
Tel. +972-4-829-4916 Tissue engineering and cell based delivery: Developing platforms for
machlufm@tx.technion.ac.il cell based delivery and tumor therapy. Developing scaffolds based ECM
http://drugcelltherapy.net. for tissue engineering of the pancreas, heart, and blood vessels.
technion.ac.il Drug delivery: Development of micro and nano drug delivery systems
for cancer and neurodegenerative disorders
Gene therapy: Delivery of cDNA and RNAi to cells and tissues using
ultrasound energy and synthetic and natural nanoparticles
Asst. Prof. Esther Meyron-Holtz Molecular Nutrition Laboratory

Tel. +972-4-829-3349 Mechanisms and regulation of systemic and cellular iron distribution
meyron@tx.technion.ac.il in mammals, in health and disease
Prof. Emeritus Joseph Miltz Goldstein Packaging Laboratory

Tel. +972-4-829-2451 Packaging (Active and Modified Atmosphere), suitability of packages
jmiltz@tx.technion.ac.il for contact with food, suitability for dangerous materials and for fragile
products, evaluation of gas (oxygen, water vapor and other gases)
permeability, evaluation of mechanical and physical properties of
packages and packaging materials
Asst. Prof. Boaz Mizrahi Biomaterials Laboratory

Tel. +972-4-829-2484 Biologically inspired materials for reparative medicine, for improved
bmizrahi@technion.ac.il bioavailability of drugs and food additives, and for separation processes,
http://boazmizrahi.net. and the relationship between the molecular structure and functionality
technion.ac.il
Prof. Amram Mor Host Defense Peptides Laboratory

Tel. +972-4-829-3340 Peptide-based drug design and delivery; non-specific mechanisms
amor@tx.technion.ac.il of action; structure-activity relationships
Assoc. Prof. Ester Segal Multifunctional Nanomaterials Laboratory

Tel. +972-4-829-5071 Development of multifunctional nano-materials for sensing/
esegal@technion.ac.il biosensing, drug delivery systems, intelligent and
active packaging
Prof. Yuval Shoham Protein and Enzyme Engineering Laboratory

Tel. +972-4-829-3072 Gene regulation in Clostridium thermocellum and Geobacillus
yshoham@tx.technion.ac.il stearothermophilus, catalytic mechanism and structure function
http://shoham.net.technion.ac.il relationship of glycoside hydrolases and Amino peptides
Prof. Sima Yaron Molecular Biology of Pathogens Laboratory
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Tel. +972-4-829-2940 Food safety, molecular microbiology of food-borne pathogens,
simay@tx.technion.ac.il host-pathogen interactions, bacterial biofilms, gut microflora.
CONTACT EQUIPMENT ITEM DESCRIPTION
Prof. Dganit Danino CEVS Manual system for cryo-TEM sample preparation in a controlled
Tel. +972-4-829-2143 environment (temperature, humidity, vapor saturation)
dganitd@tx.technion.ac.il VITROBOT Automatic system for cryo-TEM sample preparation in a controlled
http://dganitdanino.net.
environment (temperature, humidity, vapor saturation)
technion.ac.il/equipment-2 Light microscope Olympus BX51 light microscope and Olympus DP71 digital camera
Prof. Sima Yaron PERKIN ALMOR VICTOR Fluorescence and luminescence plate reader
Tel. +972-4-829-2940 BLOTEK Fluorescence plate reader
simay@tx.technion.ac.il RT-PCR Real-time PCR
Prof. Ben-Zion Levi Gel imager Imaging lengths of DNA and RNA molecules
Tel. +972-4-829-3345 Inverted fluorescence microscope
blevi@tx.technion.ac.il Nanodrop
Luminometer
Assoc. Prof. Uri Lesmes LumiSizer LUM GmbH Analytical centrifugation for analysis of stability and size
Tel. +972-77-887-1869 of suspension and emulsions
lesmesu@tx.technion.ac.il Titrando 902+TIAMO Computer-controlled dual auto-titration unit
control software
Applikon MiniBioreactors and Computer-controlled fermenters
SCADA control software
Bioreactors and Fermac Simulated human colon fermentation
peristaltic controllers
Stomacker Paddle homogenizer
Assoc. Prof. Yoav D. Livney Emulsiflex High Pressure hemogenizer

Tel. +972-4-829-4225 Postnova analytics, Germany. Size exclusion chromatography (SEC) coupled to a mutli-detector
livney@technion.ac.il System includes: a 9 angle laser system for molecular weight and particle size distribution &
light scattering system (PN3609), composition analysis
refractive index (RI) detector
(PN3150), a UV detector (PN3211)
and a differential viscometer (PN3310)
Nicomp 380, PSS Santa Barbara, CA Dynamic Light Scattering combined with zeta potential analyzer
Ultrospec 3000, GE Healthcare UV-VIS spectrophotometer
DS5000 Anton Paar Density & Sound velocity measurement in liquids
Advanced instruments 3320 Freezing point Osmometer
Polytron Benchtop Homogenizer
Prof. Amram Mor Peptide synthesizer Peptide synthesizer AB433A

Tel. +972-4-829-3340 HPLC Waters separation module Alliance
amor@tx.technion.ac.il Biotec Synergy Biotec Synergy
Prof. Marcelle Machluf Cell counter

Tel. +972-4-829-4916 FACS
machlufm@tx.technion.ac.il Nikon T-2000E ECLIPSE
epifluorescence inverted microscope
with incubator setup for time-lapse imaging
Nano Sight 300
Assoc. Prof. Ester Segal DSC- differential scanning- http://segallab.technion.ac.il - used for thermal
calorimeter characterization of materials, mainly polymers
Tel. +972-4-829-5071
esegal@technion.ac.il TGA Thermal gravimetric analyzer http://segallab.technion.ac.il - used for thermal analysis of materials
FTIR - Fourier Transform http://segallab.technion.ac.il - spectroscopic technique to
IR Spectrometer identify and study chemical composition
Asst. Prof. Roee Amit Optosplit Splits microscope image for simultaneous imaging of
different fluorescent channels
Tel. +972-77-887-1895
roeeamit@tx.technion.ac.il Oscilloscope Measurement and generation of voltage signals
Fluorescence microscope Measurement of microscopic samples (bacteria) that
emit fluorescence
Gel imager Imaging lengths of DNA molecules
Nanovue Measures concentration of DNA in suspension
Assoc. Prof. Ayelet Fishman 2 Bioreactors (200 ml) - Applikon Controlled growth of microorganisms
Tel. +972-4-829-5898 HPLC-DAD and HPLC-UV (Agilent), Separation of small non-volatile molecules
afishman@tx.technion.ac.il HPLC -DAD (Dionex)
GC-MS (Agilent) Separation and identification of small volatile molecules
based on their mass
GC-FID (Agilent) Separation of small and volatile organic molecules
GC HEAD SPACE (THERMO) Separation of small volatile organic molecules from
liquid or head space
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EpMotion 5070 robotic system Liquid handling system for 96-well plates
(Eppendorf)
AKTA Prime Plus Protein purification
Food Scan (Foss) Analysis of fat, protein, water, collagen in meat samples
Karl Fischer (Metrohm) Moisture determination in samples
Kjeldahl (Foss) Protein determination in foods
Polarimeter (Optical Activity) Optical rotation measurement
Microplate reader Synergy Absorbance, fluorescence measurements
HT1 (BioTek)
Prof. Yechezkel Kashi 3130 Genetic Analyzer - DNA sequencing and genotyping - size determination
Tel. +972-4-829-3074 Applied Biosystems of fluorenyl labeled products
kashi@tx.technion.ac.il Microplate spectrophotometer Absorbance microplate reader under temperature
Eon-BioTek control at selected wavelength (200-999 nm)
Microplate reader Synergy HT - Absorbance, fluorescence and luminescence
BioTek measurements in microplate
Step One Plus REAL TIME PCR- Quantification and detection of DNA and RNA,
Applied Biosystems gene expression analysis
Nanovue plus Determining DNA and RNA concentration
Eclipse 5Oi - Microscope and Yeast tetratide dissection
micromanipulator - Nikon
Prof. Yuval Shoham Dionex-Thermo Scientific Chromatography

Tel. +972-4-829-3072 Dionex Corporation
yshoham@tx.technion.ac.il GC-HP-GC 6890 Gas chromatograph
HPLC-HP 1100 Liquid chromatograph
Stopflow- Applied Photo Spectrometer for nanosecond kinetics and CD-circular dichroism
Physics p*-180 for protein studies; characterization, stability, formulation,
structure, and more
Akta Explorer- Pharmacia LKB (GE) Protein chromatography system
Akta Basic- Pharmacia LKB (GE) Protein chromatography system
Akta Avant - Pharmacia LKB (GE) Protein chromatography system
ITC- VP-ITC Microcal Microcalorimeter
DSC- VP-DSC Microcal Microcalorimeter
2-, 10-, and 50-L fermenters Fermenter
(BRAUN-BIOSTAT MD)
French Press-SPECTRONIC Cell homogenizer
INSTRUMENTS
Prof. Yuval Shoham Anaerobic hood COY Laboratory Anaerobic bacterial growth
Products Inc.
Tel. +972-4-829-3072
yshoham@tx.technion.ac.il EMULSIFLEX C3-AVESTIN Cell homogenizer
BioTek- Synergy HT Plate reader
Asst. Prof. Avi Shpigelman Agilent LS-MS (single quad) An analytical system for the detection, identification and
system quantification of compounds with Mw < 2000 Da
Tel. +972-77-887-1867
avis@technion.ac.il Hydrostatic high pressure system A processing system for the study of the effects of HHP
(HHP), Stansted, up to 900 MPa
temperature controlled vessel
of ~300 ml
Ultra-high pressure homogenizer, A processing system for the study of the effects of UHPH
Stansted, up to 420 MPa, on aqueous systems
temperature controlled
GPC-RI-UV-MALS-Viscometer For the studies of molecular weight and conformation
quad detector system of water-soluble macromolecules
Asst. Prof. Boaz Mizrahi HPLC Waters separation module Alliance

Tel. +972-4-829-2484 Phenom ProX SEM with EDX
boazm@technion.ac.il
Fluorescence microscope Nikon Eclipse Ti
Mini Spray Dryer Bucchi B-290
Dr. Maya Davidovich-Pinhas X-ray diffractometer (Rigaku) SmartLab 3kW instrument equipped with a high performance
mid-low temperature control stage (-193 to 450˚C)
Tel. +972-4-829-3346
dmaya@technion.ac.il Rheometer (Anton-Paar) MCR302 rheometer equipped with a temperature control unit
(-40 to 200˚C), tribology cell, couette cell, and additional
measuring geometries
Texture analyzer (Lloyd) TA1 instrument equipped with 50N and 500N load cells
with various measuring geometries
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Pilot Plant Spray dryer (Niro; 10 kg/hr)
(Food Technology) Drum dryer (Escher Wyss; 50 kg/hr)
Tel. +972-4-829-2453
Fluid Bed dryer (Aeromatic; 4 kg batch)
shazman@tx.technion.ac.il
Tunnel dryer (up to 15 kg/batch)
Freeze dryer (Grenco; up to 15 kg/batch)
Agitated falling fFilm evaporator Boiling vacuum concentrator for viscous liquids
(Luwa; 25 L/hr batch type)
Falling film evaporator Boiling vacuum concentrator for liquids
(Niro; 50 L/hr continuous)
Centri Term evaporator Up to 2000 bar
(Alfalaval; 30 L/hr batch type)
Kugel vacuum evaporator (up to 40 L) Boiling vacuum concentrator reactor
2 Plate heat exchangers Pasteurization of liquids
(Alfalaval and Niro; up to 6 L/min)
Still autoclave (Stork; with temperature and
in package monitoring equipment) 50 L
Rotating autoclave (with temperature and
in package monitoring equipment) 50 L
Blast freezer tunnel 80 L
Scraped surface freezer
(Votator; 10 kg/hr continuous) 8
Tweedy mixer for dough (up to 15 kg)
Controlled baking oven
Smoking cabinet
Stephan mixer
2 Step Nozzle homogenizer (2 L/min) Up to 300 bar
Vacuum homogenizer (Herbot; 15 L batch)
Various high and low shear mixers and blenders
Various centrifuges(5 L/min)
Various grinders, crushers and Millers
Various screeners, sifters, filters
U.F filtration (0.54 square meter membrane)
FMC In-line-juice extractor
Industrial Relations Relations with Industry:

Coordinator The Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Engineering is dedicated to
Prof. Marcelle Machluf the creation of mutual cooperation between academia and leading
Tel. +972-4-829-4916 industrial companies, as part of our mission to promote mutually
machlufm@tx.technion.ac.il important values and needs of industry and academia focusing on
knowledge, development, innovation, and excellence.

Professional interaction with Faculty researchers
Students' Final Project Course: topic proposals and mentors
are provided by companies for 4th-year students
Joint Projects: laboratory services are provided by Faculty members
and their research facilities for the food industry and for the biotech /
biomedical companies
The Goldstein Packaging Pilot Plant Laboratory offers unique
instruments for assessing and designing packaging systems
Teaching:
Workshops, seminars, and guest lecturers
Free Auditor: options for company employees to choose
specified Faculty courses
Industrial Advisory Board: held once a year to discuss teaching
programs, research projects, laboratories, and faculty equipment
Human Resource:
Recruiting day: an opportunity to hold an exclusive
student-recruiting day
Announcements via professional conferences, seminars,
awards, scholarships, and recruiting days
Student employment during summer projects and hosting
summer interns

Increasing companies’ visibility: companies’ names and
logo presentations on the Faculty web page
Sponsorship opportunity for alumni conferences,
seminars, competitions, projects, etc.
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
The Faculty of Chemical Engineering at Technion is highly
multidisciplinary, including researches that work on a broad spectrum
of fields. The research areas include nano materials, drug delivery,
advanced polymers, ceramics and biomaterials, reaction engineering,
simulations, water desalination, fuel cells hydrogen generation and
http://chemeng.technion.ac.il other energy related topics.
Dean’s Office The faculty members engage in cutting edge research in the areas
Prof. Gideon Grader above and more. A testament to the level of excellence of our faculty
Tel. +972-4-829-2820/1 members is that the department traditionally receives amongst the
grader@technion.ac.il highest funding per faculty member in the whole Technion. It should
be mentioned that beyond the research, our department scores very
Industrial Relations highly in student-faculty relations. Many of our faculty win the Technion
Coordinator excellent of teaching award. Finally, the department is growing in
Asst. Prof. Avi Schroeder number of faculty members, expanding into new territories such as
Tel. +972-77-887-1953 oil and gas in general and particularly into natural gas downstream
avids@technion.ac.il processing. The growth of the department into the natural gas
processing area is strategic, aiming to provide the engineering and
Mrs. Hemda Tal research manpower that will be needed in Israel given that the gas
Tel. +972-4-829-2829 sector will flourish here in the coming years.
hemda.t@technion.ac.il
Faculties - Chemical Engineering
Our faculty has four main research fields which our members are
specialize in them:
Bio-systems and Bioengineering:

Prof. Hossam Haick Prof. Havazelet Bianco-Peled Assoc. Prof. Naama
Brenner Asst. Prof. Avi Schroeder
Chemical Processes, Catalysis, Advanced Materials and Non-carbon

Energy Sources:
Prof. Gideon Grader Prof. Daniel Lewin Prof. Yaron Paz Prof. Raphael
Semiat Prof. Dario R. Dekel Assoc. Prof. Slava Freger
Assoc. Prof. Yoed Tsur Asst. Prof. Oz M. Gazit Prof. Emeritus David
Hasson Prof. Emeritus Ephraim Kehat Prof. Emeritus Moshe Sheintuch
Polymers Science and Engineering:

Prof. Yachin Cohen Assoc. Prof. Simcha Srebnik Dr. Tamar Segal-
Peretz Prof. Emeritus Moshe Narkis
Fluid Systems, Colloid and Interface Science:

Prof. Simon Brandon Assoc. Prof. Slava Freger Assoc. Prof. Alexander
Leshansky Asst. Prof. Ofer Manor Prof. Emeritus Abraham Marmur
Prof. Emeritus Avinoam Nir Prof. Emeritus Yeshayahu (Ishi) Talmon
Contact Bio-systems and Bioengineering:
Prof. Hossam Haick Laboratory for Nanomaterial Based Devices (LNBD)

Head Research Topics: Sensors, Volatolomics, Advanced materials
Tel. +972-4-829-3087 Facilities: TD-20-GC2010-GCMS-QP2010 system
hhossam@techunix.technion.ac.il TD-20 includes an auto sampler capable of holding up to 48 sample
http://lnbd.technion.ac.il tubes. Batch processing is automatic. The samples are heated and
transferred through the gas chromatograph colon (GC2010) into the
mass spectrometer for identification of the volatile components.
Company: Shimadzu.
Prof. Havazelet Bianco-Peled Polymeric Biomaterials: Structure - Function relations

Head Research Topics: Biosystems
Tel. +972-4-829-3588 Facilities: HTBioTek Spectrophotometer SynergyTM®; Lloyd mechanical
bianco@tx.technion.ac.il testing machine equipped with a 50-N load cell
Assoc. Prof. Naama Brenner Theoretical Biophysics
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Head Research Topics: Exploratory adaptation in cellular networks;
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Tel. +972-4-829-2933 Phenotypic variability in cell populations; Social interactions of bacterial
nbrenner@technion.ac.il cells in droplets; Statistical properties of synapses in neural networks;
http://biophysics.net.technion. Psychophysics of visual perception
ac.il
Asst. Prof. Avi Schroeder Targeted Drug Delivery and Personalized Medicine
Head Research Topics: Personalized medicine; liposomes;nanoparticles; drug
Tel. +972-4-829-1953 delivery; bio-surgery; barcoded nanoparticles;protein producing particles.
avids@technion.ac.il Facilities: Dynamic light scattering (DLS) (Malvern) - particle
http://nanodrugs.net.technion. characterization (size, zeta potential, protein mobility); High Pressure
ac.il Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) (Agilent) - separation, analytical; Fast
Protein Liquid Chromatography (FPLC) (Akta)- protein purification;
Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) (TA) – Tm; Gas Chromatography-
Mass Spectra (GC-MS)(Agilent)- separation, identification; Inductively
Coupled Plasma (ICP)(Agilent) - trace elements analysis; Inverted
Fluorescent Microscope (Nicon); Plate reader (Tecan)-absorbance,
fluorescence, FRET, luminescence, controlled environment;
PCR;Incubators; Biohood;Chemical Hood;Lyophilizer; Centrifuge;SDS and
DNA gels running equipment; -80 refrigerator; Shaker; Sonicators
Contact Chemical Processes, Catalysis, Advanced Materials

and Non-carbon Energy Sources:
Prof. Gideon Grader Advanced Ceramics and Non-carbon Fuels for Energy Applications
Head Research Topics: Sol-Gel ceramic films, ceramic nanofibers and
Tel. +972-4-829-2008 non-carbon fuel combustion
grader@tx.technion.ac.il Facilities:
http://ceramicenergy.technion. Thermal Analysis: Simultaneous Thermogravimetric Analysis and
ac.il Differential Thermal Analysis (TGA/DTA) in different atmospheres;
Setaram TG92 (RT-2400oC), Setaram SETSYS Evolution (RT-1700oC).
Thermo-Mechanical Analysis -Dilatometry (TMA): Setaram Setsys
Evolution (150-1700oC)
Surface and Pore Size Analysis: Pore Size Distribution; Specific
Surface Area; Chemisorption Analysis;ASAP 2010; Micromeritics
Specific Surface Area, (BET), FlowSorp II, 2300, Micromeritics
Thermal treatment: High temperature synthesis and sintering in
oxidative, reduction and inert atmospheres (RT – 1650oC), box and
tube furnaces with flowing gases and complicated thermal profile
(CM Rapid and Carbolite furnaces)
Prof. Daniel Lewin Process Systems Engineering

Head Research Topics: Heat Exchanger Network Synthesis
Tel. +972-4-829-5672
dlewin@technion.ac.il
http://tx.technion.ac.il/~dlewin/
pse.htm
Prof. Yaron Paz Photo Catalysis and Thin films

Head Research Topics: Photocatalysis; Advanced materials; Environment,
Tel. +972-4-829-2486 water and alternative energy; Thin films
paz@tx.technion.ac.il Facilities:
https://pygroup.net.technion. FTIR, Bruker Vertex 70V. KBr BS: Detectors: DTGS, MCT; Characteristics:
ac.il Optical path under vacuum, Step-Scan option; Accessories: vertical
ATR, circle cell ATR, KBr pellets press, diffuse reflectance, thin films
grazing angle reflectance (homemade), in situ sample illumination
(UV/VIS) (homemade), temperature controlled sample holder
(homemade), in-situ photocatalytic reactor (homemade)
FTIR, Bruker Equinox55. KBr BS: Detectors: DTGS, MCT; Sources: MIR,
NIR; Accessories: IR Microscope A590, vertical ATR, circle cell ATR,
KBr pellets press, diffuse reflectance, thin films grazing angle
reflectance (homemade), variable angle specular reflectance,
variable distance liquid cell, multiple pass gas chamber,
photoacoustic detector, in-situ sample illumination (UV/VIS)
(homemade), temperature controlled sample holder (homemade),
in-situ photocatalytic reactor (homemade)
UV-Vis spectrophotometer, UV-2600, Shimadzu: Accessories:
Integrating sphere; Measures: absorption/transmission, reflection in
liquid and solids
AFM, PicoPlus, Molecular Imaging: Modes of measurements:
contact, non-contact, magnetic, current sensing, STM; Accessories:
Environmental chamber, in-situ UV-light effect (homemade)
HPLC, Agilent 1100 equipped with quaternary pump, column
compartment, DAD detector and auto sampler; Accessories: a
variety of columns
GC-MS, GC Hewlett Packard, GC HP6890; MS 5973: Detectors
(GC): FID, TCD; Accessories: a variety of columns
Q500 Sonicator, Qsonica (USA): Powerful ultrasonic processor,
Effective for many popular applications nanoparticle dispersion,
creating emulsions, cell lysis and homogenization; Power rating: 500
watts; Frequency: 20 kHz, Programmable Timer: 10 hours
Electrospinning apparatus (Homemade)
Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) apparatus (homemade)
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High Pressure reactor / hydrothermal reactor: Parr Ltd.
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A variety of photocatalytic reactors (homemade)
Prof. Raphael Semiat Desalination and Water Treatment

Head Research Topics: Desalination and water treatment
Tel. +972-4-829-2009 Facilities:
cesemiat@tx.technion.ac.il Pilot scale membrane systems: Flat sheet, tubular and spiral wound
Reverse Osmosis; Nano-filtration and Ultrafiltration. Porous media for
filtration and salt dissolution, etc.
Laboratory analysis equipment: ZetaSizer Nano S90 (Malvern, UK) -
measure size and zeta-potential in a solution and in a dispersion;
Mastersizer 2000 (Malvern, UK) Measures size from 0.02μm to
2000μm a solution and in a dispersion; Multi N/C 2100 total organic
carbon (TOC) analyzer (Analytik Jena, Germany); ContrAA®700
Atomic Absorbance (Analytik Jena, Germany)
Assoc. Prof. Dario R. Dekel Technion Electrochemical Energy based on Membranes

Head Research Topics: Fuel Cells – membranes, catalysts and full
Tel. +972-4-829-1792 electrochemical devices; anion exchange membranes (AEM); Catalysis
dario@technion.ac.il Research; Energy Materials Engineering; Flow Batteries
Facilities:
Fuel Cell Test Station – Greenlight Innovation Inc., G-20, capable of
measuring EIS and DC performance of FC with H2/O2/N2/air, in
variety of temperatures, pressures and flows
Membrane test system – MTS 740 – Scribner Associates Inc.;
measures the EIS response (including conductivity) of membranes in
H2/N2 and in a range of temperatures and humidity levels
VTI-SA – Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) with variable humidity -
TA Instruments, Q series – up to 150°C, 90% RH, with sensitivity
down to ~10 microgram
Ultra-microbalance – Radweg – Large diameter pan, extra-sensitive
microbalance, with sensitivity down to 0.1 microgram; total max. mass- 2.1 gram
Tape Caster – MTI, USA – heated from below and above the casted
film, equipped with Dr. Blade, variable speed.
Hot Rolling Press – 4" width, up to 100°C, variable speed
Assoc. Prof. Slava Freger Membranes for Water and Energy

Head Research Topics: Membrane Technology; Desalination and Water
Tel. +972-4-829-3578 Purification; Physical Modeling of Membranes; Fuel Cell Membranes
vfreger@technion.ac.ilr Facilities: Membrane test cells (dead-end and cross-flow filtration
http://freger-membrane.net. modes); Research potentiostat for electrochemical tests and impedance
technion.ac.il/facilities-and- spectroscopy
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Assoc. Prof. Yoed Tsur Electroceramics

Head Research Topics: Electroceramics; Point defect chemistry of oxides;
Tel. +972-4-829-3586 Flash sintering; Impedance spectroscopy; Development of ceramic inks
tsur@technion.ac.il Facilities: Impedance Spectroscopy, AC-measurements, DC-
http://electroceramics.net. measurements: Agilent 4294A - Precision Impedance Analyzer; Agilent
technion.ac.il 4284A - Precision LCR Meter; PS300 High Voltage Power Supply -
Stanford Research System; Biologic SP-200 Potentiostat/Galvanostat;
Biologic SP-240 - Potentiostat/Galvanostat with Booster; Biologic SP-
300 Potentiostat/Galvanostat; Gamry Reference-3000 Potentiostat/
Galvanostat; Keithley 2700 Multimeter/20 Channel Multiplexer; Keithley
2400 SourceMeter; Keithley 2400 SourceMeter; Keithley 2635A
SourceMeter; Keithley 2260B-800-2 720W Power Supply; Dilatometer
DIL801; Dilatometer DIL802; Carbolite Furnace Tmax = 1500;
Brookhaven ZetaPALS for particle size and zeta potential measurements
Asst. Prof. Oz M. Gazit Laboratory for Heterogeneous Catalysis and Advanced Materials
Head Research Topics: Heterogeneous catalytic materials; Solid adsorption
Tel. +972-4-829-3562 materials; Composite materials. Methane activation reactions to fuels
Ozg@technion.ac.il and chemicals; Upgrading of biomass derived molecules
Facilities: Setaram Labsys Evo TGA/DSC (RT-1500oC) coupled to a Hiden
QGA-MS; Chemisorption Micromeritics ASAP 2920 coupled to a Hiden
QGA-MS; Physisorption (Micromeritics 3Flex); In-situ high temperature
(900oC) gas phase FTIR; Shimadzu HPLC with RI and PDA detectors;
Supercritical CO2 dryers (25 ml)
Prof. Emeritus David Hasson Membrane Separation Processes, Desalination

Tel. +972-4-829-2936 and Water Treatment Technologies
hasson@technion.ac.il
Prof. Emeritus Ephraim Kehat Analysis of Industrial Processes

Tel. +972-4-829-2935
cerekek@technion.ac.il
Prof. Emeritus Chemical Reaction Engineering and Environmental Catalysis
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Moshe Sheintuch Research Topics: Membrane reactors; Pure hydrogen production;
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Head Engines powered by reforming products; Reactor dynamics
Tel. +972-4-829-2823 Facilities: AutoChem 2920 – Automated Catalyst Characterization
cermsll@technion.ac.il System (micromeritics): Analysis types:Temperature Programmed
Desorption, Temperature Programmed Reduction, Temperature
Programmed Oxidaiuon, Pulse Chemisorption Analysis, Langmuir
Surface Area analysis, Total Pore Volume Analysis, Additional Uses of
AutoChem 2920: Catalyst pretreatment, Temperature programmed
Reaction, Isothermal Reaction; GC Trace Ultra- Gas Chromatography
Contact Polymers Science and Engineering:
Prof. Yachin Cohen The Relation between Processing, Microstructure, Properties

Tel. +972-4-829-2010 and Function in Polymer Systems, in the Solid, Gel, Colloid
yachinc@technion.ac.il and Solution States
Research Topics: Cellulose processing: hydrogels, aerogels, emulsions
and hydrolysis; Conversion of biomass to bio-fuels; Dispersion
and processing of polymer-nanoparticles composites, including:
carbon nanotubes, graphene and metals and metal oxides; Ultra-
light-weight foams and nanocomposite foams; High performance
composite materials by fiber compaction; Organized microstructure
in amphiphilic systems and polymer-surfactant interactions; Block
copolymer structure and deformation
Facilities: Simultaneous small- and wide-angle x-ray scattering (SAXS/
WAXS): [Rigaku-Molecular Metrology] comprised of a sealed tube
generator with microfocus graded mirror optics [Philips-Osmic] and
3-pinhole collimation with a 2 dimensional wire detector [Gabriel]
for SAXS and image plate [Fuji] for WAXS; Sample holders available for
solids, liquids and gels, with temperature controllers covering ranges
from liquid nitrogen to 300°C
Assoc. Prof. Simcha Srebnik Polymer and Biopolymer Science

Head Research Topics: Epoxy composites; Molecular imprinting; Protein folding
Tel. +972-4-829-3584 Facilities: Computational polymer physics lab
simchas@technion.ac.il
Dr. Tamar Segal-Peretz Laboratory of Functional Nanostructures and Advanced Imaging

Tel. +972-4-829-3565 Research Topics: Polymer-based functional nanostructures; Block
tamarps@technion.ac.il copolymers self-assembly and directed-self assembly for advanced
lithography and nanofabrication; Three-dimensional characterization of
nanostructures using TEM tomography; Growth processes of inorganic
materials inside polymer films
Facilities: Atomic layer deposition; Glove box; Polymer synthesis and
thin film fabrication facilities; Work closely with the Electron Microscopy
Center-FEI Talos TEM with room temperature and cryo tomography
capabilities and low dose imaging
Prof. Emeritus Moshe Narkis Polymers and Plastics

Head Research Topics: Polymer science and technology
Tel. +972-4-829-2937 Facilities: TA 2050 Thermal Gravimetric Analyzer (TGA); Mettler DSC-30
narkis@tx.technion.ac.il differential scanning calorimeter; Dynamic mechanical thermal analysis
http://plast.technion.ac.il (DMTA – Perkin Elmer series 7); AR 1000-N TA Instruments parallel plate
rheometer; Arburg injection molding; Brabender plastograp; Brabender
twin-screw extruder; Instron 2050 tensile machine
Contact Fluid Systems, Colloid and Interface Science:
Prof. Simon Brandon Computational Analysis of Transport and Interfacial Phenomena

Tel. +972-4-829-2822 Research Topics: Crystal growth science and technology;
cersbsb@technion.ac.il Electrochemical systems; Wetting phenomena
Assoc. Prof. Slava Freger Membranes for Water and Energy

Head Research Topics: Advanced Characterization of Membranes; Novel
Tel. +972-4-829-3578 and Modified Membranes for environmental and energy applications;
vfreger@technion.ac.ilr Fouling and Biofouling Phenomena
http://freger-membrane.net. Facilities: Fourier Transform InfraRed (FTIR) equipped with ATR (Diamond
technion.ac.il/facilities-and- and Ge crystals); Atomic Force Microscope (AFM), max scan range 90X90
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micrometers; Electrokinetic analyzer for solid surface analysis (SurPass,
Anton Paar); Quartz Crystal Microbalance with dissipation (QCM-D);
Optical Microscope; Drop shape analyzer (Contact angle) – DI water only
Assoc. Prof. Alexander Leshansky Complex Fluids and Microflows

Head Research Topics: Fluid dynamics; Transport phenomena; Complex fluids;
Tel. +972-4-829-3502 Microfluidics; Colloids and Interfaces
lisha@tx.technion.ac.il
https://chemeng.technion.ac.il/
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Asst. Prof. Ofer Manor Small Scale Transport
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Head Research Topics: Colloid and Interface Science; Catalysis; Process
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Tel. +972-77-887-1734 system engineering; Transport phenomena
manoro@technion.ac.il Facilities: Scanning Laser Doppler Vibrometer MSA-500 Micro System
https://chemeng.technion.ac.il/ Analyzer; Upright Microscope Eclipse Ni-E; Nikon; Inverted Microscope
small-scale-transport Eclipse TI-S/L, Nikon; HAMEG HMO3000 Digital Oscilloscope, Rohde &
Schwarz; RF and Microwave Signal Generator, Rohde & Schwarz; BSA
500 kHz… 1000 MHz Solid State Amplifiers, BONN Elektronik; Expanded
Plasma Cleaner, Harrick Plama; Q500 Sonicator, Qsonica (USA); QCA
15Pro Video-based angle optical contact angle measuring instruments,
Dataphysics company
Prof. Emeritus Interfacial Phenomena

Abraham Marmur Research Topics: Colloid and Interface Science; Thermodynamics
Head
Tel. +972-4-829-3088
marmur@tx.technion.ac.il
Prof. Emeritus Avinoam Nir Multiphase Dispersed Fluid Systems

Head Research Topics: Fluid mechanics; Transport phenomena
Tel. +972-4-829-2119
avinir@tx.technion.ac.il
Prof. Emeritus Yeshayahu Complex Liquids, Nanostructure and Macromolecules

(Ishi) Talmon Research Topics: Research Topics: Complex Liquids; Soft Materials;
Head Nanostructured Biosystems; Colloid and Interface Science
Tel. +972-4-829-2007 Facilities in the Laboratory for Electron Microscopy of Soft Materials:
ishi@tx.technion.ac.il an FEI Talos 200C, a new high-resolution, field-emission gun (FEG)-
http://talmon.net.technion.ac.il equipped cryo-TEM, with a demonstrated resolution of 0.12 nm; FEI
Tecnai T12 G2 cryo-transmission electron microscope; Zeiss Ultra plus
cryo-high-resolution scanning electron microscope (HR-SEM) with a
Bruker EDS system; Olympus BH2 light microscope with a Nikon DS-
F12 CCD camera; CEVS - Controlled Environment Vitrification System
for cryo-EM specimen preparation; Leica EM BAF 060 Freeze-Fracture-
Replication and cryo-SEM specimen preparation system, Leica EM UC7
cryo-microtome system
Relations with the Chemical Industry:

The researchers of the Faculty of Chemical Engineering are involved
in various ways and in all aspects with the Israeli chemical industry,
and also with companies abroad. The cooperation includes research
programs in direct cooperation with a wide range of companies,
indirectly with the help of governmental institutions, start-up companies
that were founded by our Faculty members, services based on available
equipment, and consulting on a personal basis by individuals.
The range of companies involved is wide, and includes companies in the

petrochemical and polymer industries, minerals, energy, agrochemical
and fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and biomedicine,
water and desalination, electronics and advanced materials, and the
security industry. Our former students are active in all these industries.
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CHEMISTRY
The Faculty of Chemistry is a vibrant academic unit, with dynamic
research and teaching programs, active Faculty members, and modern
research laboratories and facilities. It spans the full spectrum of
disciplines within chemistry – physical, analytical, inorganic, organic,
biochemical, and theoretical; and overlaps the associated fields
http://chemistry.technion.ac.il of physics, materials sciences, biology, medicine, electronics, and
nanotechnology.
Dean’s Office The Faculty is divided in two divisions:

Prof. Noam Adir The Division of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry comprises 11
Dean research groups. Their scientific interests and activities encompass
Tel. +972-4-829-3747/27/3664 general fields of organic, inorganic, bio-organic, bio-inorganic, catalytic,
chdean@ch.technion.ac.il theoretical, supramolecular, polymer, and materials chemistry.
http://chemistry.technion.ac.il/
deans-message
The Division of Physical, Theoretical and Analytical Chemistry
comprise 14 research groups that apply a variety of theoretical and
Industrial Relations experimental techniques to elucidate the molecular nature of materials.
Coordinator Many of the studies carried out in these laboratories are interdisciplinary
Ms. Meytal Bar-On in nature, belonging to the overlapping realms of materials science, life
Tel. +972-4-829-3727 sciences, energy research, solid state, and nanomaterials.
meital.b@ch.technion.ac.il
Faculties - Chemistry
Ties with Israeli Industry:

The interaction between the Faculty and industry may be divided into:
Direct sponsored research of Faculty members by industry
Sponsored research of joint projects between academic groups
and industry by governmental institutions
Start-up companies in which academic staff are involved
Consultancy work provided to industry by some of our
Faculty members
Patent applications and commercialization
Service provided to industry by our general service
research laboratories
Some Faculty members have research directly sponsored by

Israeli industries, such as Teva Pharmaceutical Company, and SCD
Semiconductor Devices. In these cases, very focused applied research
is carried out in collaboration with industrial programs, with financial
support provided from the industrial side.
Some academic staff members are associated with large government-

sponsored academic-industrial research through various programs, such
as Magnet, Nofar, and Magneton. In these cases, several industrial partners
and academic groups join a large project that has several research and
development aspects. Industrial partners in these large projects include, for
example, Intel, Tower, SCD, Rafael, Teva, ELOP, 3GSolar, and others.
Several academic staff members have founded start-up companies

based on research and patents developed within the Technion. Several
of these start-up companies were successful.
All our general service research laboratories (NMR, MS, XRD, and the Surface
Analysis and Characterization Laboratory) provide service work for various
industries (mostly chemical and pharmaceutical) and research laboratories
within and outside the Technion. In these cases, the service is carried out at
predefined rates. Finally, our glassblowing workshop and machine shop also
do occasional work for external users at predefined rates.
Technical Services:
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The Faculty’s technical services are organized in the machine,
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electronic, and glassblowing units. Our machine shop provides design,
manufacturing, and technical support services for the Faculty’s laboratories,
for other Technion faculties, and for external clients.
Our highly skilled technicians possess extensive experience in

manufacturing prototypes of experimental apparatus and separate
precision parts according to special specifications, using diverse materials
including plastics, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and refractory metals.
The machine shop also provides repair, maintenance, and modernization
services for existing scientific instruments and experimental equipment
in research laboratories. The scope of the shop’s facilities allows the
production of a wide range of components, from precision parts to
large experimental apparatuses for many important applications, such
as cryogenics, processes in high and ultra-high vacuum, optical and
laser spectroscopy, chemical reactors, and systems and components for
nanotechnology research and magnetic resonance.
General Research and Service Laboratories:

Chemical and Surface Analysis Laboratory:
The Chemical and Surface Analysis Laboratory offers a wide range
of characterization techniques, together with highly skilled expert
personnel. This facility serves all Technion researchers, and other
http://chemistry.technion.ac.il/ research institutes (universities and colleges), as well as industry.
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The Laboratory’s main equipment includes:
Horiba (LabRAM HR) micro-Raman system Veeco (Dimension 3100)
Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) ESCAN (Vega-II) Scanning Electron
Microscopy (SEM) Thermo Scientific CHNS Analyzer (Flash2000)
Bruker (Tensor 27) Fourier Transform InfraRed (FTIR) Shimadzu
(UV-1800) Spectrophotometer Jobin Yvon (Fluorolog-3) Fluorometer
for monitoring fluorescence of samples at wavelengths of 280 to 900
nm, and temperatures from -170°C to 90°C CEM Cop. (Discover)
microwave reactor
The Laboratory is managed by a PhD engineer in physical chemistry.

Faculties - Chemistry
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Laboratory:

The goal of Technion's High-Resolution Magnetic Resonance Center
(HR-MRC), housed in its natural place within the Schulich Faculty of
Chemistry, is to provide service via its modern instrumentation to more
than half-a-dozen Technion departments covering a wide scope of
http://nmrlab.technion.ac.il multi-disciplinary research interests. This first-rate facility provides access
to modern NMR spectrometers, five Bruker Avance spectrometers
with proton operating frequencies ranging between 200 to 600 MHz,
including fully automated 400 MHz Bruker Avance-III spectrometer with
a sample changer. The instrumentation available is capable of running
most experiments of interest to the research chemist. The broad range of
experiments including 1D and 2D NMR for multiple nuclei (1H ,2H, 13C, 15N,
19F, 31P, 29Si, 103Rh …), high and low temperature measurements, kinetics,
diffusion, etc. The Laboratory is managed by two full-time, professional,
PhD-level spectroscopists. Graduate students and post-docs are trained
and independently operate the spectrometers. Researchers have 24-hour
open access to the MRC and can reserve instrument time via an on-line
scheduling system, or opt for the fully-automated spectrometer with
sample changer which delivers the results over the network. In addition,
spectrometer time is allocated in favor of the hundreds of undergraduate
students going through the Faculty of Chemistry teaching laboratories.
The Faculty of Chemistry is also the home of the research laboratory

of Prof. Schmidt whose scientific activity centers on solid state NMR
spectroscopy of materials and biomaterials. This lab operates three solid
state NMR spectrometers [Bruker Avance-III 300 and 500 MHz and a
Chemagnetics-Agilent 300 MHz] which are
equipped with a variety of triple- and double-
resonance MAS (magic angle spinning) probes,
including high- and ultrahigh-speed capable
of sample spinning up to 60 kHz exhausting
state-of-the-art NMR capabilities. Through the
support of a professional PhD spectroscopist
this research lab allocates part of the time to
assist Technion labs as well as out-of-Technion
organizations.
Mass Spectrometry Laboratory:
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The Mass Spectrometry (MS) Laboratory provides method development
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and consultation services for elemental analysis for research faculty, staff
members, and students at the Technion.
The laboratory has several state-of-the-art instruments:
Waters Micromass LCT Premier (TOF) coupled to an HPLC.

The instrument is an easy to use bench-top mass spectrometer that
utilizes a high-resolution time-of-flight (ToF) analyzer to enable exact
automated mass measurements. The ToF analyzer utilizes W-Optics,
a novel method for enhancing resolution, which provides up to
10,000 FWMH resolution.
Waters MALDI-TOF MS System, featuring the MALDI micro-mass

spectrometer, offers automated sample processing and MALDI target
spotting, allowing for unattended operation and increased
throughput and reproducibility.
Waters AutoSpec Premier™ is the latest development in magnetic

sector technology. It incorporates the Waters unique EBE, double-
focusing geometry with extra wide gap magnet of the proven
Ultima NT system, providing an unmatched combination of high
sensitivity, high resolution, and low background noise. The AutoSpec
Premier forms a powerful platform for high-resolution selected ion
recording applications, such as dioxin, polychlorinated biphenyls
(PCBs), polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), or drugs of abuse
analysis.
Bruker-QTOF-II, enabling techniques of LC-MS, GC-MS, MS-MS,

high-resolution MS with various modes of ionization.
Positions Available: X-ray Crystallography Laboratory:

http://chemistry.technion.ac.il/ This laboratory has two X-ray machines, including a Nonius KappaCCD
vacant-positions diffractometer. The services are provided by a PhD-level professional.
In addition, we post classified ads for open positions (industrial and

academic) on our website.
Faculties - Civil & Environmental Engineering
CIVIL AND ENVIRONMENTAL

ENGINEERING
The Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering in its current structure
was established in 2002 by the merger of two veteran academic units, the
Faculty of Civil Engineering and the Faculty of Agricultural Engineering.
The Faculty of Civil Engineering was the first academic unit of the
Technion when it opened its doors in 1924. The Faculty of Agricultural
http://cee.technion.ac.il/eng/ Engineering was established in 1952 by Professor Walter Clay Lowdermilk.
index.asp Both faculties were inspired by the vision of settling Israel and developing
the science and technology required for its transformation into a modern
Dean’s Office
country. At this time, the country had a pronounced need for the
Prof. Oded Rabinovitch
housing and infrastructure that would support its economic growth and
Dean
quality of life, while preserving its natural resources.
Tel. +972-4-829-3066
deansecr@technion.ac.il
The Faculty is committed to providing high-level engineering support
for projects. As a result, a range of support units, such as service
Industrial Affiliates
units and testing laboratories, were developed and accredited as
Program
national laboratories. These laboratories have since made impressive
Director
achievements, recognized in Israel and abroad, and support Israeli
Tel. +972-4-829-2363
industries. Further, the Faculties of Civil and Agricultural Engineering
have thrust Israel to the forefront in fields such as housing, water supply
and management, and advanced agriculture and environmental issues.
The 2002 union, and the subsequent founding of the unified Faculty of
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Civil and Environmental Engineering, was accompanied by structural
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changes and modernization of educational programs.
Several research centers were established or upgraded, including the National

Building Research Institute, the Transportation Research Institute, the
Grand Water Research Institute, and the Agricultural Engineering Research
Center, in which faculty members play a major role. Together with
addressing industries and national needs, these centers have enhanced
the opportunities and activities available to MSc and PhD students.
The faculty is composed of three autonomous divisions. This structure

enables a reasonable balance between the need to specialize in
the various disciplines of civil and environmental engineering, and
maintaining a mechanism that can foster cooperation across divisions
in research and teaching.
Structural Engineering and Construction Management Division:

Research Areas:
Structural Engineering Construction Management Building Materials
and Technology Physical Performance Geotechnology
http://cee.technion.ac.il/eng/ Many Faculty members of the Division conduct research within the
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National Building Research Institute (NBRI):
NBRI research and development activity is based mainly on sponsored
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research, and covers the four main domains mentioned above, and
Assoc. Prof. Yehiel Rosenfeld
interactions between them.
Head
Tel. +972-4-829-2248
Research areas include:
roseny@tx.technion.ac.il
Structural earthquake resistance, impact and blast response of
structures, penetration processes in structural and geotechnical
Ms. Anat Avital
systems, innovative methods for structural repair, structural
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behavior of repaired structures, building information modeling, lean
Tel. +972-4-8292-2423
construction, safety in the construction process, forming systems
Fax. +972-4-832-4534
and equipment for construction, quality assurance and control,
nbri@tx.technion.ac.il
utilization of industrial by-products in building materials, durability of
building materials, microstructure of cementitious materials, energy in
buildings, heat and mass transfer in buildings, integrated performance
of the building envelope, sustainability of the built environment,
earthquake engineering and seismic behavior of soils, and soil-

structure interaction.
NBRI has a long-standing collaboration with industry, assisting Israeli

manufacturers and builders in the investigation of innovations, and in
studying basic issues related to their products or processes. It provides
testing services when other laboratories are not equipped to do so, but
does not engage in standard testing and certification.
NBRI facilities include a large testing hall with a massive and strong
test floor and, in addition, the following specific main laboratories:
Testing Hall and Structural Engineering Laboratory Impact Laboratory
Building Materials Laboratory Thermal and Energy Laboratory
Radiation Safety in Construction Laboratory Seskin Virtual
Construction Laboratory
Environmental, Water and Agricultural Engineering Division:

Research Areas:
Water resources Hydraulic engineering Environment Air quality
Agriculture
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Laboratories at the Agricultural Engineering Complex:
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Laboratory Soil Chemistry and Fertility Laboratory Agro-biology,
Soil Chemistry, and Soil Physics Laboratory Seidel Flow
Measurement Laboratory Subsurface Hydrology and
Hydrogeophysics Laboratory Irrigation Laboratory Environmental
Fluid Mechanics Laboratory The Ecological Garden Technion PIV
Laboratory at the IUI in Eilat
Environmental Laboratory Complex (Grand and Sherman Buildings):

The Environmental Science and Engineering Teaching and Research
Laboratory Complex is a recent collaborative effort of the Faculty of Civil
and Environmental Engineering and the Grand Water Research Institute.
Laboratories within this complex:

Environmental Chemistry Laboratory Environmental Biotechnology
Laboratory Aquatic Chemistry Laboratory Molecular Microbiology
Laboratory Analytical Water Chemistry Laboratory Environmental
Microbiology Laboratory
Faculty members conduct their research
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in one of these research centers:
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Environmental and Water Resources Engineering Research Center
National Center for Research in Coastal and Marine Engineering- CAMERI
Research Center in Agricultural Engineering
Contact Environmental and Water Resources Engineering

Prof. Ori Lahav Research Center:
Head Water is at the core of the human activity, and as such receives
Tel. +972-4-829-2191 the highest attention in the division of water, environment, and
agori@tx.technion.ac.il agricultural engineering. Key activities are related to understanding
and development of processes for treatment of drinking or irrigation
Mrs. Koral Hirshberg waters from various natural and artificial sources, and the treatment of
Secretary domestic and industrial effluents. This includes primarily chemical and
Tel. +972-4-829-2620 biological processes related to treatment of water and wastewater.
Fax. +972-4-829-5696
agrengn@technion.ac.il The core business of this center is the study of the dynamics of water
flow through natural and artificial conduits, and the engineering of
efficient water delivery systems and marine structures, which are all
related through the general field of fluid mechanics.
A variety of tools (analytical and computational) are used to study source

apportionment identification transport, and deposition of atmospheric
particles. Advanced electron microscopy techniques have been developed
and applied to characterize individual atmospheric particles, using
morphology and elemental composition of single particles.
Research Areas:
Water and Wastewater Processes Water and Marine Systems
Environmental Microbiology Water Resources Systems Aquatic
Chemistry Air and Atmosphere Computational Fluid Dynamics
Air-Sea Interaction Enviromatics Sustainable Water and Energy
Contact CAMERI – Coastal and Marine Engineering Research Institute:

Tel. +972-4-829-2957 The main objectives of CAMERI are to provide applied research services,
Fax. +972-4-822-7661 basic know-how and model testing of coastal and marine structures
sea21@cameri2.technion.ac.il and facilities; and to advance knowledge and technological expertise
in the various disciplines of marine engineering. CAMERI operates
as a business company, which belongs to the Technion and to the
Israel Ports Company. The Board of Directors of CAMERI includes
representatives form the Technion and from the Israel Ports Company.
The staff of nine includes six research engineers, technicians, a

secretary, and an accountant.
CAMERI performs basic and applied research projects in areas of coastal

and marine engineering, such as: wave measurements and processing,
near shore wave transformation, sand transport and beach morphology,
harbor agitation and ship mooring studies, marine and coastal
structures model testing, and towing tank model testing.
Some of the projects carried out during the last few years are physical
and mathematical models for the development of Haifa (Carmel)
and Ashdod (Hayovel) ports (Israel Ports Company), cooling water
circulation mathematical modeling (Israel Electric Corporation), Sand
transport and beach morphology numerical modeling for Artificial
Islands study (Ministry of Infrastructures).
CAMERI measures waves offshore Haifa and Ashdod (directional

measurements) continuously since 1992 and holds the major processed
database of wave climate along the Israeli cost.
Laboratories:
Wave Basin 53×24×0.9m equipped with wave generators Towing tank
Wave Flume 45×2.4×1.5m equipped with wave generator
The laboratories are equipped with computerized control for real

sea simulation, ship models for mooring tests, wave gages, and high
sampling rate pressure gages.
Contact Agricultural Engineering Research Center:

Prof. Ori Lahav Modern agriculture is no longer limited to the development of cultivation
Head tools, but focuses on automation and control, advanced local and
Tel. +972-4-829-2191 remote sensing, precision, post-harvest treatment of biological materials,
agori@tx.technion.ac.il machine-soil interaction, energy-efficient development, and other topics.
The Agricultural Engineering group deals with various topics related to
Mrs. Koral Hirshberg mechanics and sensing in classical agricultural engineering, and all fields of
Secretary environmental engineering and water systems.
Tel. +972-4-829-2620
Fax. +972-4-829-5696 Research Areas:
agrengn@technion.ac.il Automatic Control in Environmental, Water, and Agricultural Engineering
Monitoring of Agro-Biological Systems Post-Harvest and Biomaterial
Properties Machine-Soil Interaction Off-road Mobility Field
Machinery Robotics in Agriculture and Civil Engineering
Transportation and Geo-Information Division:
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Road Safety Road and Pavement Engineering Transportation, Land
Use Planning and Transportation Economics Traffic Engineering and
Control Surveying and Geodesy Cartography and Mapping
http://cee.technion.ac.il/ Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing
eng/Templates/showpage.
asp?DBID=1&LNGID=1&TMID
=84&FID=221 Laboratories:
Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) laboratory:
Contact The immense advancements in surveillance and communication
Ms. Aliza Blasberg technologies in recent years increasingly make ITS applications, which
Tel. +972-4-829-2361 rely on these technologies, essential and central tools to improve road
aliza@technion.ac.il safety, environmental impacts, management of transportation systems
http://cee.technion.ac.il/eng operations, and efficient use of infrastructure.
The ITS research laboratory focuses on the development, testing and

evaluation of various innovative technologies in these application areas.
The laboratory includes three main components that supplement
each other in the types of data that can be acquired and the
research to be supported by it: (i) A driving simulator that can collect
detailed information on the vehicle control and driving behavior of
individuals in a wide range of scenarios and conditions and simulate
the performance and efficiency of ITS technologies. (ii) Dynamic
spatial sensing equipment that collects data on the higher-level travel
behavior decisions and spatial distributions of activities of individuals.
(iii) Advanced traffic management test bed that receives data from the
real-world surveillance system the same way these inputs are received
at the actual traffic management center (TMC). The information that
arrives in a TMC commonly covers an entire metropolitan area, and so
this testbed is useful for development and testing of ITS applications at
the system level.
Road and Soil Laboratory:

The laboratory is used for research and teaching in the fields of rigid
and flexible pavements, and testing pavements materials and structures.
The lab is equipped with several instruments for conducting materials
characterization tests. In addition, a hydraulic instrument was installed in
the lab for advanced tension, pressure, and period loading tests. Several
specialized software systems, which are used by students in advanced
courses, are available in the computer laboratory.
Geographic Information Systems Laboratory:

Geographical Information Systems, also known nowadays as
Geographical Information Sciences (GIS), is a computer-based
information technology that acquires stores, analyzes, and retrieves
geographic or spatial information. The goal is achieving accurate and
up-to-date data that describes the real world. GIS has been successfully
used for many years in a wide number of professional contexts, in
planning, infrastructure, environment, transport, communications, land-
ownership, cartography, location-based services and route optimization.
Many computer geospatial databases that can be directly entered into a

GIS are being produced by governmental agencies as well as by private
companies and nonprofit organizations. One of the main issues in GIS
is how to collect the geospatial information from the different sources
(field surveying, aerial or satellite imagery, aerial or terrestrial laser
scanning, existing maps and digital files, and more) and fuse them into a
unified, accurate, and updated database.
GIS has traditionally dealt with data in the two-dimensional plane, but in
recent years there have been significant developments in the direction
of three-dimensional data handling, representation, and analysis.
By combining layers of spatially referenced data within Geographic
Information Systems with aerial or satellite images obtained via remote
sensing, computer mapping technology has become a powerful
decision-making tool. From military planning to natural resource
management to civil engineering projects, geospatial technologies
have changed the face of mapping and broadened job prospects across
public and private sectors. The Faculty of Civil and Environmental
Engineering have trained most GIS experts in Israel.
Photogrammetry Laboratory:
Photogrammetry is a measurement technology in which the three-
dimensional coordinates of points on an object are determined by
measurements made in two or more photographic images taken from
different positions. The technique is used in different fields, such as
topographic mapping, architecture, engineering, police investigation,
geology and by archaeologists to quickly produce plans of large or
complex sites. For many years photogrammetric research has focused
primarily on exact mathematical modeling of the geometry of imaging
systems. With recent development in digital imaging – terrestrial
(consumer cameras), aerial (costumed high performance imaging
systems), and spaceborne – photogrammetry is witnessing a resurgence.
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aspect in the broad spectrum of domains photogrammetry studies.
Recent activities focus on the automation of mapping processes,
particularly of autonomous interpretation of images for the extraction
of three-dimensional geospatial information such as building outlines,
road networks.
Laser Scanning Laboratory:

The emergence of new mapping and geo-information technologies
is expanding teaching and research possibilities. One of the newest
technologies is laser altimetry, known as Light Detection and Ranging
(LiDAR) technology. LiDAR works by transmitting laser signals using
all light ranges (ultraviolet, visible, infrared) out to a target. The
transmitted light interacts with and is changed by the target. Some
of this light is reflected / scattered back to the instrument where it
is analyzed. The change in the properties of the light enables some
property of the target to be determined. Commercially such systems
can be aerial or terrestrial, and it is clear that this is the technology of
the future. Providing direct 3-D information has versatile uses; a few
examples include city modeling on a large scale, biomass estimation,
or terrain analysis.
Remote Sensing Laboratory:

Remote sensing is the technique of acquiring information about an
object without actually being in contact with it. This is usually done
by sensing and recording electromagnetic radiation and processing,
analyzing, and applying that information. Remote sensing is used
in resource management, agriculture, mineral exploration, and
environmental monitoring. Satellite and airborne sensing systems have
rapidly progressed to mapping infrastructures and built-up areas as well
as monitoring physical, biological, and chemical properties, but these
advances need considerable scientific and technical knowledge.
Hyperspectral imaging, also known as imaging spectroscopy, is a key

element in remote sensing. It is a type of multispectral imaging that
records many tens of bands of imagery at very narrow bandwidths.
Spectrometers can “see” ranges of wavelengths greater than the human
eye. Depending on the target of interest, sensors can be optimized
to detect specific areas of the electromagnetic spectrum, such as the
shorter ultraviolet wavelengths or the longer infrared wavelengths.
The main advantage of hyperspectral is the ability to measure many,

contiguous bands of wavelengths simultaneously, which provides a
broader base from which to analyze a scene.
Research and instruction in Remote Sensing incorporate three integrated

directions: expanding our knowledge regarding spectral signatures of wide
variety of surface/environment materials and types; developing algorithmic
methods for objects recognition belonging to Artificial Intelligence
including Knowledge Based Systems; studying the relationships between
remote sensing indicators and the surface conditions.
Survey Engineering Laboratory:

The Surveying Engineering Laboratory houses surveying equipment
that is used for both basic and advanced training for students and
academic staff research. The current lab is equipped with many types
of surveying instruments: geodetic GPS receivers, total-stations,
precise and conventional theodolites and levels, gyro-theodolite,
rotating laser level, straight-line laser pointer, optical tooling kit, and
tape surveying instrumentation and communication equipment. The
equipment is mostly used in the open field around the campus; only
calibrations and limited work are being done indoors.
The Surveying Engineering Laboratory is unique in type, quantity, and

variety of instrumentation among academic institutions in Israel and the
only lab of its type being used for high level academic research, much of
which is later applied by government organizations and public companies.
Undergraduate Office Undergraduate Office:

Ms. Keren Seker Gafni For the last ten years the Undergraduate Office has conducted a special
kerensg@technion.ac.il one-day “Fair Employment” event. About 50 to 60 companies participate
in this event every year. The Fair Employment day creates opportunities
Ms. Tami Chachashvili for meetings between infrastructure companies and students.
tami@cv.technion.ac.il
The Undergraduate Office keeps an open channel with industry, and
advertises a Jobs List for students on the Faculty website and special board.
All undergraduate students take the “Introduction to Civil and

Environmental Engineering” course in their first year. In this course,
key persons from the infrastructure industry present their experience,
and there are field trips to several companies, exposing our students
to the profession in the real world.
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COMPUTER SCIENCE
The Faculty of Computer Science is the second largest academic unit in
the Technion. It comprises about 50 Faculty members of international
repute with expertise in a wide variety of fields. It is the largest
department of computer science in Israel, and supplies the Israeli hi-
tech industry with the highest caliber manpower. The Faculty engages
http://www.cs.technion.ac.il in a wide range of research and teaching activities, and constitutes a
unique meeting point between science and technology.
Dean’s Office Research Areas:

Prof. Irad Yavneh Theory of Computer Science:
Dean Automata and Formal Languages Coding Complexity
Tel. +972-4-829-4261/2 Computational Geometry Cryptology Distributed Computing
dean@cs.technion.ac.il Logic and Semantics Theory of Algorithms
http://www.cs.technion.ac.il/
people/staff/#staff-1 Systems:
Databases and Data Mining Distributed and Parallel Systems
Ms. Noa Mor Hardware Networks, Communication and Systems Programming
Director of External Relations Languages Software and Hardware Verification Software Engineering
Tel. +972-4-829-4345
noamor@cs.technion.ac.il
Faculties - Computer Science
Artificial Intelligence:
Learning Reasoning
Intelligent Systems and Scientific Computation:

Geometric Modeling Graphics Image Processing and Computer
Vision Robotics and Complex Systems Scientific Computation and
Numerical Analysis
Technion Computer Science Industrial Affiliates Program – IAP:

The primary objective of the Technion Computer Science Industrial
Affiliates Program (IAP), established in 2001, is to provide a platform for
structured interaction between the Computer Science Department and
the hi-tech industry in Israel and worldwide.
http://www.cs.technion.ac.il/iap
The program provides a solid bridge between academia and industry,
from which both sides benefit significantly. On one hand, it has
enabled the Technion community to become more attuned to
industry needs, and exposed Faculty and students to a wide spectrum
of companies and their R&D activities. On the other hand, it has given
the IAP member companies a platform through which they can gain
access to Faculty and students, and influence computer research,
development, and education.
http://www.cs.technion.ac.il/ Some 30 companies of all sizes are now members of this club
iap/list.html
see list of IAP members:
IAP Program Benefits:

The IAP program offers many benefits to its members in return for a
modest annual membership fee. The most important advantage is the
opportunity to influence computing research and education.

Attend the faculty’s annual Research Day.
Participate in the Industrial Project course.
Carry out joint software projects with the Faculty laboratories.
Match partners for joint research proposals to the Chief Scientist
and the European Union.
Interact professionally with Faculty researchers.
Participate in the Industry Advisory Board.
Human Resources:
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Hold company recruitment events and technological
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exhibitions in the Faculty’s lobby.
Advertise job openings by email to interested students; Advertise job
openings on the IAP website, and on the electronic board in the
Faculty lobby.
Employ graduate students for summer internships.
Teaching:
Attend faculty seminars, conferences and symposia
(as auditors and as lecturers, if suitable).
Offer mini-courses focusing on soft skills or technological topics.
Offer guest lectures in academic courses.
Send company employees to attend academic courses as free auditors.
Access Faculty library.
Public Relations:
Increase company visibility within the Faculty - company logo on
the Industrial Affiliates web page and on a plaque in the Faculty lobby.
Distribute announcements on company events (recruiting days,
mini-seminars, etc.) to students.
Advertise in Homepage – the Faculty’s semi-annual magazine.
Involvement of Industry in Academic Courses:

IAP companies are encouraged to take an active role in the Faculty’s
academic courses, by teaching, designing, or creating such courses.
Such involvement may take one of three forms:

An expert from industry teaching a course or part of it, in order to
bring a unique specialty that our Faculty lacks.
Projects guided by representatives from industry, either with one

of the Faculty’s laboratories, or directly through the Industrial
Project course. The latter is a regular course given twice a year,
with nearly 15 projects each semester. The projects are proposed
and guided by interested companies.
In addition, a specialist from industry may teach a mandatory or

elective course in his/her area of expertise.
Faculties - Computer Science
In all cases, there is academic supervision of these courses, to ensure

their academic quality, and a proper grading procedure.
Extra-curricular Support for Students:

The Industrial Affiliates Program sees it as one of its tasks to provide
counseling and assistance services to students and graduates, with
emphasis on extra-curricular courses on soft skills, and more directly,
obtaining information on job opportunities.
Teaching and Research Laboratories:

There are 12 teaching and research laboratories in the Faculty,
many working closely with industry, carrying out projects and
research led by Faculty members, engineers, graduate students, and
undergraduate students.
http://www.cs.technion.ac.il/ More information about channels for collaboration is available in the

research-labs laboratory’s website.
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EDUCATION IN SCIENCE
AND TECHNOLOGY
The Faculty of Education in Science and Technology contributes to
the Israeli educational system by preparing prospective science and
technology teachers for high schools and colleges, and by encouraging
its graduate students to contribute to Israel’s formal and informal
education, higher education, the hi-tech industry, and the public sector.
http://edu.technion.
ac.il/?lang=en The Faculty’s teaching and R&D activities are varied, and focus on
science and engineering education, the learning sciences, educational
Contact technologies, neuro-education, science communication, and pre-
Prof. Yehudit Judy Dori and in-service teacher education in a variety of subjects: biology,
Dean, Senior Researcher at chemistry, computer science, electrical and mechanical engineering,
Samuel Neaman Institute environmental sciences, mathematics, and physics. These topics are
Tel. +972-4-829-3449 offered as part of the BSc, MSc, and PhD programs. The Technion is the
Yjdori@technion.ac.il only university in Israel offering undergraduate programs in technology
Edudean@technion.ac.il or engineering education.
http://yjdori.net.technion.ac.il
Faculties - Education in Science & Technology
In addition to these programs, we offer the Views

(MABATIM) program:
Views I:
Views I program, for Technion graduates from other units who
return to the Faculty of Education in Science and Technology for
four semesters to become high school teachers.
Views II:
Views II program, with admission requirements that are higher than
those for Views I, lasts six semesters, and has three streams within
the program:
Master's degree and teaching diploma without thesis;
Master's degree and teaching diploma including a final project; and
Master's degree and teaching diploma including a thesis.

Biology Education Chemistry Education Computer Science
Education Electrical Engineering Environmental Sciences
Education Mathematics Education Mechanical Engineering
Neuro-education Physics Education Formal and Informal
Education Learning Technologies Project Assessment
Science Communication
Affiliation Programs:
Our vision is to be a leader in science, technology, engineering,
and mathematics (STEM) education research and practice in
many contexts, including schooling, higher education and the hi-
tech industry, providing learners with a stimulating environment
for intellectual and creative activities. Our strategic plan aims
at strengthening connections and collaborative activities in the
education system, industry, and the Technion.
STEM education as a core resource for all:

The Faculty contributes to the Israeli educational system, not only
by preparing prospective high school STEM teachers, but also by
encouraging its graduates to take leadership roles in the educational
system and contribute to Israel’s higher education, the hi-tech
industry, and the Third Sector.
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The Faculty recognizes the importance of teaching skills and learning

processes in these sectors, and believes that all Technion students
should acquire the skills and ability to communicate effectively.
To these ends:
The Faculty launched the Views program five years ago, with the
objective of offering Technion graduates a unique opportunity to obtain
a second BSc degree or MSc in Science and Technology Education that
fulfills the requirements for a teaching certificate in their subject area.
Study scholarships are available for four semesters (for Views I) to six
semesters (for Views II), and Technion graduates who join the program
are not required to commit themselves to teaching in the education
system. As of November 2016, more than 100 graduates of the Views
programs are teaching in middle and high schools in Israel. Many
combine their studies with work in industry and teaching in high schools.
Faculties - Education in Science & Technology

Our collaboration with government, NGO organizations,
and industry includes:
Projects with research centers and laboratories for the benefit of
both partners, to advance mutual interests
Research proposals submitted to different funding resources and
funded (e.g., ISF, the EU, Trump Foundation, Ministry of Education)
Organization of international research conferences on topics that
bridge STEM education and technological development
In addition:
Faculty members from the Faculty give lectures in industry.
Projects in educational technology, developed by students and
Faculty, are presented at the national and international exhibitions,
and participate successfully in international science or design
competitions.
Leading role holders from industry and Ministry of Education
visit the Faculty and share their experience.
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ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
The Faculty of Electrical Engineering is ranked in the top tier of electrical
engineering and computer science departments in the World. The
Faculty is the major source of engineers leading the development of
advanced Israeli technology in the fields of electronics, computers, and
communications. It is the largest academic unit in the Technion, with
http://webee.technion.ac.il over 2,000 students. An international evaluation committee, chaired
by the current President of MIT, concluded that “the graduates of this
Department, whether with a B.Sc., M.Sc., or Ph.D., are as well prepared
Dean’s Office (if not better prepared) as EE graduates of any top ranked institution
Prof. Ariel Orda anywhere in the world”.
Dean
Tel. +972-4-829-4679 The Faculty acts as a center of excellence in applied and theoretical
eedean@ee.technion.ac.il research, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in electrical and
computer engineering in Israel and throughout the World. The Faculty’s
activities constitute an important component of the technological and
scientific infrastructure of the State of Israel. Additionally, the department
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TechnionEE has extensive, multi-faceted relations with industry.
Faculties - Electrical Engineering
Research Areas:
Computer architecture Parallel and distributed computing and
systems Computer communication networks Electronic systems
and devices Computer-aided design Very large scale integration
(VLSI) Signal processing Image processing Computer vision
Communication and information theory Automatic control Wave
propagation and electromagnetic engineering Nano- and micro-
electronic devices Solid-state electronics Electro-optics and opto-
electronic systems Biological signals and systems Machine learning
Laboratories and Centers at the faculty

of Electrical Engineering:
The experimental and applied research activities are supported
by advanced laboratories, some of which are also used for our highly
acclaimed student project activity. There are 8 centers and over
http://webee.technion.ac.il/ 20 laboratories.
Research/Labs-and-Centers
Irwin and Joan Jacobs Center for Communication

and Information Technologies (CCIT):
Overview:
The Faculty of Electrical Engineering at the Technion has extensive
relationships with dozens of companies, mostly through its research
and teaching activities, but also directly. Its Industrial Liaison Program
(ILP) includes some 30 member companies, from multi-nationals to
http://webee.technion.ac.il/ startups. They are invited to attend special symposia and short courses,
Industrial-Relations/Mission- hold recruiting days, meet with faculty and students, and explore other
and-Activities
avenues of contact. They are also invited to participate in the Industrial
Industrial Relations Advisory Board of the faculty, which convenes semiannually in order
Coordinator to receive updates and, more importantly, offer advice. This is also the
Ronnie Eizenberg-Faibish venue for discussing high-level issues such as the professional longevity
Tel. +972-4-829-5087 of engineers. The ILP is administered by the Center for Communication
iap@ee.technion.ac.il and Information Technologies (CCIT).
The Electrical Engineering Faculty’s relationship with industry is very

diverse, both in the area of activity and in the nature of the relationship,
reflecting the interests and needs of both sides.
To this end, we have identified several needs and potential benefits for
all involved, which guide us in exploring opportunities and setting up
mechanisms.
These include:
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The Faculty’s objectives and needs:
Obtaining support (funding, equipment, etc.)
Obtaining access to information, platforms, and special
equipment available in industry
Awareness of needs and interesting problems
Collaboration in complementary-capability situations
(feedback and advice, teaching, project supervision
and graduate-student supervision)
Help in developing advanced technologies
Visibility for our graduate students and, through that, convincing
our best students to pursue advanced degree studies
Visibility for our research, both in order to advance recognition
of the Faculty in Israel and abroad, and to increase the impact of
our research results, including commercialization of Technion IP.
Receiving feedback and guidance from the field pertaining to
both our curriculum and research directions
Industry’s objectives:
Quick access to expertise and knowledge (depth)
Better solutions for specific problems
Guarding the flanks (trying alternatives; becoming aware of
dead ends)
Guidance and feedback
Using Technion IP in products in order to obtain a
competitive advantage
Company personnel: recruiting, retaining, developing (keeping
current, adapting, etc.). Increasing professional life expectancy
(“early burnout” stands to become a critical national socio-
economic problem)
Influencing our curriculum so as to better prepare our graduates
for the industry’s needs, and especially to ensure coverage
of emerging fields
Following are some modes of collaboration with industry, with

representative examples.
Teaching:
A select group of instructors from industry teach courses. In some
cases this assists in reducing class sizes by holding parallel sessions;
in others, these are specialized graduate courses in the instructor’s
area of expertise, which enrich our curriculum.
Undergraduate student projects are the strongest and most highly

acclaimed elements in our curriculum, but are also quantitatively the
most challenging teaching undertaking (more than 300 projects per
year!). Here, the contribution of industry comes in various forms:
equipment donation, financial sponsorship of projects, and project
supervisors. Many of the supervisors have carried out projects as
students in the same laboratories, and having them as supervisors is a
true joy for all involved. Numerous companies are involved in the
various modalities, ranging from large multi-nationals, through
established Israeli companies, all the way to start-ups. One recent
prominent example is a project in whichstudents in the
Communications Laboratory developed a sophisticated antenna that is
dramatically smaller than the prior art. This project won the student
project competition, and is being commercialized.
Participation in Government-Sponsored R&D Consortia (“Magnet”):

These consortia are funded in large part by the Office of the Chief Scientist
of the Ministry of Economy, and are aimed at promoting collaboration
between Israeli companies and universities at the generic research and
development stage in new, promising fields in which relevant expertise
exists in Israel and there is a major export growth opportunity. This program,
which started in 1990, fosters collaboration, with both research and product
benefits. It also brings people together, giving faculty members and graduate
students an opportunity to get to know the relevant industry, and vice versa.
Recent examples include:

Tera Santa: developing the required components and system
architecture for a Terabit (one million megabits) per second optical
communication link with the ability to add and drop 10 Gbit/sec
sub-channels. Five Technion Electrical Engineering Faculty members
and their graduate students, and three of its laboratories are involved,
covering optical devices, optical communication algorithms, and
high-speed signal processing architectures.
CORNET: cognitive radio networks
RESCUE: disaster handling technologies
Direct Funding of Research:
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This entails funding the research of individual faculty members by
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specific companies, often with some IP arrangements. Two recent
examples are in the areas of machine learning and compressed sensing.
Establishment of Research Centers:

The most prominent recent example is the funding by Intel of the ICRI-
CI, Intel Collaborative Research Institutes – Computational Intelligence.
This center, based at the Technion and at the Hebrew University, brings
together computer architecture and machine learning (two very active
areas of research in the Faculty of Electrical Engineering) in order to
address the issue of “intelligent computing”: using machine learning
to help optimize computer systems in general, as well as developing
computer architectures that are well matched to the computing needs
of machine-learning applications. This center is unique in that it brings
together different fields within the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, and
also funds Intel personnel who work in it.
The Technion Computer Engineering Center (TCE) established jointly

by the Electrical Engineering and Computer Studies faculties, offers yet
another platform for industry-Technion collaboration by permitting
industry personnel to spend time at the Technion on joint research.
Multi-prong Championed Relationships:

This refers to a situation wherein a specific person in a company
explores opportunities and establishes relationships with our
Department. One such effort has, over the past two years, involved
student project funding, consulting by faculty members, and Summer
Internships for our students, as well as research collaboration that very
recently resulted in a best paper award.
Commercialization of Technology Developed or

Seeded in the Faculty:
This takes place in various fields, and is rather challenging, as it is
important to find the appropriate mechanisms that fairly reward all
those involved, yet are also well matched to the proper structure of a
company in the relevant area.
Providing Services to Industry:

In the micro- and nano-technology fields, we often require the help
of industry, for example, fabrication facilities. However, the reverse
is sometimes true, especially when it comes to test equipment,

microscopes and the like. Here, companies (often small ones) pay a
fee and use our advanced equipment. Such equipment thus becomes
a national resource of sorts, with priority given to use for Technion
research. This helps us fund the equipment and the personnel who
operate it, while assisting industry.
Consulting and Individual Involvement of

Faculty Members with Industry:
Many faculty members are personally involved with companies,
mostly Israeli, through consulting and otherwise. This, even when
carried out individually and not on behalf of the Technion, serves
both to help Israeli industry and to open and maintain channels
and a network that helps Technion-industry relations. Areas include
optical components, chips for satellites, communications, signal
processing, and computer engineering.
Some of the aforementioned activities can be viewed as ‘bottom-up’,

namely a collection of individual ‘sporadic’ undertakings. These are
complemented by ‘top-down’ activities, mostly through the ILP, which are
aimed at facilitation of the individual engagement by reactive as well as
proactive undertakings. The reactive undertakings include helping faculty
members find industrial partners, and helping interested companies identify
the relevant faculty members. Also, advice is offered regarding modes of
collaboration based on cumulative experience. The proactive undertakings
are aimed at planting seeds that will hopefully benefit us in the future, and
maintaining continuity of contacts with companies.
In summary, the Faculty of Electrical Engineering has extensive and

extremely diverse relationships with industry, corresponding to the diverse
set of needs and opportunities, in line with the Technion’s charter.

The Micro Nano Fabrication and Printing Unit (MNF&PU) at
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the Sara and Moshe Zisapel Nanoelectronics Center and the
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Wolfson Microelectronics Center:
The MNF&PU is a national infrastructure for micro and nano device
engineering. It consists of a highly experienced team of 12 technicians
http://mnfu.technion.ac.il and engineers running an R&D FAB that spreads across 700m2 of clean
rooms space (Class 100). The unit hosts a wide range of tools associated
with fabrication at micro and nano scale, and printing technologies,
Contact thus allowing a full process flow to be designed and implemented.
Eng. Yacov Shneider The MNF&PU offers high development flexibility and enables fabrication
Chief Engineer of various high-quality devices (electrical, optical, mechanical) based on
Tel. +972-4-829-4205 a variety of materials. Hands-on courses and trainings are available for
shneider@ee.technion.ac.il undergraduate, master, Ph.D. students and engineers that fuel the high-
tech industry and eventually lead the advanced Israeli technology.
Eng. Anat Sadeh
Center Project Integrator
Tel. +972-4-829-2767
anatsa@ef.technion.ac.il
Prof. Nir Tessler

Center Academic Head
Tel. +972-4-829-4719/4203
Technion
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president
Prof. Peretz-Lavie
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Modes of collaboration with the MNF&PU:

Our team can perform fabrication processes according to your
specifications.
You or your engineers can be trained to use the facility and register
as a user. As a registered user you have access to a web-based
booking system that operates on a first come, first served basis.
You can ask us to perform a prototype development and then to
produce at small volume.
Based on our positive experience, we welcome mutual partially
subsidized development projects (Magnet, Magneton, Meymad).
If you need a unique tool that requires a dedicated clean room

environment, you can rent space in our facility, and we will help you
to connect your tool to the supporting infrastructure.
Collaborations with Industry:
The MNF&PU provides support in the following eight areas:

Process Integration and Device Prototyping:
Once a need (feature of structure) is defined, our team will perform
(or assist in) solution design, full process integration, prototype, and
small scale production. Examples:
MEMS devices: Selective stiffening for producing a mass-fabrication

compatible mechanism that converts in-plane to out-of-plane motions
I. (Hotzen) Grinber et al., J. Microelectromech. Syst., vol. 24, no. 6, pp. 2101-2108, 2015
NVM transistors based on High-K

dielectrics and Au/Pt nanodots:
A non-volatile low-voltage
memory transistor based on SiO2

tunneling, blocking and Au nano-
particle charge storage layers
V. Mikhelashvili et al., Appl. Phys. Lett., vol. 98, p. 212902, 2011
Micro-patterning (photolithography):
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Stepper Lithography: I-line; Sub-micron resolution; Gray scale lithography
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Laser writer: Direct maskless lithography; Mask fabrication (includes
automatic development and chrome etching); Sub-micron resolution
Mask aligners: Resolution up to 1 micron; Backside alignment; For
small pieces and wafers up to 6"
Photo resist types: 4562, 4533, 1512, 1529, LOR (lift-off resist) 5214,
negative 2070, dry-film resists (with laminator), SU-8 (accomplished
with flood exposure tool)
Coaters: Manual coaters, high uniformity automatic spin coaters
with gyrset
Miscellaneous: HMDS vapor prime, automatic developer and hot
plates, wet benches with developers, resist strip solutions, lift-off,
plasma ashers for descum, NH3 oven for image reversibility
Nano-patterning (e-beam lithography):

E-Beam writer EBPG 5200: State-of-the-art tool that has the
capabilities to write features size down to 8nm and over
areas of up to 6" in reasonable time scale
Pattern Transfer (etching):

Reactive Ion Etching (Fluorine Chemistry): Si, SiO2, Si3N4, TiN, Ti, W,
Mo, Nb, Au, Pt, TiO2, HfO2, Polymers, Diamond, SiC
Deep Reactive Ion Etching (Fluorine Chemistry): Si. Basis in
fabrication of MEMS devices, Si templates for PDMS soft
lithography, microfluidic devices, various patterned Si structures for
biological research
Inductively Coupled Plasma (Chlorine Chemistry): III-V alloys
Wet benches: RCA clean, Buffered oxide etch, Isotropic Silicon etch,
Aluminium etch, Si3N4 etch, Anisotropic Silicon etch (KOH),
Chromium etch
Material Deposition and Annealing:

E-Beam Evaporators: Al, Al / Si / Cu, Ti, Ti/W, Si, Cr, Ni, NiCr, Pt, Au, Ta,
Hf, TiW, Ge, Co, Fe, SrF2
Thermal Evaporators: Ag, Au, Pd, Cu, Ge, Al, Cr, Sn, In
Plasma Assisted Atomic Layer Deposition: Al2O3, HfO2, TiO2, AlN,
TiN, metals (like Pt, W)
Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition: SiO2, Si3N4, low
stress Si3N4, SiOxNy
High Temperature Furnaces: Oxidation, Annealing, Phosphorous diffusion
Deposition tools
Molecular Vapor Deposition: Teflon (anti-sticking coating for PDMS

soft lithography), Al2O3, ZnO
Sputter deposition: Al2O3, Cu2O, Fe2O3, Ga2O3, In2O3, ITO, Nb2O5,
SiO2, SnO2, Ta2O5, TiO2, ZnO, HfO2, ZrO2, InGaZnO4, CuInO2, AZO,
Al, Cr, Au, Cu, Fe, Sn, W, Pd, Nb, Co, Ta, Hf, Ti, Pt, Ag, Mo, BN, TaN, TiN,
AlN, Si (undoped), Ge, NiSi2, W5Si3
Low Pressure Chemical Vapor Deposition: SiO2, Si3N4, poly-Silicon
Rapid Thermal Annealing: N2, O2, Forming gas, Up to 1200oC
Printing:
Pad Printer: Offset printing (as gravure); Direct patterning on curved
surfaces; Silver conductive inks, photo-resists, polyimide; The printer
has been modified to achieve 10 micron resolution
Inspection and Characterization:

Optical Microscopy: Inspection, CDs measurements, step depth
Printed silver mesh on
measurements
curved surface Surface Profilometry: Step height, surface roughness, surface waviness
Electrical Probing: C-V plotter, I-V station, Four Point Probe
Film Thickness Measurement: Elipsometers, Nanospec
High Resolution Scanning Electron Microscopy
Atomic Force Microscopy: Surface topology, surface electrical and
mechanical properties
Wetting properties: Drop shape analysis
Packaging:
Dicer: Silicon, sapphire, ceramics
Bonder: Au wires
New state of the art tools have been recently purchased (2015-2016)
to face growing demands and technological challenges:
E-BEAM Lithography: RAITH, Model EBPG 5200
High performance nanolithography system
Minimum feature size of less than 8 nm
Thermal field emission gun for operation at 20, 50 and 100 kV
Rapid exposure with up to 50 MHz pattern generator
Wafers up to 8” and masks up to 6”
E-BEAM Evaporator: EVATEC, Model BAK501A

Precise thin metal films and multilayer deposition
E-gun evaporation of metal source
Special holders for coating of 3D objects
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Wafers up to 6”
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Laser Lithography System: Heidelberg Instruments, Model DWL 66+

High precision maskless photolithography
Applicable for direct writing and mask production
High accuracy overlay and Mix&Match with other lithography
tools is possible
Minimum feature size: 0.6 microns
Substrates up to 8”x 8”
PE-CVD: Plasma-Therm, Model Vision 410

High quality films with isothermally heated wall technology
Deposition of SiO2, Si3N4, SiOxN, low-stress Si3N4
Temperatures 80-350oC
Wafers up to 16”
Atomic Layer Deposition: Ultratech/Cambridge Nanotech, Model Fiji G2

Plasma assisted atomic layer deposition of ultrathin dielectric layers
Substrate temperatures up to 500°C
Deposition of oxides and nitrides: Al2O3, HfO2, TiO2, AlN, TiN, and
metals (like Pt, W)
Wafers up to 8”
Atomic Force Microscope: Asylum Research/Oxford Instruments,

Model MFP-3D Infinity
Variety of modes: Tapping, Contact, AM-FM Viscoelastic Mapping,
Fast Force Mapping, ORCA Conductive AFM, Tunneling Microscopy,
Electrochemistry, Microwave Impedance Microscopy
Environmental Controller -30° to 120°C
Closed Fluid Cell. Up to 80mm sample size
Dicer: Disco, Model DAD3350

Automatic dicing saw
Hard and brittle materials such as silicon and ceramics can be processed
Wafers up to 6”
Pad Printer: Teca-Print, Model TPX301

High quality, multi-color printing
Patterning of curved surfaces
Multiple printing to desired paint thickness
Faculties - Industrial Engineering & Management
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
AND MANAGEMENT
The concept of Industrial Engineering and Management was first
conceived by the founding fathers of our Faculty in the mid-1950s.
The founders, a mixed group of industrial engineers and operations
researchers, identified a need to educate engineers who would have
basic management education in addition to engineering skills and
http://ie.technion.ac.il knowhow. This new breed of engineers became a great success story in
Israel, and similar programs were later opened in other universities and
colleges. The demand for IE&M graduates is constantly on the rise, and
their impact is felt across all economic and industrial sectors.
Dean’s Office Like all other engineering disciplines, IE&M is a dynamic entity. New
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Prof. Avishai Mandelbaum areas of interest frequently appear, while mature areas that were
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Dean exhaustively investigated gradually give way. Thus, there is no longer a
Tel. +972-4-829-4444 need to only compress management education into the undergraduate
iedean@ie.technion.ac.il degree. In IE&M we aim to provide our students with the tools
necessary in order to face the challenges that are posed by the ever-
Ms. Mili Harari increasing presence of large and complex systems in every aspect of
Director of Industrial today's reality and the vast amounts of data that are readily becoming
Affiliates Program available in the modern digital era. This means augmenting IE&M with
Tel. +972-4-829-4382 industrial and systems engineering (I&SE) and recently also Data Science
milih@tx.technion.ac.il and Engineering (DS&E). Indeed, the IE&M faculty continues our tradition
of leading the academic community in Israel and beyond towards
the challenges that await us as we start to implement the necessary
changes in our research and teaching focus.
Research Areas:
Data Science and Engineering Information Systems Engineering
Industrial Engineering Entrepreneurship Innovation Behavioral
Sciences and Management Economics and Finance Reliability and
Quality Assurance Operations Research Probability and Statistics
Industrial Engineering and Management

Affiliates Program (IE&M AP):
The Industrial Engineering and Management Affiliates Program (IE&M
AP) is dedicated to the creation of mutual cooperation between
academia and leading industrial companies in Israel and worldwide.
We believe that by establishing strong long-term relations between
academia and industry, we can promote mutually important values
focusing on knowledge, development, innovation, leadership, and
excellence. The Program (IE&M AP) was established in 2010. The IE&M
AP stimulates and supports the mutual needs of business, industry
and academia in applied research and development, teaching, human
resources, public relations, and advertising.
Below we demonstrate the vast scope of activities in the IE&M faculty,
emphasizing our activities in the field of data science, Innovation and
Entrepreneurship.

Professionally interaction with Faculty researchers
Students Project Course: subject proposals and mentors given by
companies for 4th-year students and MBA
Faculty Newsletter issue: dedicated to company research and
development program
Faculty Newsletter distribution: for company employees
Joint projects: with research centers and laboratories
Identification of partners for joint research proposals: to the Chief
Scientist and European Community
Teaching:
Workshops, seminars and guest lecturers: presented within the
faculty by representatives of suitable companies
Mini-courses, seminars, summer courses and Professional Graduate
Programs: presented within the faculty by Faculty researchers to
company employees
Free Auditor: option for company employees to choose specified
Faculty courses
Industrial Advisory Board: held once a year to discuss teaching
programs, research, laboratories and Faculty equipment
Library Services: limited
Guided Tours: opportunity for students to have a guided tour at
company facilities
Human Resources:
Recruiting day: opportunity to hold an exclusive student recruiting day
Classified ad distribution by direct mailing, monthly Faculty
newsletter, Faculty website, and bulletin boards and plasmas
scholarships, and recruiting days
Student employment during summer projects and hosting
summer interns

Increasing company visibility: Company name and logo presentation
at the Faculty Academia Industry Affiliates Program web page linked
to the official Faculty website
Sponsorship opportunity for alumni conferences, seminars,
competitions, projects, etc.
Sponsorship advertising announcement in the monthly Faculty
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newsletter, distributed to 4,000 alumni, industry personnel, Faculty
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staff and students
Advertising company activities/events: monthly Faculty newsletter,
Faculty website, bulletin boards and plasmas
Exhibition presentations: in Faculty building
Links for selected web pages/company presentations to the Faculty
Academia Industry Affiliates Program web page
Faculty laboratories:
Enterprise Systems Modeling Laboratory:
The Enterprise Systems Modeling Laboratory (ESML) specializes in
modeling complex systems and systems of systems via advanced
modeling methodologies and languages, primarily Object-Process
Methodology (OPM) ISO 19450 Standard and Publicly Available
Specification. Conceptual modeling is the process of constructing a
model of a system in order to design, understand, and communicate
its function, structure, and behavior. An enterprise model is a
conceptual representation of the function, structure, and behavior of
an enterprise system. The enterprise model facilitates understanding
of the business processes of the extended enterprise and relations that
extend across its boundaries.
Business Intelligence Laboratory:

The research conducted in the Business Intelligence lab in the Faculty
of Industrial Engineering and Management at the Technion is aimed at
developing mathematical and computational tools addressing (separately
and together) three grand tasks in which computationally automated
tools can greatly assist human decision makers are as follows:
Obtaining information relevant to the decision task at hand helping
the human decision maker identify the actual space of alternatives.
Modeling and reasoning about likelihood and desirability of various
outcomes of alternative decisions.
Assisting the user to plan the actions needed to implement her
decision.
Max Wertheimer Minerva Center for Cognitive Processes

and Human Performance:
The Max Wertheimer Minerva Center for Cognitive Processes and
Human Performance was established in 1996. It is a joint center
that combines the activity of seven senior researchers from the
University of Haifa and the Technion. The center's main purpose is to

foster collaborative research projects between the two groups of the
Israeli scientists and between the Israeli scientists and their German
colleagues, working in the area of human cognition and human
performance. The center was established with the support from the
prestigious Minerva foundation and the Max Planck Society.
Project Management Research Center:

The project management research center is involved in three
types of activities:
Development of new methodologies, tools and techniques
for project management
Supporting industry apply the knowledge developed at
the center on real projects
Supporting industry by workshops and seminars on
advanced topics in project management
The Research Center for Work Safety and Human Engineering:

The Research Center for Work Safety and Human Engineering at the
Technion was established in 1974 as a joint, endeavor of the Faculty of
Industrial Engineering and Management and the Faculty of Medicine,
funded by a grant from the Committee for Research and Prevention
in Occupational Safety and Health. It is a pivot of interdisciplinary
research and teaching activities on topics of behavioral, physiological,
medical and engineering aspects of safety at work, as well as general
studies on human factors and ergonomics in engineering systems. It
focuses on the capabilities and well being of human operators in the
work environment.
Service Enterprise Engineering (SEE) Laboratory:

The goal of SEE is to become a worldwide hub for research and
teaching in Service Engineering and to develop principles and tools that
are data- and science-based which support and balance service quality,
efficiency and profitability, from the likely conflicting perspectives of
customers, servers, managers, and often also society. Successful design,
analysis and management of services must often be multi-disciplinary,
fusing ingredients from Operations Research, Statistics, Industrial
Engineering; Game Theory, Economics; Sociology, Psychology;
Management Information Systems, Computer Science, and even more.
Statistics Laboratory:
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The Statistics Laboratory operates within the Technion Research and
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Development Foundation Ltd. and is part of the Faculty of Industrial
Engineering and Management. The projects that are carried out can be
divided into several categories according to their topics. The ones that
are the most frequent are:
Medical research
Survival Analysis; Assessment of newly-developed medical devices
and diagnostic tools; Data analysis of clinical trials
Organizational Behavior
Assessment of agreement, Hierarchical linear models, Mixed models,
Generalized linear mixed models, Classification and regression trees
Transportation
Before vs. after analysis, Assessment of intervention, Bayesian
methods
Environmental Studies
Technion Optimization Laboratory:

The major goals of TOC are:
Fundamental research in the area of Continuous Optimization
and its applications, with emphasis on developing novel optimization
methodologies, models and algorithms
Applications of optimization models and techniques in Engineering,
Medicine, Industry, etc.
Supervising and supporting graduate research projects in the area of
Continuous Optimization
Disseminating advances in optimization techniques via organizing
workshops, schools, seminars, etc.
Contact Data Science and Engineering:

Gila Molcho Historically, the Davidson Faculty of Industrial Engineering and
Data Science Coordinator Management (IEM) was the first of its kind in Israel, and most likely
Tel. +972-54-435-7340 worldwide. So, it is no surprise that IEM is again pioneering the way:
gila@technion.ac.il Providing multidisciplinary training to engineers for the burgeoning
http://ds.iem.technion.ac.il/he field of Big Data, or Data Science and Engineering (DSE). With the
accelerated quantity of data being created, improved communications
capabilities, and the increased amount of information being stored,
the DSE program, conceived and developed at IEM, reflects the shifting
ground rules in the world in general, and in the world of computing in
particular: Data, information, and knowledge have become an essential
part of organizational operations and business strategy.
The multidisciplinary nature of the IEM faculty - with expertise in

high-level statistics, operations research, computation and economics,
artificial intelligence, cognitive science, and more enables the broad
education of our BSc Data Science and Engineering students. Our
academic program is supported by our policy of “hands on data” from
day one of education.
The local industry is already on board with our new degree, partnering
in providing weekly lectures in our Data Club, undergraduate projects,
our summer internship project and even in provision of full courses for
students under our “Bring Your Own Data” policy for data courses.
Joint academic-Industry research is significantly enhanced when
proprietary data becomes part of the collaboration platform. As such
the faculty of IEM has vast experience in data-based joint ventures and
has developed collaboration mechanisms, and data sharing facilitation
capabilities that enable such research to exist. One such example of the
many available is the T-PADS - Technion Poalim Data Science Center.
Contact T-PADS - Technion Poalim Data Science Center:

Assoc. Prof. Avigdor Gal The Technion-Bank Hapoalim Data Science Center was established
Head in August 2016, and is located at the faculty of IEM on the Technion
Tel. +972-4-829-4425 campus. The highly secured data center will promote basic research in
avigal@ie.technion.ac.il areas of Data Science, machine learning, games theory, service system
engineering, psychology, NLP and more - intertwining the different
disciplines to perform state of the art research in the financial sector.
The research is a joint collaboration between Technion researchers
and Bank analysts and experts thus combining the Bank’s knowledge,
experience and data and the Technion's knowledge and expertise.
Through a five-year joint research partnership, the center will help
define future banking and financial services.
Projects:
Modeling and predicting events in a customer journey
The Influence of customer engagement and empowerment
in the transition to a digital bank
Searching for clusters of clients over ontologies
Anomalies in trading rooms
Customer sentiment analysis via financial data
Creativity under the radar
Data-driven models for the connection between operational load,
customer emotions, and profitability in multi-channel service systems
Contact Knowledge Center for Innovation (KCI):
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Fax. +972-4-829-5688
innovation@ie.technion.ac.il
http://innovation.technion.ac.il
Prof. Emeritus Miriam Erez

Founder and Chair Introduction:
Founded in 2008, the KCI vision is to enhance innovation by
Assoc. Prof. Eitan Naveh promoting research of knowledge on innovation, disseminating
Academic Manager it among researchers, students, managers and practitioners, as
well as implementing it in organizations to enhance economic
Ronit Aviv growth, personal growth and well-being.
Head of the KCI activities The Innovation Center aims to serve as a provoking factor
that impacts the joint collaboration of research institutes,
Talli Zahavi industry, and policy-makers for enhancing innovation initiatives.
Leads the "Seeds of Innovation" KCI initiates and supports innovation programs to enhance
program and is responsible innovation at all levels - individual, team, organization, national and
for managing innovation global levels.
workshops for overseas
delegations The Journey of the Idea:
The KCI model for stimulating and managing
the innovation process follows the journey
of ideas. It is a multi-phase, non-linear
process for progressing from the ideation
phase to the implementation phase until
market penetration. Along the journey of the
idea innovation may take the form of new
technology, products, processes, business
models or management. This model serves as
a guide for KCI initiatives
Major Innovation Enhancement Initiatives led by

the Innovation Center:
The KCI initiatives encompasses four major tracks: research, knowledge
transfer from academia to Industry via educational programs to
industry leaders in managing the generation of creative ideas and their
implementation, a website that serves as a database of knowledge
methods, tools and best practices to enhance innovation, and an active
role in working with Policy Makers to develop tools for enhancing
Innovation initiatives.
Research:
The KCI leads national and international studies, including a longitudinal
study for identifying factors that inhibit or facilitate innovation of small
and medium size enterprises in peripheral areas, as well as a multi-
national study on the effect of multicultural teams on innovation. KCI
collects and develops case studies of success stories of Israeli companies.
Knowledge transfer from academia to industry:

Managing Innovation Forum:
Senior managers from more than 50 leading Israeli companies meet
once a month at the Technion to listen to lectures by senior Israeli
managers, acquire the latest academic knowledge, learn a variety
of methods for enhancing innovation in organizations, and most
importantly, to share and create an innovative and synergistic network
which crosses industrial sectors.
Seeds of Innovation:
This program initiated and led by KCI, with the support of the Chief
Scientist of Israel at the Ministry of Economics and the Council for
Higher Education, serves for developing and guiding teams of Industrial
engineering students from leading faculties who work on innovation
related final projects in the classical industry companies.
Organizational Innovation Management Course:

KCI initiated the first Israeli “organizational innovation management
course". A comprehensive professional training for organizational
innovation leaders, built on advanced academic knowledge and rich
practical knowledge on innovation management in organizations.
Innovation Starts Inside:

KCI experienced professional team offers organizational consulting on
promoting innovation in organizations, tailored to each organization's
structure and innovation challenges.
Israel Innovation Workshop:

The KCI conducts innovation workshops for overseas’ delegations
of senior executives. The workshop content is built upon a strong
academic basis and industrial expertise, and the tools and practices are
derived from proven models that served for driving innovation across
industries and cultures. The workshops are tailor-made per delegation,
based on the specific interests of the participants.
Policy Making:
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The KCI developed the “managing innovation Standard” for the Standards
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Institution of Israel, and provided the guidelines for managing innovation
in organizations. These guidelines offer a written methodology for
introducing innovation into organizations. The KCI has an active role in
government and national committees for the development of policies
and incentives for innovation in the industrial sector.
Online Knowledge Base:

The KCI website is a unique knowledge base, containing articles
and studies on innovation, innovation-promoting methods and
online lectures on innovation. The website features workrooms for
participants in the various training programs, such as an innovative
interface for idea management through crowd sourcing. It also
serves as an Information Center for the P^3 MAGNET Consortium,
sponsored by the Israeli Chief Scientist and aimed at promoting
innovation in the plastic industry.
Bronica Entrepreneurship Center:

The Bronica Entrepreneurship Center is the focal point of
entrepreneurship at the Technion. We provide the education, expertise,
and connections that Technion students and alumni need to become
effective entrepreneurs. We offer a variety of academic courses,
workshops, hackathons, competitions, training, and consultations to
students from all faculties and degree levels. We have both academic
Contact and extracurricular activities.
yazamut@technion.ac.il
Academic:
Dana Sheffer
We offers formal and informal frameworks, with almost 20 academic
Center Manager
courses, a minor in entrepreneurship, free sessions that are open
Tel. +972-4-829-4511
to the public, private workshop that provide hands-on experience,
dana.sheffer@technion.ac.il
and more. Our courses allow students to learn the theoretical and
practical aspects of the entrepreneurial process, from the stage
Asst. Prof. Ella Miron-Spektor
of identifying needs/opportunities through ideation to setting the
foundations of a venture.
Academic Advisor
ellams@technion.ac.il
Extracurricular:
We offer a host of activities, including workshops, hackathons,
competitions, lectures, and meetups. In all our activities, we collaborate
heavily with industry.
Sample activities include:
Technion 3DS:
3 Day Startup are intensive, exciting workshops in which students
transform ideas into companies in just three days. Our participants
are very diverse, hailing from a variety of disciplines, degree levels,
countries, and professional backgrounds. Over 3 intensive days,
we guide them through the early stages of starting a technology
company. They brainstorm ideas, conduct market validation, develop
business models, create brands, and pitch to investors and successful
entrepreneurs. The result is an experience that challenges participants
to innovate, create, and launch real companies.
BizTEC:
BizTEC is Israel’s top technological entrepreneurship program led
by the Bronica Entrepreneurship Center at the Technion. BizTEC’s
mission is to accompany early-stage entrepreneurs through their first
venture. Founded in 2004, it includes students and alumni of more
than 20 campuses across Israel. BizTEC creates the next generation
of technology entrepreneurs. It caters to hundreds of entrepreneurs
annually and is the starting point for many successful startups and
entrepreneurs in many different verticals. We achieve this by creating
a thriving learning environment and providing an extensive network
of partners, mentors, and alumni that leads the teams from ideas to
commercial realization. BizTEC ventures have raised more than $200M.
Dream Factory:
The Technion Dream Factory is an idea-generating, problem-solving
program of the Bronica Entrepreneurship Center (BEC) at the Technion.
Dream Factory brings together Technion innovation and real-world
challenges as the basis for startups. Selected companies challenge Technion
students, who in turn compete to find the best solution. The program goals
are to introduce Technion students to current industry problems and needs,
and to increase the founding rate of enterprise-oriented startups that address
real world problems with validated customer needs and market.
Prizes:
We offer annual prizes which encourage and advance breakthrough
ideas. Prizes are awarded for technologies with commercialization
potential as well as innovation within established companies. Prizes are
awarded to Technion students and faculty members.
International Collaboration:
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We offer two types of international programs.
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The first type of program is hosting of international delegations
interested in learning about entrepreneurial activities at the Technion
Our experienced staff arrange tours and design workshops that
give visitors a taste of the Israeli entrepreneurial ecosystem as well
as training on our educational programs in entrepreneurship.
Moreover, we incorporate international visitors in our activities such
as 3 Day Startup, exposing them to both our methodologies and the
Technion’s brightest talent.
The second type of program focuses on exposing Technion students

interested in entrepreneurship to international markets. We send
delegations of students to workshops, hackathons, competitions, and
other events across the world.
Industry Collaborations:
We have multiple forms of collaborations with industry, including
startup partnerships, hackathons, meet-ups and networking, pitching
events, workshops, and industrial-challenge competitions. Our industry
partners gain access to the finest technological minds in Israel. They
are at the beginning of their journey, so relationships formed at this
stage are especially meaningful and long lasting. Our past partners have
remained in contact with our entrepreneurs for years on, as mentors,
services providers, employers, and partners.
Selected success stories:
Brightest talent.
Deep technologies.
Breakthrough innovations.
Faculties - Materials Science & Engineering
MATERIALS SCIENCE
AND ENGINEERING
The mission of the Faculty of Materials Science and Engineering is to
serve as the national center of teaching and research, by educating
world-class scientists and engineers, and conducting research in
specific fields of materials science and engineering.
The research activities of the Faculty cover most of the important
http://materials.technion.ac.il and advanced topics in materials science and engineering. The
Faculty includes a broad range of research centers and laboratories for
Dean’s office processing and characterization of materials, equipped with a wide
Prof. Eugen Rabkin, Dean range of advanced facilities, supported by experienced staff.
Tel. +972-4-829-4591/2
dean@mt.technion.ac.il
Research Areas:
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Metals and Alloys Ceramic Materials Polymers Nano-materials
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Biomaterials Electronic Materials Functional Materials Materials
for Energy Conversion and Storage Interfaces in Materials
Microstructural Characterization
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Access-to-Research-Facilities Research Facilities Providing Services to Industry:
Contact Materials Characterization:
Dr. Alex Berner Scanning Electron Microscopy:
Tel. +972-4-829-4568 Imaging, chemical mapping (EDS, WDS), crystallographic analysis (EBSD)
berner@technion.ac.il
Transmission Electron Microscopy:

Dr. Yaron Kauffman
High-resolution imaging (atomic scale), crystallographic analysis (electron
Tel. +972-4-829-4567
diffraction), chemical mapping (EDS, EELS), in situ heating and cooling
mtyaron@technion.ac.il
experiments
Mr. Joshua Schecter X-ray Diffraction:

Tel. +972-4-829-4566 Phase identification, strain analysis, in situ heating experiments
chuly@technion.ac.il
Eng. Michael Kalina Atomic Force Microscopy:

Tel. +972-4-829-4795 Surface topography and related parameters
mkalina@technion.ac.il
Mr. Ronen Aviram FTIR:

Tel. +972-4-829-4289 Chemical bonding
ronenmt@technion.ac.il
Dilatometer:
Elongation measurements as a function of temperature, useful
for sintering. Analysis and measurement of coefficients of thermal
expansion. Temperature range: room temperature to 1600°C
Thermal Gravimetric Analyzer (TGA):

Weight loss as a function of temperature. Temperature range: room
temperature to 1100°C
Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC):

Measures the amount of heat required to increase the temperature of
a solid. Used mainly for identifying the type of reaction (endothermic/
exothermic). Temperature range: room temperature to 1400°C
Mr. Ronen Aviram Mechanical Properties:

Tel. +972-4-829-4289 Evaluation of mechanical properties of materials and components using
ronenmt@technion.ac.il tension, compression, flexure, fatigue, impact, and torsion tests
Hardness and Micro-Hardness:

Surface hardness and related mechanical properties
Dr. Galit Atiya Dual-Beam Focused Ion Beam:

Tel. +972-829-5125/5144 Used for nanometer length-scale fabrication, 3D characterization,
gatiya@technion.ac.il and TEM specimen preparation
Specimen Preparation:
Mr. Ronen Aviram Metallographic Laboratory:
Tel. +972-4-829-4289 Cutting, hot mounting press, grinding, and polishing systems
ronenmt@technion.ac.il
Furnace Laboratory:
Carbolite air furnace (R.T-1100°C), electric arc furnace
Eng. Michael Kalina Conventional TEM specimen preparation

Tel: +972-4-829-5795
mkalina@technion.ac.il
Dr. Eugene Konyukhov Magnetron Sputtering:

Tel: +972-4-829-4597 Thin-film depositions
eugene@technion.ac.il
Electron Microscopy Center:

The Electron Microscopy Center, located at the Faculty of Materials
Science and Engineering, serves Faculty and students within the
Technion, as well as from other institutions and local industry. The
Center provides services on all the microscopes, and trains students and
http://mtrmika.technion.ac.il scientists for independent use of the equipment.
The facilities are run by five staff members, and include computerized
light microscopy (LM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and
transmission electron microscopy (TEM). In addition, a complete
specimen preparation laboratory is included within the framework of
the Electron Microscopy Laboratory.
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The Main Microscopes in the Center:

FEI Titan Cubed Themis G2 300:
The Titan Themis G2 300 (FEI) is the world’s highest resolution
commercially available Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM)
and Scanning Transmission Electron Microscope (STEM) microscope
with a high-tension voltage range of 60-300kV, yielding powerful
sub-Ångstrom (atomic scale) imaging and analysis for a broad
range of materials (metals, semiconductors, ceramics, polymers and
organic materials). The Titan’s dedicated platform for correctors and
monochromator technologies and their applications is designed for a
high degree of automation, and provides ultimate stability, performance,
and flexibility. The microscope transfers information deep into sub-
Angstrom resolution, providing the highest performance available in
both TEM and STEM modes, enabling extraordinary new scientific
opportunities for direct observation aimed at enabling analysis of
individual nanostructures at an unprecedented resolution of 0.8Å, which
is approximately one-third the size of a carbon atom.
The Titan Themis features:

A monochromator for sub-eV energy resolution (60-300kV)
A double corrector system (CEOS) for both TEM and STEM modes
enabling sub-Ångstrom resolution
A high-resolution energy filter (Gatan Quantum ER965), for sub-eV
EELS and energy filtered TEM (including ultrafast dual-EELS
capabilities)
Dual-X detector (Bruker) with an effective Solid Angle of 1.76sr for fast
and precise local (atomic) chemical analysis
A high-resolution BF/DF/HAADF STEM system
Ceta2 4Kx4K ultra-high-speed CMOS camera (for in situ)
Lorentz mode for mapping magnetic materials
A DensSolutions double tilt hot stage (up to 1300°C) for in situ
studies
A Gatan double-tilt hot stage (up to 1000°C) for in situ studies
A Gatan double-tilt cryo-stage (liquid N2) for life-science and CBED/
EELS analysis
A Fischione single-tilt tomography holder for EDX TEM and STEM 3D
reconstruction
Contact FEI Tecnai G2 T20 S-Twin TEM:
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Dr. Alex Berner 200keV (or 120keV) TEM with a LaB6 electron source
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service for SEM and and an FEI Supertwin Objective Lens.
analytical methods This microscope is equipped with:
Tel. +972-4-829-4568 BF and DF STEM detectors
berner@tx.technion.ac.il EDS detector (EDAX)
Plate camera and a 1x1K Gatan 694 retractable slow scan CCD
Dr. Yaron Kauffmann DensSolutions double tilt hot stage (up to 1300°C) for in situ studies
service for TEM Gatan double-tilt hot stage (up to 1000°C) for in situ studies
Tel. +972-4-829-4567 Gatan double-tilt cryo-stage (liquid N2) for life-science and CBED/
mtyaron@tx.technion.ac.il EELS analysis
Dr. Galit Atiya FEI Helios NanoLab Dual Beam FIB G3 UC:
service for FIB The dual-beam focused ion beam (FIB) at the Technion was
Tel. +972-829-5125/5144 purchased with the support of the Russell Berrie Nanotechnology
gatiya@technion.ac.il Institute. The Helios NanoLab G3 series DualBeam systems integrate
ion and electron beams for FIB and SEM functionality in one machine.
Eng. Michael Kalina It enables switching between the two beams for quick and accurate
technical service navigation and milling. Convergence of the SEM and FIB at short
Tel. +972-4-829-4518 working distance. The FEI Helios NanoLab DualBeam allows fastest
mkalina@tx.technion.ac.il TEM sample preparation performance and allows highly flexible
failure analysis capability and “slice-and-view” cross-sectioning at
Asst. Prof. Yaron Amouyal high resolution. This SEM/FIB combines the most advanced scanning
academic coordinator electron microscope (SEM) and focused ion beam (FIB) technologies
Tel. +972-4-829-5677 with innovative gas chemistries, detectors, and manipulators.
amouyal@technion.ac.il Featuring unsurpassed SEM resolution, image quality and Tomahawk™
FIB performance, imaging, milling, or preparing samples is fast and
easy for semiconductor and data storage labs, research facilities and
industrial applications. The Helios NanoLab G3 is equipped with EDS
and EBSD and enables 3D tomography.
The Helios NanoLab G3 features:

Ultra-high resolution Elstar™ electron column with the UniColor
source mode
High-resolution Tomahawk™ ion column with ICE (in chamber
electronics) ion detector
The chamber and stage accommodate up to 100 mm samples.
The high accuracy five-axis X, Y, Z, Rotation, Tilt) stage provides full
coverage of 100 mm samples with computer control and
automation of all axes for precise sample manipulation.
The FEI EasyLift NanoManipulator supports higher yields for TEM

sample lift-out through an intuitive, integrated user interface and
attachment to a TEM grid for further analysis. It allows for final
thinning of the sample to be accomplished after attachment to the
TEM grid holder.
Gas Injection System (GIS) – Advanced control of gas chemistries
including FEI proprietary gases for enhanced precision deposition
or bulk material removal.
Auto Slice & view software provide a fully automated recipe
for accurate slice and view.
NanoBuilder allows the creation of structures that are not possible
with other lithographic methods. Users can modify their designs
faster and resulting in quicker iteration than traditional
lithography process.
Zeiss Ultra-Plus FEG-SEM:

A high-resolution Schottky field emission gun SEM (FEG-SEM).
The Zeiss Ultra-Plus features:
A heating stage (Kammrath & Weisse) for in situ heating up to 1050°C
A Picoindenter (model PI85, Hysitron) for in situ mechanical testing
An 80 mm2 active area Oxford SDD EDS detector with an energy
resolution of 127 eV
An EBSD (Electron BackScattered Diffraction) & TKD
(Transmission Kikuchi Diffraction) system for orientation
mapping of crystalline materials
A unique combination of detectors:
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> Everhart Thornley chamber secondary electron detector
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> In-lens secondary electron detector
> In-lens energy selected back-scatter detector
> Four-quadrant angular selected back scatter detector, allowing
imaging in orientation, topographic, or composition modes
> Transmission electron detector for STEM operations, allowing
bright and dark field imaging modes
FEI SEM Quanta 200:

A variable pressure SEM enabling characterization of non-conducting
materials without a conductive coating, equipped with EDS (light
element), WDS and EBSD.
Contact X-Ray Diffraction Laboratory:

Mr. Joshua Schecter The Rikagu SmartLab high-resolution diffraction system available
Tel. +972-4-829-4566 in this laboratory represents the state of the art in fully-automated
chuly@mt.technion.ac.il modular XRD systems. The system incorporates a high-resolution
theta/theta closed loop goniometer drive system, CBO, an in-plane
scattering arm, a 9.0 kW rotating anode generator, and a fully-
automated optical system to make advanced measurements possible
for both expert and novice users of the system.
This diffractometer allows for the investigation of the preferred

orientation of individual crystallites, and residual stress analysis of
powders, polycrystalline materials, and polycrystalline thin films, as well
as single crystalline films. With this system it is also possible to measure
the rocking curves of the samples in the sample-detector decoupled
mode, and to take diffraction profiles in grazing incidence. In addition it is
equipped with an automatic sample changer, a capillary module for small
amounts of powdered samples, and a hot stage operated in various inert
environments (up to 1100°C). Another available mode of the system’s
operation is glancing angle X-ray reflectivity, which provides information
on surface roughness and electron density variations beneath the
surfaces and buried interfaces of various crystalline and non-crystalline
materials, including glasses and polymers.
Faculties - Mathematics
MATHEMATICS
The Faculty of Mathematics was founded in 1950. Today it is one of the
leading mathematics departments in Israel. The Faculty is engaged in
world-class research in both pure and applied mathematics. The
research interests of the Faculty include Algebra, Representation theory,
Number theory, Analysis (Asymptotic Geometric analysis, Complex
http://www.math.technion.ac.il analysis, Differential equations, Functional analysis, Non-linear analysis,
Operators theory and Banach Algebra), Applied Mathematics, Discrete
Mathematics, Ergodic theory and Dynamics, Math Physics, Probability
Dean’s office and Stochastic process, Topology and Geometry.
Prof. Eli Aljadeff
Dean The Center for Mathematical Sciences (CMS) was founded at the Faculty
Tel. +972-4-829-4272 in 1988. Since then it has supported a large variety of research activities,
mathchr@tx.technion.ac.il conferences, special lecture series, workshops, etc.
Industrial Relations Industrial Activity at the Faculty of Mathematics:

Coordinator The Faculty of Mathematics has been involved in applied mathematical
Prof. Jacob Rubinstein research for many years and in many capacities:
Tel. +972-4-829-4096 Startup companies: A number of successful companies were
koby@tx.technion.ac.il founded by the Faculty members and graduates in different areas,
including optics, image processing, and signal processing.
Consulting to industry: Our Faculty members are engaged in
various consulting activities, covering a wide range of areas,
including optimization, optics, mechanics, control, fluid
mechanics, and ‘big data’.
In-house inventions: A number of innovative technologies and
algorithms were invented in the Faculty and patented by the Technion.
Student Projects:
A number of industrial projects were carried out by our undergraduate
students as part of a special training course.
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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the Technion is the major
source of high-level mechanical engineers for Israeli industry and R&D.
Graduates of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering fill senior positions
in Israeli industry, particularly in the high-tech and defense industries.
The Faculty's facilities include advanced teaching and research
http://meeng.technion.ac.il laboratories, a computer facility, and a spacious well-equipped library.
The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the Technion has been

Dean’s office recognized as one of the leading departments in its field. The
Prof. Yoram Halevi research in the faculty is diverse, highly multi-disciplinary, and is at
Dean the forefront of science and technology. Research in the Faculty is
Tel. +972-4-829-2079 carried out through research centers. The centers provide Faculty
medean@technion.ac.il members and their students with the facilities, manpower and
support to conduct their projects.
Industry Relations
Director Research Areas:
Mr. Gady Paran Biomechanics CAD Control Design and Production Design in
Tel. +972-77-887-5073 Marine Environment Dynamical Systems Energy Flow-Structure
gparan@tx.technion.ac.il Interaction Fluid Mechanics and Transport Phenomena Mechanics
of Materials Mechatronics Micro-systems Nano-Mechanics
Optical Engineering Reliability Robotics Surface Engineering
Faculties - Mechanical Engineering
Research Centers and Laboratories:

Materials Mechanics Center:
The Materials Mechanics Center
specializes in the mechanical testing of
materials at low strain rates and in the
http://meeng.technion.ac.il/ fatigue regime. The Dynamic Fracture
research-centers-and-labs Laboratory (DFL), part of the center,
specializes in high rate testing of the
deformation and fracture mechanics of
materials (metals, polymers, ceramics,
and composites). Our dedicated
equipment includes several Split Hopkinson tension and compression
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bars, shear experiments, a materials characterization facility (optical and
SE microscopy), and numerical simulations capability (Abaqus, Ansys).
Contact Moreover, we have a high-speed camera (Kirana), with a 6 million fps
Prof. Daniel Rittel frame rate, total 180 high resolution pictures. The DFL is a unique facility
Tel. +972-4-829-3261 in Israel, at the forefront of the research in the field of dynamic failure of
merittel@technion.ac.il materials.
Computational Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (CFDLAB):

The Computational Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (CFDLAB) specializes
in high-fidelity modeling and simulation of turbulent flows, with
applications in aerodynamics, aeroacoustics, biological/cardiovascular,
combustion, microfluidics, and multiphase flows. Specifically, we focus
http://cfdlab.net.technion.ac.il on advanced numerical methods and models related to applying the
large eddy simulation technique for turbulent flows. We employ high-
Contact performance parallel computing, and feature a 768 core dedicated Linux
Prof. Steven Frankel cluster computer for our work.
Tel. +972-4-887-1746
frankel@technion.ac.il We also feature the use of open-source codes, such as OpenFOAM, and
commercial packages, such as Star-CCM+, depending on the problem.
Contact Multiphase Flow and Thermal Management Laboratory:

Assoc. Prof. Gilad Yossifon The Multiphase Flow and Thermal Management Laboratory specializes
Tel. +972-4-829-3466 in all forms of boiling and multiphase flow phenomena, in particular as
yossifon@technion.ac.il related to thermal management of electronic and optical components,
such as high power computer chips, signal amplifier lasers, and the like.
Our dedicated equipment includes high-speed video, as well as all the
standard thermal-laboratory equipment.
Internal Combustion Engines Laboratory:
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The Technion Internal Combustion Engines Laboratory (TICEL)
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specializes in the development, testing, and modeling spark ignition
and diesel engines for UAV and automotive applications, as well as
advanced hybrid propulsion systems. TICEL is equipped to study
https://meeng.technion.ac.il/ engines and propulsion systems fueled with both conventional and
internal-combustion-engines- alternative fuels. The TICEL staff has gained a rich experience in
laboratory
development, modeling, and testing 4-stroke, 2-stroke, and rotary
internal combustion engines; road tests of motor, hybrid, and electric
Contact
vehicles; and assessment of energy and environmental impacts of
Dr. Leonid Tartakovsky
vehicles and transportation systems.
Tel. +972-4-829-2077
tartak@technion.ac.il
Our dedicated equipment includes several engine dynamometers,
including the dyno with transient capabilities; facilities for mechanical
loss measurement; engine indicating; measurement of fuel
consumption, gaseous and particle emissions; a high-speed camera;
and a facility for flame velocity studies. Our numerical simulation
capabilities include GT-SUITE software. The TICEL is a unique
knowledge center in Israel, at the forefront of the research in the field of
UAV and automotive propulsion.
Nonlinear and Chaotic Dynamical Systems (NCDS) Laboratory:

The Nonlinear and Chaotic Dynamical Systems (NCDS) Laboratory
specializes in the analysis and characterization of nonlinear materials
and structures. The focus of the NCDS Lab includes both identification
of complex material properties that cannot be obtained by standard
http://ncds.technion.ac.il linear analysis, and investigation of unstable and non-stationary
structures that are subject to severe and unsteady environmental
Contact conditions. We make use of multiple-scale asymptotics and numerical
Prof. Oded Gottlieb bifurcation analysis to resolve nonlinear spatio-temporal interactions;
Tel. +972-4-829-3158 and employ chaos theory to determine instabilities governed by
oded@technion.ac.il sensitivity-to-initial-conditions. We are thus able to derive consistent
model-based estimation procedures for validation of combined
geometric (large deformation) and material (thermo-visco-elastic)
nonlinearities from experiments that exhibit self-excited modulation and
multiple coexisting solutions (hysteresis) due to parametric and internal
resonances. The NCSD Lab includes both non-intrusive (high-speed
cameras) and intrusive (strain/acceleration) capabilities to conduct
experiments in high vacuum (and thus isolate the influence of internal
thermo-elastic damping from air drag).
The NCDS lab, located within the Material Mechanics Center at the
Technion, is a unique facility in Israel that is at the forefront of the
research in the field of nonlinear dynamical systems.
Contact William and Sophia Shamban Tribology Laboratory:

Prof. Emeritus Zvi-Pinhas The Shamban and Tribology Laboratory specialize in science and
Bar-Yoseph technology of interacting surfaces in relative motion. Our research, both
Tel. +972-4-829-3476 theoretical and experimental, is in contact mechanics, adhesion, friction,
baryoseph@me.technion.ac.il wear, and lubrication related to fields ranging from mechanics to biology.
We consult and help to solve problems related to wear reduction, energy
Dr. Yuri Kligerman conservation, and increasing reliability and service life of mechanical
Tel. +972-4-829-2075 components and systems. Our dedicated equipment includes optical and
mermdyk@technion.ac.il scanning electron microscopy, surface profilers and hardness testers, and
15 various custom-built tribometers capable of working in different contact
schemes, motion types, and wear modes.
Micro- and Nano-Fluidics Laboratory (MNFL):

The Micro- and Nano-Fluidics Laboratory (MNFL) specializes in studying
transport processes of electrolyte/colloids/cells/biomolecules within
micro- and nano-fluidic devices. We target a number of application
areas, involving primarily electrokinetic actuation, such as energy (e.g.
http://mnfl.technion.ac.il/ electro-chemo-mechanical energy-conversion, heat management),
healthcare (e.g. Lab-on-a-chip) and environmental (e.g. desalination)
Contact applications. Fabrication of the devices is done either within the
Assoc. Prof. Gilad Yossifon Technion's shared micro-fabrication facilities (photolithography, E-Beam,
Tel. +972-4-829-3466 FIB) or in our own Class 1000 clean room.
yossifon@technion.ac.il
The MFNL laboratory has state-of-the-art imaging and electronic
sensing instruments. The key to studying electrokinetic phenomena
in micro- and nano-fluidics is to have an exquisite control over the
generated AC/DC electric field, together with high-precision current
and impedance measurements. The laboratory contains the following
main equipment: spinning-disk confocal and epi-fluorescence imaging
microscopes, Andor's latest sCMOS and EMCCD high-sensitivity camera,
TSI μ-PIV, impedance and current meters, function generators, and
power supplies.
Technion - Mechanical Engineering Industrial
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Affiliates Program (IAP):
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The Technion’s Mechanical Engineering Industrial Affiliates Program
(IAP) was launched in 2009 to serve as a bridge between the
Faculty and leading industrial companies in Israel and worldwide for
the exchange of excellence, and as a framework for relations and
collaboration in the fields of Education and Teaching, Human Resources
& Employment, Research & Development, and Public Relations &
Marketing. Program components were constructed to bypass obstacles
to collaboration, provide win-win solutions to short- and long-term
needs, and pave the way to the consolidation of strategic ties, focusing
on securing the best outcome for the State of Israel and its future.
Through the IAP, industrial companies of all types and sizes, both
domestic and foreign-based, can gain equal access to Faculty resources,
and implement a range of activities to expose the various levels of
company activities to Faculty staff and alumni, and undergraduate
and graduate students in all tracks. All company activities within the
framework of the program are performed with the full support of the
Faculty’s academic, administrative, and technical staff.
Members’ Benefits:
Companies joining our IAP are awarded access to a comprehensive
benefits package, including components from the fields of Education
and Teaching, Human Resources and Employment, Research and
Development, and Public Relations and Marketing. The backbone of
the program consists of package components, listed below. Companies
are always welcome to offer the Faculty new initiatives that enrich
the dialogue, and deepen common grounds and utilization of growth
opportunities to extend the existing benefits package.
Access to Faculty members and students at all levels, with the

following options:
Education and Teaching:

Offering suggestions for students’ final projects
Collaboration with the Faculty-led Technion Formula SAE Initiative
Collaboration with the Faculty-led Technion PACE Initiative
Collaboration with the Faculty’s annual Women’s Day Initiative
Participation in a special annual ‘Faculty Council’ meeting
open to industry
Giving short courses or seminars

Giving guest lectures within the Faculty’s TechTalk Framework
Organizing mini-courses, seminars, summer courses, or advanced
degree programs for company employees (additional payment)
Attending free Faculty courses for company employees
(advance notice required)
Access to Faculty library services (advance notice required).
Human Resources and Employment:

Holding an exclusive Student Recruiting Day twice a year
Participating in a Student Recruiting Day held once a year in the
Faculty building for several companies at a time
Advertising open positions to all Faculty students and alumni
through the Faculty’s Newsletter
Awarding scholarships to Faculty students
Sponsoring Faculty alumni reunions
Sponsoring Faculty graduation ceremonies
Sponsoring Faculty seminars, conferences, and symposia
Public Relations and Marketing:

Company name and logo on a special “Industrial Affiliates” website
linked to the ME Faculty website
Company name and logo on a special “Industrial Affiliates” board in
the ME building lobby
Advertising company activities at the Faculty on electronic boards
located in main entrances to Faculty building
Linking selected company web pages to the Faculty IAP website.
Presenting exhibitions in the Faculty building
Advertising articles and advertisements in the Faculty’s Newsletter
sent to all students, staff and alumni (about 6,000 recipients)

Participation in the annual ME “Research Day”, held once a year, in
which graduate students present their research to Faculty
students, staff, Faculty alumni, Technion Management, and senior
industry executives
Participation in the annual Project Expo, where Faculty
undergraduates in their 4th year present projects they
have designed and built in collaboration with leading
industrial companies
Confidential and reliable channel to Faculty researchers.
Receiving copies of publications and annual activity
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reports produced by the Faculty
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Organizing visits to selected Faculty laboratories
Organizing round-table meetings with staff operating
in fields of mutual interest
Access to the list of courses and research topics
of graduate students
Listing company R&D needs, and making connections
to Faculty capabilities
Discount on execution of company projects in Faculty laboratories
Faculties - Medicine
MEDICINE
The Faculty of Medicine is one of the few medical faculties worldwide
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integrated in a technological institute. Research in the Technion Faculty
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of Medicine has made impressive achievements.
In the short time since its establishment in 1969, the Faculty has earned
http://md.technion.ac.il the scientific community’s highest respect in several research areas.
Two of our Faculty members, Distinguished Professors Avram Hershko

Dean’s office and Aharon Ciechanover, were awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in
Prof. Shimon Marom 2004 for discovering the Ubiquitin system and its crucial role in protein
Dean degradation and cell cycle. The Faculty Center for Degenerative Brain
Tel. +972-4-829-5200 Diseases is world-famous, and has brought about the development of
lilil@techunix.technion.ac.il new medicines for protection against brain degeneration. Our stem cell
scientists are well known as pioneers in their field. Technion Faculty
Industrial Relations members have contributed to the understanding of “crush syndrome”
Coordinator that has enabled the rescue of thousands of earthquake victims around
Prof. Yaron Har-Shai, M.D. the world. The Faculty Centers for Cardiovascular Diseases and Cancer
The Ruth and Bruce Research have made important discoveries in the growth of blood
Rappaport Faculty of vessels and future pharmacological treatment of patients with vascular
Medicine - Technion disease and cancer. These most impressive achievements are only the
Tel. +972-4-825-0679 tip of the iceberg, and have already earned our Faculty a reputation for
har-shai_yaron@clalit.org.il being at the forefront of medical research.
Clinical Professor of Teaching Hospitals:

Plastic Surgery Rambam Health Care Campus Bnei Zion Medical Center Carmel
Holder of the David Erlik Medical Center Hillel Yaffe Medical Center Emek Medical Center
Chair in Surgery Shaar Menashe Mental Health Center Tirat Hacarmel Mental Health
Vice Dean for Strategic Center Mental Health Center Mazra Fliman Geriatric Center
Development Shoham Geriatric Center French Hospital - Nazareth Sanz Medical
Center - Laniado Hospital, Netanya
T2Med Program - 3 Day Startup Event (3DS):

The 3DS Program, established at Nov. 2013, is an annual program takes
place over the course of three days during which 70 students divided
into 7-8 groups from different faculties at the Technion (medicine,
computer science, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering,
mechanical engineering, etc.) collaborate to create healthcare startups.
During these days the students learn to identify unmet needs in
healthcare and medicine, devise technological solutions to these
needs, learn to write a business plan and experience market validation
by physically talking to potential customers and users. They manage
to do all this with the help of the intensive mentorship they receive
from physicians, engineers, researchers, VCs and other experienced
entrepreneurs. At the third day of the program (finals) each group
presents a short presentation of which they elaborate the need, the
market potential, and the solution and establish the budget and miles
stones to proceed. The three winning teams that show a potential for
commercialization, which are chosen by prestigious referees from the
medical and biotech disciplines, get the chance to participate in the
Technion’s BizTec accelerator program as well as the opportunity to fly
to Boston as part of the Technion-BWH Exchange program and meet
with several VCs groups and other entrepreneurs.
In addition to the above three-day T2Med

program, the Faculty of Medicine at the
Technion offers a semester elective medical
entrepreneurship course at the Rappaport
Faculty of Medicine in which 30 students
attend lectures on innovating medical
technologies. The lectures present needs
assessments, pre-clinical testing, prototyping,
IP, writing a business plan, funding and
VC, regulatory issues, product design and
materials, and marketing, as well as a visit
to a Cardiac Cath lab and an innovation
workshop.
Biomedical Core Facility:
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The Biomedical Core Facility (BCF), headed by Dr. Ofer Shenker, is your
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one-stop shop for state-of-the-art technology and expertise. Over the
years the Faculty of Medicine, together with the Rappaport Research
Institute, has been committed to providing excellent resources to
our scientists, and has invested in both advanced instruments and
highly-trained personnel to operate the instruments and support
the science. At the BCF we help with all stages of the experiment –
design, execution, and data analysis. Our services include microscopy,
imaging, whole-animal imaging, flow cytometry, mass cytometry,
molecular biology, genomics, biostatistics and bioinformatics,
supported by miscellaneous research equipment. Access to these
resources is available to all researchers in industry and academia at
affordable prices. Our team of scientists and trained technicians works
in close collaboration to advance your science seamlessly in different
fields and technologies.
Bioimaging Applications Genomic Applications Flow Cytometry General Services

Widefield microscopy RNAseq Polychromatic staining Isothermal Titration Calorimetry

High speed & high resolution DNAseq Functional assays, including Freeze-drying
confocal microscopy BiSseq calcium flux, proliferation, DNA Fluorescence, transmitted,
Live cell high throughput miRNAseq content, etc. luminescence plate readers
imaging ChIPseq Phospho-flow Spectrophotometry
Automatic whole slide Real-Time PCR Multiplexing samples Centrifuges
digitization Single-cell gene expression (barcoding) Scanners (Phosphor Imager,
Rodent bioluminescence, Digital PCR Rare event detection Odyssey)
fluorescence & X-RAY DNA methylation Small particle analysis Gamma & Beta radiation
High resolution micro SNP genotyping mRNA detection counters
ultrasound CNV analysis Precision and enrichment Film Development
Structural 1T micro MRI CRISPR-Cas6 knockout sorting Sonicators & high pressure
Functional 9.4T micro MRI in cell lines Single cell sorting into 96-384 homogeniser
Functional rodent cardiac Human cell line authentication well plates Bio-safety virus room
imaging Sanger sequencing Mass cytometry
Functional rodent brain STR fragment analysis Magnetic bead–based
imaging immunoassays with MAGPIX
In vivo body fat and lean
composition
Personalized image analysis
services
Contact Imaging and Microscopy Center:

Dr. Edith Suss-Toby The Bioimaging Center, headed by Dr. Edith Suss-Toby, offers
Head of Bioimaging Center state-of-the-art technologies enabling visualization, digitization,
Tel. +972-4-829-5347/223 and image analysis from subcellular resolution up to whole animal
ediths@technion.ac.il (rodent). Our team supports researchers with new technologies,
protocols implementation, system operation, image acquisition,
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bioimaging result interpretation and image analysis solutions. We have broad
experience with biomedical research imaging applications. We offer
annual workshops and academic courses for training and education,
presentations of new technologies and a technological information
exchange mailing list. We support researchers from a variety of life
science fields, such as cancer, angiogenesis, atherosclerosis, cardiac
stem cells, development, neurobiology, behavioral research, and
more. Our in vivo imaging unit enables performing longitudinal
multimodality noninvasive imaging; in combination with viral/
genetic manipulations & cellular validation, it creates a unique
research platform.
Our imaging and microscopy center is capable of bridging the gap
between cellular information and in-vivo operational mechanisms.
Below we describe our technologies and applications.
Cellular Microscopy:
The microscopy unit offers transmitted & fluorescence wide field
microscopes, high speed & high resolution laser scanning confocals
and high throughput automated fluorescence digital scanner and live
cell imaging systems. These technologies enable the visualization and
digitization of molecules, proteins, and organelles in live cells, fixed
3D matrices, tissues. We offer short or long-term live cell time-lapse
imaging systems, and high-resolution large-scale whole slide imaging.
Among the feasible applications are protein expression, protein co-
localization, tube formation, wound healing, cell population interactions,
calcium imaging, FRAP, FRET, photo activation, and more. For more
information and image gallery please enter our site.
Our services have expanded to two new units: 1. Histopathology unit for
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automated paraffin and cryo section slide preparation (Leica equipment)
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2. Electron Microscopy (EM) biological specimen preparation unit.
In vivo Imaging Unit:

The in vivo imaging unit provides an optical high throughput imaging
system for tumor progression screening with fluorescence and
bioluminescence detection, IVIS 200, a fluorescence stereoscope for
ex-vivo metastasis imaging, a high-resolution micro-ultrasound system
(US), Vevo-2100, equipped with acquisition modules suitable for vascular,
cancer, contrast agent application, high resolution cardiac US imaging and
US guided injection. We run an in vivo NMR analyzer, providing in vivo fat/
lean ratio suitable for brain, diabetes, behavioral research, an Aspect 1T
MRI system suitable for 2D & 3D whole body anatomical imaging, matrix
implants, tumor and metastasis progression (lung, brain, spinal cord, and
pancreas), contrast agent applications, histology ex vivo MR imaging. Our
9.4T Bruker high-resolution functional MRI system is suitable for functional
kidney imaging, functional 3D cardiac imaging, functional brain imaging,
high resolution brain anatomy and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI).
Our in vivo imaging unit is a unique research platform enabling

multimodality imaging, data co-registration, and combination with
behavioral studies.
Computational Image Analysis Unit:

We strive to advance research by developing quantitative image
analysis methods for multimodality imaging applications in multiple
research areas. Additionally, our mission is to familiarize our medical and
engineering students with image analysis methodologies to provide
image-based quantitative analysis services for both clinical and basic
research using advanced computer-aided methods.
Our unit is equipped with advanced image analysis software: Imaris

8.3, AutoQuant Deconvolution, Zeiss ZEN, Image Pro Premier 9.2, FIJI,
Photoshop, Living image, and a custom made MRI tool. We provide data
visualization, rendering, deconvolution, segmentation, quantitative data
analysis, including phase contrast image analysis for wound healing, tube
formation, immunochemistry, big data analysis, data co alignment and co
registration, cellular component relationships, personalized image analysis
solutions, including macro, batch and GUI software programming. For
more information and image gallery please enter our site.
Contact Genomics Center:

Dr. Liat Linde The Genomics Center is headed by Dr. Liat Linde, and provides cutting-
Head of Genomics Center edge technologies and applications. We have been supporting research
Tel. Office +972-4-829-5452 along the entire project trajectory, from initial experimental design
Tel. Lab. +972-4-829-5221 through high-quality experimentation and finally customized data
linde@tx.technion.ac.il analysis. Our service is comprehensive, reliable and attentive manner.
Our team is comprised of highly trained and experienced scientists,
genomics experts in all aspects of genomic analysis and bioinformatics. We aim
to function as one stop shop offering user-friendly and personalized
genomic solutions to our ever growing clientele. We can deal with
large-scale projects with hundreds of samples, as well as small highly-
tailored projects with a few samples. In addition to our in-house
comprehensive technologies, we work closely with you and can direct
you to the very best affiliated facilities for all your needs. Among our
customers are several pharmaceutical and biotech companies from
across the country.
Next Generation Sequencing:

The Genomics Center offers next generation sequencing (NGS)
application in large-scale and small-scale. Every new project starts with
a kick-off meeting where research question is clarified, bioinformatics
data analysis pipeline suggested, and statistical analysis tools proposed.
Using our extensive genomics knowhow we offer an assortment of
solutions, from basic to cutting-edge projects, using tools from the public
domain as well as in-house customized scripts. We also offer meaningful
interpretation of gene lists using several tools such as Ingenuity Pathway
Analysis (IPA), FGNet and iPathwayGuide. Here comes a list of different
types of analyses we can perform, among others:
Gene expression, microRNA and alternative RNA splicing profile
(RNAseq)
Single base and structural variant detection (DNAseq, exome
sequencing)
Low frequency variant detection (Cancer samples)
DNA methylation profile (Bisulfite DNAseq)
Identification of novel transcripts (De-novo RNAseq assembly)
16S rRNA profiling (Microbiome sequencing)
DNA-protein interaction analysis (ChIP-seq and more)
RNA-protein interaction analysis (RIP-seq, CLIP, etc.)
DNA conformation profile (Hi-C, ATAC-seq, etc.)
CRISPR Genome Editing:
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The center offers CRISPR knockout in mammalian cells (using the
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NEPA21 Electroporator), in two modes of service:
Full- from design step to knockout cells. At the end we will provide
two freeze vials of knockout clone.
Consultation- includes sgRNA and primers’ design together with
guidance along the process (PCR for screening, Sanger) and reagents for
start. It is for researchers who wish to perform CRISPR in their own lab.
Gene Expression:
The center offers a range of gene expression platforms from whole
genome expression profile by illumina, through 48/96 transcripts format
by Fluidigm, to single transcripts by qPCR.
SNP and CNV:

The center offers detection of SNPs and copy number variations (CNVs)
using Illumina BeadChips for human and agriculture products. Additionally,
more focus formats for validation and screening are available, either at
48-96 SNPs format (Fluidigim BioMark HD) or less (Ion Torrent PGM).
DNA methylation:
The center offers the Illumina EPIC Methylation panel which allows
researchers to interrogate over 850K methylation sites quantitatively
across the genome at single-nucleotide resolution. Additionally we offer
amplicon based focused formats using the Ion Torrent PGM technology.
Real Time PCR:

The center offers large scale PCR reactions with high sensitivity, single
cell gene expression and digital PCR (dPCR) which is useful for absolute
quantification and rare allele detection.
Human cell line authentication:

The center offers human cell lines authentication to ensure that
you are working with the correct cell line.
Sanger sequencing:
The center offers Sanger for long contiguous DNA sequences (~900
nucleotides). We perform hundreds of Sanger sequencings each day,
and provide the results within two working days. We perform QC for all
reactions before uploading the results.
DNA/RNA extraction:
The center offers automated purification of DNA and RNA on the
QIAcube from cells and tissues. Protocols are available for a wide range
of organisms such as cells and tissues of human and other animals,
plant, yeast, bacteria and cyanobacteria.
DNA/RNA quality and quantity:

The center offers TapeStation automated electrophoresis to determine
the quality of DNA or RNA sample. In addition, we offer several
methods for determining nucleotides acid concentration, such as Qubit
Fluorometer, Picogreen dye. Quality and precise quantity of DNA and
RNA are essential factors in the success of genomic protocols.
Contact Flow and Mass Cytometry Center:

Dr. Amir Grau The Flow and Mass Cytometry Center is headed by Dr. Amir Grau,
Head of Flow and Mass and is dedicated to provide a suite of services for state-of-the-art flow
Cytometry Center and mass cytometry. Our expert team will support your research with
Tel. +972-77-887-1101 experiment design, instrument operation, data analysis, interpretation
amirgrau@technion.ac.il and in developing of novel cytometry-based techniques.
flow-cytometry Fluorescence Activated Cell Sorting:
We operate four advanced cell analyzers:
A 16 channels Stratedigm S1000EXi High Throughput System (HTS)
with four lasers, including a 561 laser line
A 16 channels BD LSR Fortessa with four lasers, including a UV laser line
A 11 channels Dako CyAN ADP with three lasers
A 4 channels BD FACS Calibur with two lasers
All parameters measured at a single cell level. Over the years our team
has developed expertise in various assays, including polychromatic
staining, functional assays, phospho-flow, multiplexing samples, rare
event detection, and small particle analysis.
For cell sorting, we offer:

A 14 channels BD FACSAria IIIu Cell Sorter with five lasers, including
near-UV and Yellow/Green lasers.
We provide expertise in rapid enrichment sorting, precision sorting and

single cell sorting into 96-384 well plates.
Mass Cytometry:
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The Cytometry Center operates Israel's first mass cytometry instrument
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– the CyTOF – which can measure up to 100 parameters on every
cell by using antibodies (as in FACS) labeled with metal isotopes. Mass
cytometry allows ground-breaking science for discovery, diagnostics,
and high-throughput screening. To support researcher, we have
established a metal-conjugated antibody bank consisting of about
380 antibodies against mouse or human. Our team will be happy to
introduce you to the technology and its utility for your R&D.
MAGPIX Multiplex Reader:

We can support your research with our magnetic bead–based
immunoassays MAGPIX reader that measures up to 50 analytes per
sample in a single reaction volume. This multiplex reader is capable
of both qualitatively and quantitatively analyze proteins, including
phosphoproteins, and nucleic acids in a variety of samples in a simple
and convenient ELISA-like workflow.
Preclinical Research Authority:

For the last three decades the Experimental Surgery and Laboratory
Animal Unit, or in its current name, the Preclinical Research Authority
has been a leading research facility, supplying quality preclinical study
services to leading biomedical and start-up companies, and providing a
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Our main expertise lies in preclinical study design and conduction of

Contact efficacy and safety studies. Over years of activity we have acquired
Dr. Rona Shofty experience in product development studies, and servicing leading
DVM, PhD, Dip. LAM, and pioneering researchers and companies in fields of cardiology,
Head Preclinical invasive cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, orthodontics,
Research Authority gastroenterology, obstetrics, and imaging. Expertise gained through
rona@tx.technion.ac.il years of research, combined with constant input in structure and
equipment, enables conduction of top quality animal studies in our unit.
Dr. Asaph Zaretsky
DVM, Dip. LAM, Deputy Head Advanced research environment and up-to-date medical equipment:
Preclinical Research Authority Digital Fluoroscopic machines X-ray Echocardiography ICUS
Tel. +972-4-829-5337 IVUS Endoscopy and Laparoscopy platform By-pass machine
Fax. +972-4-829-5339 Orthopedics equipment Microsurgery tools In-house laboratory
asaph@tx.technion.ac.il including blood gas analysis, CBC, and ACT Availability of CT
and MRI screening

Animal Enrollment:
All animals are obtained from approved suppliers, and are recruited after
health screening. A period of acclimatization or isolation and animal
preparation is mandatory for all participating animals.
In-house recovery and hospitalization
Long term maintenance, at a secluded farm under PCRA supervision
Full monitoring and record-keeping
Conduction of all studies requires the approval of the Technion
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, and is carried out in
strict compliance with international guidelines.
Facility Description:
Two buildings one at the upper campus and the other at the faculty of
medicine comprise a total of 3500sqm including 2 SPF rodent facilities,
NONSPF rodent rooms, a biohazard ward, PDX section, rodent imaging
area, five large animal surgery rooms, a large animal section, and a
service area.
The SPF rodent section is a self-contained section of the Unit with
animal maintenance and isolation rooms, and has its own separate
service area and surgery room. Animals are maintained in individually
ventilated cages (IVCs), and rooms are equipped with laminar flow
work stations. Isolation rules apply to this section, and it has separate
entrance and exits. All rooms have air filtration, and positive air pressure
gradient is maintained and monitored. Access is restricted to authorized
researchers, and dedicated personnel are assigned specifically to this
section in order to ensure strict separation from the rest of the unit.

The Multidisciplinary Laboratories of the Bruce Rappaport Faculty
of Medicine and those of Life Sciences in the main campus offer
advanced imaging equipment:
MRI 9T MRI1T Micro US-Vevo 2100 (Visualsonics) IVIS 200 NMR
Stereoscopes Fluorescent Stereoscope Laser Doppler - Moor Inst
The large animal surgery section comprises five modern, fully-equipped

surgery rooms and an X-ray room located together in an isolated area.
All rooms are equipped with anesthetic machines and PP ventilators,
monitoring equipment, ceiling-mounted surgery lights, and central gas
supply and evacuation systems. The rooms have air filtration by Hepa-
filters, and positive air pressure is maintained and monitored. All rooms,
doors and windows are x-ray shielded.
Technion Integrated Cancer Center (TICC):
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Cancer is a collection of complex diseases and is the leading cause of
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death in the Western world. Whereas some cancers have been partially
defeated, mostly due to early diagnosis and the development of novel
therapeutic modalities, others have become more common and more
aggressive. Cancer originally stems from a mutated normal cell, but in
the course of treatment, many more mutations develop that make the
tumor more aggressive and resistant to treatment.
From being initially isolated, the tumor soon develops a symbiotic

network between the cancer cells and the surrounding normal tissue.
In order to sustain itself and grow, a tumor must continuously recruit
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new capillary blood vessels. These abnormal blood vessels have
malignant characteristics and, in addition to providing nourishment
to the cancerous cells, serve as a gateway for tumor cells to enter the
Contact circulation and disseminate as metastases to distant sites.
Dist. Prof. Aaron Ciechanover
Head
aaroncie@tx.technion.ac.il
Prof. Ze’ev Ronai

Head
ronai@technion.ac.il
Mrs. Dafna Joseph

TICC administrator
Tel. +972-4-829-5229
djoseph@med.technion.ac.il
The Technion has established the Technion Integrative Cancer Center

(TICC) to enable interdisciplinary teams of doctors and scientists –
including clinicians/oncologists, protein chemists, structural biologists,
organic synthetic chemists, computational chemists, bioinformaticists
and data set analysts – to collaborate with engineers from a variety
of disciplines on developing sensitive diagnostic sensors to diagnose
the disease at an early, treatable stage, and creating guiding devices
to selectively carry drugs to the disease site. TICC will combine basic
discovery with clinical research, leveraging the Technion’s expertise and
resources to carry out clinical and translational research, culminating
in clinical trials. As an integrative comprehensive cancer center,
TICC will exploit the Technion’s unique strengths and bring together
interdisciplinary teams of leading doctors and scientists to work
together to combat cancer.
The TICC cores (which will include Histopathology; Chemical

Genomics & Drug Discovery; Imaging; Genomics / Epigenetics /
Bioinformatics; Personalized Medicine; Single Cell Tumor Heterogeneity)
will coordinate the efforts of outstanding researchers and fully exploit
the interdisciplinary nature of TICC.
About the TICC:

Battling cancer begins with the understanding that the disease is driven
by a combination of genetic and epigenetic changes; the latter dynamic
modifications are part of cancer’s adaptation to the microenvironment
and response to therapy. Breast or prostate cancer tumor cells, for
example, not only differ from patient to patient, but also differ within
the tumor of an individual patient. This makes the therapeutic approach
especially challenging, requiring a multidisciplinary approach to
developing diagnostic and therapeutic modalities.
To address unmet clinical needs, drive new discoveries, and evaluate
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future medicines requires the concerted, focused efforts of experts from
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areas such as biology, chemistry, physics, engineering and computer
science, working together with oncologists.
The Technion is ideally positioned to pursue multidisciplinary cancer

research because it has all three of the essential elements necessary
for success: basic research (the Rappaport Faculty of Medicine); clinical
and translational research, along with clinical trials (the Rambam Health
Care Campus and four other hospitals affiliated with the Technion); and
strong science- and engineering-based faculties on the main campus.
The vision of the TICC is to combine basic discovery with clinical
research, leveraging the Technion’s expert facilities and resources to
create an integrative comprehensive cancer center.
The Technion is the only institute in Israel with expertise in the diverse
disciplines required to conduct both modern cancer research and
clinically oriented work. The Technion’s strong Faculties of Chemistry,
Mathematics, Materials Science & Engineering, and Biology, as well as
the Russell Berrie Nanotechnology Institute, are renowned for their
innovation in computational analysis of complex networks operating
in cancer cells, and for development of new drugs using advanced
chemistry. Technion researchers in the fields of materials science and
nanotechnology have made significant advances in formulating new
drugs and devising ways to deliver them to tumor sites.
As part of TICC, the Technion is establishing a basic drug discovery

unit in the Rappaport Faculty of Medicine. This unit, which will be the
heart of TICC, is where new targets of future medicines, unidentified
biomarkers for prevention or diagnosis of tumor growth, unknown
paradigms of cancer development, and novel therapies will be
discovered. These discoveries will be advanced in preclinical studies
via collaborative projects among experts working in the specialized
departments mentioned above.
A crucial part of TICC consists of a network of five hospitals affiliated

with the Technion. Those include facilities in Hadera in the south
and Afula in the north, plus three additional hospitals in Haifa. (The
Rambam Health Care Campus is located just across the street from the
Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, making such collaborations particularly
efficient.) This network covers the northern half of Israel, consists of
3,500 beds, and treats 2 million patients. It will not only provide a
valuable resource of human tissue samples for assessment in TICC
laboratories, but also the infrastructure essential to carry out clinical
trials driven by TICC discoveries.
TICC Mission:
Despite recent advances in cancer therapy, with targeted therapies
becoming more prevalent and immune-based therapies paving new
roads for prolonged tumor-free survival, there is still no solution to some
of the most critical problems in today’s cancer therapy.
The TICC will focus on these unmet clinical needs in order to deepen
our understanding of cancer biology, the complexity inherent in tumor
heterogeneity and plasticity, the propensity of tumors to metastasize,
and tumors’ ability to establish resistance to targeted therapies.
TICC will be equally positioned to address fundamental processes now

recognized as underlying the promotion (advancement) of cancer,
including obesity, inflammation, diabetes and related metabolic stress
syndromes. These processes implicitly affect the gut microbiome and
the immune system, and consequently, the tumor microenvironment,
with direct implications for tumor dormancy. TICC will address
each of these unmet clinical needs by establishing a critical mass of
leading scientists with complementary expertise, thereby allowing
interdisciplinary collaborations, cross fertilization and the advancement
of research toward treatments.
TICC Goals:
Establishing multidisciplinary, state-of-the-art laboratories
for basic cancer research
Translating basic discoveries into new medicines
Developing clinical trials of translational discoveries at one of five
Technion-affiliated medical centers (Rambam, Carmel and Bnei Zion
Medical Centers in Haifa; the Emek Medical Center in Afula;
and Hillel Yafe Medical Center in Hadera)
Training the next generation of physicians and scientists
Advancing outreach, education and cancer control programs
Leadership:
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TICC will expand on existing expertise at the Rappaport Faculty of
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Medicine and the main campus to address each of the major subjects
highlighted in our critical “unmet clinical needs” diagram. Our existing
expertise in biochemistry, led by TICC Co-director and Nobel Laureate,
Distinguished Professor Aaron Ciechanover, will be augmented by cell
biologists and signaling experts who use genetic models to address
problems associated with metabolic stress, tumor dormancy, tumor
metastasis and resistance to therapy.
Prof. Ze’ev Ronai, a world-renowned expert in cancer biology and signal

transduction pathways, has been recruited as the Co-director to lead the
TICC, along with Prof. Ciechanover. Prof. Ronai has studied fundamental
mechanisms underlying tumor adaptation to stress, including metabolic
stress, which are often seen in response to therapies and harsh micro-
environmental conditions, such as a low level of oxygen (hypoxia).

Scientific Focus:
The leadership of Prof. Ciechanover and Prof. Ronai has enabled the
Technion to recruit Prof. Eyal Gottlieb, a world leader in the field of
metabolism, to the Rappaport Faculty of Medicine. Prof. Gottlieb brings
critical expertise that has already become fundamental in understanding
important aspects underlying tumor ability to reorganize metabolic
networks to enable its sustained growth and metastatic potential, as
well as resistance to therapy.
Additional leaders will be identified and recruited to enable support of

the key components listed in the matrix. These include experimental
and system biology experts who study tumor heterogeneity and its
propensity to adapt to different growth conditions (also appreciated
as tumor cell plasticity), experts in analysis at the single cell level, and
experts with extensive computational ability in complex networks.
Likewise, TICC will be making efforts to identify experts in the tumor

microenvironment who use advanced genetic models, which will
allow TICC to integrate tumor-stroma interactions, cross-talk with the
immune system and the effects of the physiological environment,
including that of hypoxia.
A key component in TICC’s ability to develop tomorrow’s medicines

is the establishment of a robust drug discovery program and the
development of a pipeline. This will be accomplished through the
recruitment of expert(s) in structural biology and medicinal chemistry,
who are experienced in developing and performing screens for small
molecule inhibitors in cell-based phenotypic assays. This expertise will
enable the translation of TICC’s fundamental discoveries at the level of
small molecules that will be evaluated as candidates for preclinical and
clinical trials.
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PHYSICS
During the first 30 years of its existence, the Technion had no
separate science departments, although a basic education in physics
was considered important, and was included in the curriculum of
the Technion from the outset. In 1948 after the War of Independence
the Technion started expanding, and in 1952 a Faculty of Science
http://phys.technion.ac.il/en was established. A Department of Physics was formed as a part of
the Faculty. The first Department chairman was Prof. Nathan Rosen,
Dean’s Office Einstein’s last assistant.
Prof. Assa Auerbach
Dean The first class of six students graduated in 1956. Since then the
Tel. +972-4-829-3902 Faculty has kept growing, and today maintains a vigorous research
deanphys@ph.technion.ac.il program in all the major fields of physics, including astrophysics,
high-energy physics, condensed matter physics, and biophysics.
Industrial Relations Research programs in experimental physics include high energy
Coordinator physics, bioelectronics, plasma physics, semiconductors and quantum
Mrs. Avital Rosenthal structures, nonlinear optics, magnetism, and superconductivity.
Tel. +972-4-829-2608
avital@physics.technion.ac.il
Faculties - Physics
The Faculty has a strong teaching program both at the undergraduate

and graduate levels. Along with the regular undergraduate program
in Physics, the Faculty currently emphasizes the development of
interdisciplinary undergraduate programs. These programs lead to a
double degree in Physics and in Electrical Engineering, Physics and
Materials Engineering, Physics and Mathematics.
The Faculty also has a joint program with Mechanical Engineering for
Opto-Mechanics. The graduate program offers both courses and thesis
research projects in all the above-mentioned subjects. Over the years
the Faculty’s graduates have taken leading positions both in industry
and in academic institutions, and they continue to be in strong demand.
The Faculty has been responsible for teaching physics to all Technion
students. Approximately 4,000 students from all departments take
physics courses each semester. Due to this fact, the Faculty of Physics
has a great advantage, as almost every student in the Technion goes
through our Faculty, thus giving us full access to them all.
The Faculty of Physics is all about research. Nevertheless, we are

dedicated to interfacing with the world of industry, and we see the
importance and strength of the connection between both worlds.
We do our best to give our students the knowledge and tools that
they need to advance in both the research and industrial sectors.
Our main goal is to further enhance the mutual contribution and
benefit of both sides.
Research Areas:
Astrophysics and General Relativity Atomic and Molecular Physics
Biophysics and Non-Equilibrium Statistical Mechanics Condensed
Matter and Materials Physics High-Energy Physics Mathematical
Physics Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Non-linear Optics
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research/research-groups
Research Groups:
List of people by research Astrophysics Atomic Physics Computational Physics Electron
topic can be found in: Spectroscopy Extreme Nonlinear Optics Group Experimental High
Energy Group Magnetism Optics Plasma Physics String Theory
http://phys.technion.ac.il/en/
people/by-topic Theoretical Particle Physics
Physics Industrial Affiliates Program:
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Departmental colloquia
Joint projects: with research centers and laboratories
Sponsoring laboratory sets/experiments/equipment
Teaching:
Workshops, seminars and guest lectures: presented in the Faculty
by representatives of suitable companies
Mini courses, seminars, summer courses and professional graduate
programs: presented in the Faculty by Faculty researchers
to company employees, and vice versa
Human Resources:
Recruiting day: company recruitment events: company’s R&D
fields and technology
scholarships, and recruiting days

Increasing a company’s visibility: company’s name and logo
presentation at the Faculty Academia Industry Affiliates program
web page linked from the Faculty official website
Classified ads distribution by direct mailing, faculty website and
bulletin boards; Sponsorship opportunity for alumni conferences,
seminars, competitions, projects, etc
Advertising company's activities/events: Faculty monthly newsletter,
Faculty website, bulletin boards to staff and students
Sponsoring academic contest for graduate/undergraduate students
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Contact
Prof. Marcelle Machluf
Dean & Academic supervisor SYSTEMS
CHARACTERIZATION
machlufm@technion.ac.il
Dr. Sigal Eichler
(NNSCC)
Center manager
Tel. +972-77-887-1936
eichler@tx.technion.ac.il
The Russell Berrie nanoparticles thermal and mechanical

characterization center was established by the Russell Berrie
Nanotechnology Institute, in the Faculty of Biotechnology & Food
engineering. This center was founded in order to provide accessibility
and support for variety of facilities and techniques for Nanoparticles
and Nano systems and for thermal and mechanical properties of
complex system.
This center is aimed to serve the Technion users as well as other

academic or industrial users.
Facilities:
Spectroscopy:
The center is equipped with a FluoroLog 3-22 Spectrofluorometer
that provides fluorescence measurements with very high sensitivity,
allowing the detection of very low intensities of fluorescence.
Moreover it can scan samples in a very fast way.
A unique 3D capability enables scanning of both excitation

and emission spectra for locating optimal fluorescent response
wavelengths.
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Nanostructure Analysis:
Atomic Force Microscope (AFM):
The NanoWizard® II BioAFM measures topography with nanometric
resolution. Other sample characteristics originating from probe-surface
interactions, are acquired simultaneously with the topography in the
different imaging modes, and are demonstrated as images. This AFM is
also able to perform measurements in a controlled liquid environment
(flow, temperature), which can be critical for living cell experiments.
Measurements can be made in the temperature range from 0 to 100°C.
X-ray Diffraction (XRD):

X-ray diffraction (XRD) is a non-destructive experimental technique aimed for
all kinds of matter—ranging from fluids, to powders and crystals. This type of
technique provide advanced, versatile, and cost-effective diffraction solutions
for wide range of users from research, development, and quality control.
XRD is a scientific tool used in order to identify the atomic and

molecular arrangement of crystalline molecules within the crystal
structure. This molecular arrangement is determined by measuring the
diffraction pattern obtained after the interaction of x-ray beam with a
crystal structure. By measuring the diffraction angles and intensities, one
can determine the mean positions of the atoms in the crystal.
The Russell Berrie Nanoparticles and Nanometric Systems Characterization

Center is equipped with Rigaku SmartLab 3kW diffractometer instrument.
The Rikagu SmartLab high-resolution diffraction system represents the
state of the art x-ray diffraction instrument with fully automated modular
systems. The system incorporates a high-resolution theta/theta closed
loop goniometer drive system, cross beam optics (CBO), a 3.0 kW sealed
tube anode generator, and D/tex Ultra 250 1D silicon strip detector. The
instrument optical systems are fully automated thus providing advance
measuring ability for both expert and novice users.
Our instrument is equipped with an Anton Paar TTK 450 mid-low

temperature chamber providing sample cooling and heating in the
range of -193°C to 450°C using liquid nitrogen. Such apparatus offers
large temperature range and ease of use for a wide range of applications
for liquid to solid materials. Vacuum (10-² mbar) conditions could also
be used in this setup.
Nanotechnology:
Particle size analyzer based on the laser diffraction technique:
The center is equipped with a new Mastersizer 3000 (Malvern
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10 nm to 3.5 mm. This instrument is working using Hydro MV sample
dispersion unit that is a fully automated for medium volume wet sample
dispersion unit.
Particle size analyzer based on dynamic light scattering DLS:

We operate Vasco (Cordouan) that can be used to determine particle
size distribution in the range of few nanometers to few microns in
relatively concentrated solutions, in Dark/Opaque dispersions/emulsions,
up to 40%V solids (and even more as long as we have Brownian Motion)
with no need of dilution. Setting sample temperature 15°C-70°C. The
sample volume is only ~75µl and the system has no consumables.
Mechanical Properties:
EZ Series EZ50 Universal Materials Testing Machine LLOYD
INSTRUMENTS:
This instrument is used to characterize the mechanical properties of
materials, include fixtures for different tests (tension, compression,
bending, fracture) load cells (1kN, 50 kN), and extensometers.
TA - HR-2 Discovery Hybrid Rheometer:

In this instrument rheological characterization can be performed
on a wide variety of materials including polymer melts, soft solids,
suspensions and emulsions. The HR-2 model is capable of applying
torques range of 2 mNm to 200 mNm , high angular velocity up to
300rad/s, and normal force up to 50N. The HR-2 It includes popular
patented Smart Swap® geometries, a new TRIOS Software for
performing Flow, Step Transient (Creep and Stress Relaxation), and
Oscillation experiments.
The system is equipped with DHR Electrically Heated Plate System

(EHP) that provides active heating and cooling rate of parallel plate and
cone and plate geometries up to 30°C/min and maximum temperature
of 400°C.
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Thermal Analysis:
Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA):
We use in our center thermal gravimetric analyzer (Q5000 IR, TA
Instruments). It provides superior temperature resolution of thermal
events. By analyzing the weight changes in a material as a function of
temperature (or time) under a controlled atmosphere of N2. It can be
used to understand the thermal stability and composition up to 1000°C,
(Top of specification: auto sampler – 25 sample Included ,weight Range
100 mg, Sensitivity < 0.1 μg Linear Heating Rate (°C/min) 0.1 to 500).
Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC):

Measures the heat flow associated with phase transitions or reactions,
such as melting, crystallization, solid phase transition, glass transition,
curing, sorption, etc. We have HP-DSC 1 Mettler which can use both
as a regular DSC and as a high pressure DSC. The high-pressure DSC
cell is based on the successful Thermal Analysis DSC 1 technology and
guarantees outstanding performance thanks to its FRS5 and HSS7 DSC
sensors. The HP DSC 1 operates at overpressures from 0 to 10 MPa and
from room temperature up to 700°C.
FERMENTATION
Contact
Prof. Yuval Shoham
Academic supervisor
AND PROTEIN
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PURIFICATION
Dr. Noa Lavid
Center manager
Tel. +972-77-829-2928
CENTER
lavid@tx.technion.ac.il
The fermentation and protein purification center is located, in the

Faculty of Biotechnology & Food engineering. The center provides
aerobic and anaerobic fermentation facilities for up to 75 liter, anaerobic
chamber and downstream processing for protein purification including
continuous flow centrifugation, cell homogenizers and several FPLC
chromatography systems.
Bioreactors:
BioEngineering 75 liter:
The fermenter system consists of 75 liters (working volume), pre-
assembled unit, control cabinet mounted on a stainless steel frame,
supplied with all necessary piping, valves. The system is fully suitable
for inline CIP and SIP.
UD 50 liter fermenter:
The system includes pH and O2 electrodes, antifoam level controller.
Solaris M series 30.0:

The system consists of 30 liters fermenter (working volume), pre-
assembled unit, control cabinet mounted on a stainless steel frame,
supplied with all necessary piping, valves and instruments, automation,
control panel (HMI). The system is designed for aerobic and anaerobic
fermentations, closed aseptic operations. The skid hold all the piping
and all utilities need to be connected at one point of the skid. The
control is based on a PLC-SCADA control system.
Service Units - Fermentation Center
Anaerobic Hood:
The Coy Vinyl Anaerobic Chambers provide a strict anaerobic
atmosphere of 0-5 parts per million (ppm) using a palladium catalyst
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and hydrogen gas mix of 5%. The heavy duty vacuum airlock allows 227
sample transfer without changes to the internal atmosphere.
Cell Homogenizers:
The Micro DeBEE laboratory homogenizer is an air powered unit with
a capacity of 15 liters per hour. This instrument is suitable for a broad
range of applications such as cell disruption, particle size reduction,
nano/mico emulsions and dispersions.
EmulsiFlex®-C3 Avestin:
A high pressure pump pushes the product through an adjustable
homogenizing valve. The product can also be passed through a
membrane. It can be collected or recycled to the reservoir via tubing/
pipes or heat exchanger.

Continuous flow centrifugation:
The CEPA high-speed centrifuge Z41 is widely used in a variety of
biological processes from cell harvesting and clarifying to separations
of chemicals, foods, blood and pharmaceuticals. High performance
is consistently achieved in continuous, semi-continuous or batch
operations. Ruggedly built the centrifuge provide an efficient, cost-
effective technology for research through production applications.
The CEPA Z41 centrifuges efficiently separate from 1-200 liters of
biological cultures and other mixtures.
Fast Protein Liquid Chromatography Avant/Explorer/Basic/Start:

The center has several ÄKTA chromatography systems that can handle
simple and complex protein purification methods in different scales,
accelerating daily routines. In addtion or easy-to-use chromatography
system that automates manual purification procedures using for
example HiTrap columns. All systems are controlled by UNICORN,
a common software platform that guides users through different
purification scales and applications.
Service Units - IIM
ISRAEL INSTITUTE
http://iim.technion.ac.il
OF METALS (IIM)
The Israel Institute of Metals is a research institute operating under the
Technion umbrella in full cooperation with the scientists and researchers
Contact
of the Technion. The Institute was founded in 1963 to serve as a bridge
Eng. Haim Rosenson
between the academic community of the Technion and traditional Israeli
Director of the Israel
industry. The Institute leads in engineering, scientific, and technological
Institute of Metals
innovations. Its activities include the industrial application of advanced
Tel. +972-4-829-4474/3
capabilities stemming from cutting-edge technology. In order to fulfill its
rosenson@technion.ac.il
mission, the Institute is involved in national and international research
activities, as well as cooperating with leading global research institutions
in bilateral and multilateral research frameworks.
The Institute’s researchers are served by the wide range of the

Technion’s laboratories and state-of-the-art facilities.
In order to provide efficient coverage of metals-related issues,

the Institute operates the following professional laboratories:
Additive Manufacturing (3-D Printing) Laboratory
Metallurgical Engineering and Powder Technology
Foundry Technology
Corrosion Prevention, Surface Treatment, and Laser Technology
The Institute is certified under ISO 17020 (Inspection Activity) and ISO
17025 (Testing Laboratory), and is well known for its highly professional
staff and operation.
Metals Additive Manufacturing (3-D Printing) Center:

Additive manufacturing (AM) technology is an innovative field that has
come to be known as the “third industrial revolution”. The technology
enables the production of components with complex geometry
and high mechanical properties. This technology is predicted to
become an integral part of research and production in aerospace and
healthcare industries.
Two types of additive manufacturing systems are used in our center:
Electron Beam Melting system, utilizing high power electron beam
that generates the energy needed for melting of metals from
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Aluminum up to Tungsten 229
Laser Melting system, manipulating high power laser beam for high
capacity production
The AM laboratory is well connected to both leading industries

and R&D entities. This allows the laboratory to stand at forefront of
industrialization and development in this area in Israel. Surrounded
by the Technion’s and the IIM’s facilities and expertise, the AM lab is
not only utilizing its own technological advantage but also preforms
developments of AM complementary technologies such as surface
polishing, ISO approved mechanical testing, alloy composition
adaptation, corrosion tests and biological integration.
Metallurgical Engineering Metallurgical Laboratory:

Dr. Jean Ramon The Metallurgical Laboratory is intimately linked to industrial
Head of Metallurgical development projects, as well as trouble-shooting and failure analyses.
Laboratory Its excellent reputation stems from a continuous creation of innovative
Tel. +972-4-829-4492 applications and meticulous routine work.
jean@trdf.technion.ac.il
The Laboratory usually handles three or four major long-term
projects concurrently, lasting 1 to 2 years. The laboratory addresses
a wide range of topics, generating innovative technological research
results. The team works in a highly collaborative manner, with all staff
members being involved.
Being an ISO/EURO 17025 accredited laboratory is evidenced in all

operations, including an orderly decision-making process, and clear
development status reporting. Laboratory equipment is continuously
tested and certified to leading national and international testing standards.
Mechanical properties testing:

Tensile, bend and compressive testing at room and elevated
temperatures
Fatigue endurance testing of materials and end/final products/implants
Fracture toughness K1c and J-integral testing
Impact test at room and low temperatures
Service Units - IIM
Materials characterization:
Hardness measurement: HRC, HRB, HRA, HRV, Brinell, micro Vickers
and Knoop methods
Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and EDS characterization
Coefficient of thermal expansion measurement
Surface roughness measurement
Glow discharge optical emission spectrometry
Thermal conductivity measurements
X-ray diffraction
High resolution scanning electron microscopy (HRSEM)
Fracture expertise: fractographic analysis
Technological expertise:
Materials choice and selection, choice and tailoring of surface
treatments, and manufacturability counseling
The lab is accredited according to ISO 14801 for fatigue
testing of dental implants
Foundry Technology Foundry Technology Laboratory:

Dr. Alex Fleisher The Foundry laboratory has accumulated expertise in the field
Head of Foundry Laboratory casting and processing of advanced materials (metals, MMC, CMC,
Tel. +972-4-829-4574 nanoparticles composites, amorphous metals). The Laboratory staff
fleisher@technion.ac.il carries out numerous industrial R&D projects including national and
international projects (as FP7 “THERMACO”, H2020 “NOVAMAG”,
bilateral and direct funding projects).
Fields of Activity:
Development of new Ferrous and non-ferrous casting processes
Magnesium and Aluminum alloys processing and applications Metal
Matrices Composites (MMCs) and improved properties by reinforcements
with Nano and micro particles Thermal management of castings by
implementation of MMC inserts in castings Ceramic Matrix Composites
(CMC) Integration of steel/copper inserts into aluminum HPDCparts
Integration of metal foam inserts into HPDC parts Refractory High
entropy alloys and Ni-base superalloys Micro-alloying of Iron and Steels
Rapid solidification by melt spinning (amorphous and Nano-structures)
Low cost refining processes of Metallurgical Grade Silicon for Solar
Grade Silicon production Permanent magnets Recycling of metals
Semi-industrial on-site facilities:
High-vacuum unidirectional solidification casting machine, Semi-
industrial press for hot and cold sintering, pressing, extrusion, drawing,
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etc., Die-casting/ sand-casting/investment casting/permanent-mold 231
casting machines, Low-pressure and vacuum-casting machine, Melting/
induction/electrical resistance furnaces, Melting under protective
atmosphere, Heat treatment with protective atmosphere or vacuum,
Semi-solid casting machines, Powder injection molding machines, Melt-
spinning technology.
Analytical Equipment:
Optical Emission Spectrometer (OES), X-Ray Diffractometer (XRD), Scanning
Electron Microscope, including high resolution (SEM/HRSEM), Transmission
Electron microscope, including high resolution (TEM/HRTEM), Differential
Scanning Calorimeter (DSC), Thermal Gravimetric Analyzer (TGA).
Corrosion Prevention Corrosion Prevention, Surface Treatment

Eng. Daniel Safranchik and Laser Technology Laboratory:
Head of the Corrosion The Corrosion Prevention, Surface Treatment and Laser Technology
Prevention, Surface Treatment, Laboratory has accumulated many years of experience in the field of
and Laser Technology corrosion prevention and surface treatment of materials, especially
Laboratory metals and metal matrix composites (MMC's). The laboratory has
danis@trdf.technion.ac.il the metallurgical facilities needed to deal with industrial challenges.
The staff comprises a group of highly-qualified specialists with wide
scientific and technological knowledge.
Main Fields of Activity:

Corrosion testing and prevention, including corrosion failure analysis
Corrosion measurements and tests Electrochemical corrosion
measurements Development of coolants Surface treatment
including electroless coating deposition and electrodeposition of
metal alloys and metal/particle composite coatings Electrophoretic
deposition for the formation of ceramic coatings Electropolishing
Conversion coatings Laser Technology: including laser surface
treatment (hardening, texturizing, etc.), laser welding, laser cladding
Corrosion tests for medical devices according to ASTM standards.
Service Units - IIM
Facilities:
Electrochemical measurement systems, potentiostats, impedance
electrochemical spectroscopy (EIS) instruments with suitable software,
scanning electrochemical work station SVP and SECM micro- corrosion
measurement system. Zetasizer for measurement of nano-particle size
and stability of suspensions, programmable power supplies, micro-
hardness tester (Vickers and Knoop), optical microscopes, salt spray
(fog) chamber, chemical laboratory facilities, metallographic cross-
section preparation equipment, TABER abrasion test, Nd: YAG laser:
pulse laser working at wavelengths of 1064 nm, 532 nm, and 266 nm,
with pulse duration of 7 ns (or long pulse 3 ms), 10 Hz, 10 W with
computerized table, Diode laser: CW laser, 2 kW with the following
heads: welding, surface treatment and cladding, including computerized
table (x-y-z and spindle, SEM and EDS, HRSEM, GDEOS, XRD, mechanical
characterization (e.g. hardness testers, INSTRON for tensile strength
measurements, etc.), TEM, HRESEM, GDA, Auger, and XPS spectroscopy.
Contact Cooperation with industry:

Eng. Shai Essel Improvement of current production processes, and development
Head of International and of new production processes
Industrial Affairs Development of new products, and improvement of existing products
Tel. +972-4-829-4571 Applicative research and follow-up research for the
shaie@trdf.technion.ac.il development of new technologies
Investigation of product properties, failure analysis, supporting
and guiding factories in various processes
Training/guidance, courses, and metallurgical support for
plants and factories
Initiation of industrial collaborative development projects between
Israeli and international partners
Technical and formal support for funding application in national
industrial development projects (Israel Innovation Authority)
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AZRIELI CONTINUING
EDUCATION AND EXTERNAL
STUDIES DIVISION
The Azrieli Continuing Education and External Studies Division has
developed study programs over the years in professional academic
disciplines for industrial organizations and institutions, including the
senior teaching staff of Technion faculties.
http://cont-edu.technion.ac.il By virtue of belonging to an academic institution of global standing

and reputation, the Unit is required to meet strict standards, and
provide study programs at the highest level of quality.
Contact
Ms. Meital Gotfrid The study programs develop through learning the needs of the
Tel. +972-4-829-5153 / organization, and examining the challenges it faces.
+972-52-322-0857
meitalg@technion.ac.il The programs combine academic knowledge with applied tools
for translating theory into practice, and include managers from the
organization.
The programs are conducted according to organizational needs -

seminars, workshops, and courses at the client's site, at the Technion
in Haifa, the Technion campus at Sarona in Tel Aviv, and the Technion
annex in Jerusalem.
Research Equipment List
RESE A RC H
E QUI PMENT LI ST
SUBJECT INSTRUMENT LINK
Light Microscopy Inverted / Upright Light Microscopy (LSE, BCF, Materials Eng.) Life Science and Eng.
Fluorescent light microscopy (LSE, BCF) Biomedical Core Facility
Confocal laser scanning microscopy (LSE, BCF) Materials Science and Eng.
Light Sheet Fluorescence microscope (Zeiss Z1) (LSE)
High throughput automated slide scanner (BCF)
High throughput High Content Imaging System with dedicated analysis software
(GE InCell 2000) (LSE)
High throughput live cell imaging & analysis (Incucyte ZOOM) (BCF)
Histopathology slide preparation unit (BCF)
Electron microscopy biological specimen unit (BCF)

In Vivo Imaging In vivo high throughput luminescence & fluorescence & X-RAY Biomedical Core Facility
Perkin Elmer IVIS Lumina XRMS) (BCF)
In vivo ultra sound - VisualSonics Vevo 2100 (BCF)
In vivo anatomical MRI - Aspect M2 1T (BCF)
In vivo functional MRI - Bruker Biospec 9.4T (BCF)

In vivo NMR - Bruker Minispec body composition analyzer (BCF)
Image analysis and 4D analysis software: Bitplane IMARIS, image J, Image Pro, InCell Investigator, Miner, Biomedical Core Facility
processing support ZEN, LSM (LSE, BCF) Life Science and Eng.
Personalized image analysis solutions, batch & macros, custom-made software
(BCF, LSE)
Electron Microscopy SEM (+ with EDS, WDS and EBSD) (Materials Eng.) Materials Science and Eng.
High resolution cryo-SEM (+EDS) (Chemical Eng.) Chemical Eng.
Dual beam FIB (Materials Eng.) Chemistry
S/TEM (+EDS, EELS) (Materials Eng.) Micro Nano Fabrication
TEM (Materials Eng.) and Printing Unit
Cryo-TEM and HR-cryo-TEM (Chemical Eng.)
Scanning Electron, Microscopy (SEM), TESCAN Vega-II (Chemistry)
HRSEM (+EDS, STEM and EBSD) (Materials Eng.)
HR-SEM Hitachi S-4700 and S-4800 (MNF&PU)
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Scanning Probe AFM NSOM/AFM (STM/AFM) (Materials Eng.) (Solid State Ins. / Physics) Materials Science and Eng.
Microscopy BioAFM (Biotech. Eng.) Solid State Inst. Physics
Atomic Force Microscope (AFM), (Veeco/Bruker, Dimension 3100) (Chemistry) Biotechnology & Food Eng.
AFM Veeco DI-3000 (MNF&PU) Chemistry
AFM Asylum Research/Oxford Instruments MFP-3D Infinity (MNF&PU) Micro Nano Fabrication
and Printing Unit
Flow Cytometry FACS Calibur (2 lasers) (BCF) (LSE) Life Science and Eng.
BD LSR II with High Throughput system (4 lasers) (LSE) Biomedical Core Facility
BD FACS Aria-IIIu-sorter (5 laser) (BCF) (LSE)
Image Stream - Flow Imager (LSE)
CyAn ADP (3 lasers) (BCF)
BD FACS Fortessa (4 lasers) (BCF)
High-Throughput Stratedigm S1000EXi (4 lasers) (BCF)
Luminex MAGPIX (BCF)
Mass cytometry - CyTOF (BCF)
Analysis: Cytobank, FCS Express, FlowJO and ModFit data analysis software
(LSE) (BCF)
Genomics Sequencing and Genotyping: Biomedical Core Facility

llumina HiSeq 1-Tera (TGC) Life Science and Eng.
Illumina HiSeq 2500 (TGC) Technion Genome Center
Illumina NextSeq500 (BCF)
Ion Torrent PGM (BCF)
Illumina MiSeq (TGC)
Microarray- Illumina HiScan (BCF)
3500XL Genetic Analyzer (BCF)
MinIon - Nanopore Technology sequencer (TGC)
Fluidigm C1 - Automated solution for single cell genomics (TGC)
Agilent Bravo sample-preparation automation system for NGS (TGC)
Covaris - high throughput shearing system (TGC) (BCF)
Real-Time PCR:
Fluidigm BioMarkHD (BCF)
Qiagen Rotor Gene (BCF)
ABi 7300 (TGC)
BioRad CFX96 (TGC)
CRISPR Genome Editing NEPA21 Electroporator (BCF)

Automated Electrophoresis-2200 TapeStation (LSE) (BCF)
DNA/RNA automated extraction: Qiacube (BCF)
Spectroscopy / Mass Spectroscopy (Chemistry) Chemistry

Spectrometry Micro Raman Spectroscopy (Solid State Ins. Physics) Solid State Inst. Physics
XPS-X ray Photoelectron Spectrometry (Solid State Ins. Physics) Chemistry
TOF-SIMS Time of Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry
(Ion ToF TOF SIMS V) (Solid State Ins. Physics)
Micro Raman (Chemistry) (with: hot/cold stage, poloraizers, UV laser),
Horiba Jobin Yvon
Materials Characterization (Solid State Ins. Physics)
X-ray HR XRD-High Resolution (RBNI) Russel Berri Nanotech. Inst.

X-ray Diffraction (Solid State Ins. Physics) Solid State Inst. Physics
X-ray Diffractometer (Materials Eng.) Materials Science and Eng.
Solid Identification by X-ray (Physics) Physics
Small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS) (Chemical Eng.) Chemical Eng.
X-Ray Single Crystal Diffraction (Chemistry) Chemistry
NMR NMR computer cluster Chemistry
Computation TAMNUN TAMNUN
Bioinformatics & Bioinformatics & Biostatistics (BKU) (BCF) Biology

Biostatistics Biomedical Core Facility

Proteomics Q-Exactive Plus Biology
LTQ Orbitrap XL
Elemental Analysis Thermo Scientific CHNS Analyzer Chemistry

Micro Nano Photolithography: Micro Nano Fabrication

Fabrication and i-line Stepper GCA Autostep 200 and Printing Unit
Printing Unit 236
Laser Writer Heidelberg Instruments DWL 66+ 237
(MNF&PU)
Contact Mask Aligner with BSA system KARL SUSS MA6
Contact Mask Aligner KARL SUSS MJB3
Contact Mask Aligner KARL SUSS MJB3 with BSA
Automatic Coater Suss MicroTec Delta 80 RC
Automatic Developer Suss MicroTec Delta 8+
Vacuum Oven with NH3 YES-310TA(E) for reversal image
Dry Film Laminator JSE JSL-1200
Flood Exposure Tool OAI-150
Wet benches for resist coating, bakes and development
Wet benches for resist stripping and cleaning
Plasma Asher Axic HF-8
Plasma Asher YES G-1000
Nanopatterning:
E-Beam Lithography Raith EBPG 5200
Etching:
Reactive Ion Etching (RIE) Plasma-Therm 790 (Fluorine Chemistry)
ICP Deep RIE Plasma-Therm Versaline (Fluorine Chemistry)
ICP Etcher Plasma-Therm Shuttleline (Chlorine Chemistry)
Wet etching benches (RCA clean, Buffered Oxide etch, Isotropic Silicon etch,
Aluminium etch, Si3N4 etch, Anisotropic Silicon etch (KOH), Chromium etch)
Material Deposition and Annealing:

Tube Furnaces BTI-Bruce RTRI-878 for Silicon Oxidation, Annealing,
Phosphorus Diffusion, Low Pressure CVD of Si3N4, Poly-Si and SiO2
E-beam Evaporator Evatec BAK501
E-beam Evaporator Airco Temescal BJD 1800
E-beam Evaporator Airco Temescal FC 1800
E-beam Evaporator VST TFDS-184
Thermal Evaporator Vinci Technologies
Thermal Evaporator Edwards E306A
Sputter Deposition AJA International Inc. ATC 2200
Plasma-Assisted Atomic Layer Deposition Ultratech/Cambridge Nanotech Fiji G2
Plasma-Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Plasma-Therm Vision 410
Molecular Vapor Deposition AMTS 100E

Rapid Thermal Annealing Jipelec JetFirst 200C
Printing:
Pad Printer Teca-Print TPX301
Wet benches for ink preparation with stirring plate and mixers
Viscometer Viscotech Myr VR 3000
Characterization and Analysis:

HR-SEM Hitachi S-4700
HR-SEM Hitachi S-4800
Atomic Force Microscope DI-3000
Atomic Force Microscope Asylum Research/Oxford Instruments MFP-3D Infinity
Surface Profiler KLA Tencor P-6
Surface Profiler KLA Tencor 500
Surface Profiler KLA Tencor 200
Film thickness measurement Nanometrics AFT 2100 Nanospec
Ellipsometer Rudolph AutoEL II
Ellipsometer Gaertner L117
Ellipsometer Woollam VASE. Multi-layer measurements wave length 193-2500nm
Ellipsometer Woollam M-2000UI
Film stress measurement Tencor FLX-2320
C-V Plotter MDC
Four Point Probe Veeco FPP 5000
I-V probe station, Keithley 2400 I-V metter
CDs Optical Measurements Vickers micro-system
Optical Microscope Nikon Eclipse L200 with a camera
Optical Microscope Nikon with a camera
Optical Microscopes Olympus BX-60, SZ-11 with a camera
Optical Microscope Zeiss Axiotron
Contact Angle Goniometer Ramé-hart 200
Packaging:
Dicer Disco DAD3350
Wire Bonder TPT HB16
Nanomaterial Based Probe Station Laboratory of Nanomaterial

Devices Kelvin Probe Based Devices
QCM
Spectrophotometer
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Elipsometer 239

Research devices - Machine Workshop Physics
production and repair Electronics Workshop Physics
Low temperature Cryogenic Plant Physics
Magnetism SQUID magnetometer Physics
Other Laser Microdissection Optical Tweezers (Chemical Eng. / RBNI) Chemical Eng.
Solar simulator (Materials Eng.) Biomedical Core Facility
Fermentors (Biotech. Eng.) Materials Science and Eng.
Isothermal titration calorimeter (ITC & DSC) (BCF) Biotechnology & Food Eng.
Fluorescence transmited luminescence plate readers (BCF) Chemistry
UV-Vis Spectrophotometer & Nano Drop (BCF)
Lyofilizer (BCF)
Sonicators & High-Pressure Homogenizer (BCF)
Centrifuges & Ultra centrifuges (BCF)
Incubator-Innova 4335 (BCF)
Phosphor Imager, Odyssey scanner (BCF)
Fourier Transform InfraRed (FTIR) with ATR Bruker Tensor 27 (Chemistry)
Fluorometer (with chiller) Jobin Yvon Fluorolog-3 (Chemistry)
Spectrophotometer (with chiller) Shimadzu UV-1800 (Chemistry)
Spectrophotometer (with chiller) Varian Cary 50 Bio (Chemistry)
Elemental CHNS Analyzer Thermo Scientific Flash2000 (Chemistry)
Curing UV lamp RunWing Co. RW-UV.3BP (Chemistry)
Microwave reactor CEM Cop., Discover (Chemistry)
Light microscop with camera, Olympus BH2-UMA (Chemistry)
Oven (250 C) Fisher Scientific Ecocell (Chemistry)
Sputter coater Polaron (Chemistry)
Micro Balance Mettler Toledo Excellence Plus (Chemistry)
Laue camera (Chemistry)
Film Development (BCF)
Gamma & Beta radiation counters (BCF)
Imaging documentation system, Image Quant LAS4010 (BCF)
Bio-safety virus room (BCF)
Asst. Prof. Netanel Lindner, Faculty of Physics
Anomalous Floquet-Anderson Insulator as a
Nonadiabatic Quantized Charge Pump
- Phys. Rev. X
Back Cover: Human Heart Cells Derived From Pluripotent Stem Cells.
Immunoflurescene image acquired using confocal microscopy.
The Gepstein laboratory.

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6 FROM THE PRESIDENT 61 Thermal and Energy Laboratory

220 SERVICE UNITS

From the very beginning, the relationship between the Technion

Prof. Peretz Lavie

Technion - Israel Institute of Technology is

Dist. Prof. Aaron Ciechanover

Dist. Prof. Emeritus Dan Shechtman

Dist. Prof. Arieh Warshel

1 ElMindA 4 Pluristem Therapeutics

RESEARCH PROMOTION UNIT

Industry-Academia Cooperation and Services:

Technion Research Promotion Unit Services for Industries:

Making contact Arranging Evalulation Forming a

Mutual Advantages of Industry-Academic Cooperation:

Projects Directly Funded by Industry:

INDUSTRIAL AFFILIATES PROGRAMS

The Industrial Affiliates Programs (IAPs) are intended to facilitate

Finding the correct equipment or infrastructure:

General research sites that are good starting points are:

Research faculties and

Specific research centers, with

Use of Technion equipment:

The major interdisciplinary infrastructure centers are:

Russell Berrie Nanotechnology

Lorry I. Lokey Center for

Faculty of Medicine Center for

Solid State Institute

Faculty of Chemical Engineering

Schulich Faculty of Chemistry

Virtual Facility Map

Agreements (as opposed to grants) between the Technion and

Contractual arrangements depend on the parties’ control over scope

Service Agreement / Laboratory Agreement:

Rendering standard services at the various Technion centers

For such services, standard agreements address industry's concerns

Technion personnel render a service based on specific equipment

For such services we use our standard laboratory agreement

Research activities to be performed by Technion personnel vary. We

Research agreements include many aspects, as specifically required for

Some important issues will need to be addressed in the agreement:

Intellectual Property Rights - Ownership and the Right to Use:

Best Efforts - No liability for implementation of deliverables:

Conflicts of interest, ethics and regulations:

Umbrella Research Agreements:

A framework collaborative research agreement involves a standard set

A framework collaborative research agreement is usually tailored for the

Major Research Centers:

Through its activities, T³ aims to ensure that Technion IP and knowhow

T³’s activities include:

Corindus Vascular Robotics

T³’s main commercialization avenues include:

The Technion DRIVE Accelerator (The DRIVE):

This infrastructure provides a spectrum of support and financing

Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) program:

Technologies for commercialization: