Bina - Bridge Innovate Nurture Advance

Welcome Hezi Sztainberg, Ph.D. - New Project Manager Bina - Bridge Innovate Nurture Advance Hezi holds a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from the Weizmann Institute of Science and brings extensive experience and expertise in life sciences, particularly in rare #genetic disorders and #antisense therapeutics. Hezi held significant positions: a postdoctoral fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine and a scientist role at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals. Most recently, Hezi was the Head of Biology at SKIP Therapeutics, where he led efforts to develop precision #RNA treatments for genetic disorders. We are excited to have Hezi on board, Best of luck, Hezi! Hezi Sztainberg, Ph.D., Sharon Fireman, Merav Marom, Reut Mashiach, Reut Magor, Orel Yaverbaum, Irit Sagi

#Bold Winning with Strength 💪 We had the pleasure of being hosted at the Meta offices Tel Aviv for an enlightening workshop by Dr. Michal Paz Shimony, Organizational Psychologist. Michal taught us how to identify our dominant #strengths and cultivate them to achieve both personal and #organizational #success. We explored the importance of focusing on what's working and how to do more of that, rather than fixating on what's broken. This approach is crucial not just in our careers but also in our personal lives. We also learned how #positive thinking boosts our happiness and job satisfaction and even improves company #performance. It was a fantastic experience, filled with lessons and wonderful moments! Thank you once again to Meta and Namma for hosting us and to Michal for enriching our knowledge. The hospitality was exceptional, and the breathtaking view added to the experience. Naama Lahav, Michal Preminger, Sharon Fireman, Alin Cooperman, Reut Mashiach, Reut Magor, Merav Marom, Orel Yaverbaum Vaknin, Irit Sagi, Ofir Eisenberg, Yaarit Kitsberg, Renana Hajbi Karasik, Rachel Bruch, Korina Goldin Azulay, Nataly Freizus, Yemima Duchin Rapp, Yasmin Ben Ishay, Dina Hochhauser, Danielle Love, Diana Gataulin, Dima Azaiza Dabbah, Jenny-Lee Mathias, Linor Balilti Turgeman, Paula Abou Karam

We had the pleasure of hosting the Women in Foodtech Leadership program, supported by the Israel Innovation Authority, at the Weizmann Institute of Science. During the event, we presented our Technology Transfer and #Innovation Ecosystem. Jacob F. discussed the tech transfer process at YEDA - Technology Transfer Company of Weizmann Institute of Science and the challenges related to commercializing academic technologies and Sharon Fireman, Head of Bina - Bridge Innovate Nurture Advance, introduced Bina’s Nurture program, highlighting projects with potential applications in the #Foodtech industry, such as #biosynthetic pathways for #guanine #crystals and precision fermentation for alternative #proteins. We also invited the cohort members to join Bina's consultant network to help advance cutting-edge #technologies in food tech. It was a great afternoon of collaboration and innovation! Noa Aharon-Hefetz, Ph.D., Michal Katzir Emek 💖 מיכל קציר עמק Sharon Fireman, Jacob F., YEDA - Technology Transfer Company of Weizmann Institute of Science, Weizmann Institute of Science

#WineClub Thank you for a fantastic afternoon! We want to thank everyone who joined us at the opening event of the Weizmann Innovation Ecosystem Wine Club! 🍷✨ It was a mix of innovation, collaboration, and wine by GALIL MOUNTAIN WINERY (IL). A small contribution to a winey that is evacuated from up north due to the ongoing war. Your presence made this event a success, and we can't wait to see the innovative journeys that will emerge from these new connections. 🥂 #WeizmannInstitute #Innovation #WineClub #Collaboration #Research #TranslationalResearch #ThankYou #Network Irit Sagi, Orel Yaverbaum Vaknin, Sharon Fireman, Reut Magor, Amir Beker, Opher Shapira, Merav Marom, Reut Mashiach, Yael Klionsky, Elik Chapnik, Tamir Huberman, Inbar Carmeli, Vered Pardo-Yissar, Jacob F., Paz Barnett, Mor Vered, Vered Gigi, PhD, Dorit Rozner, PhD, Nir Atzmon, Bracha Halaf, Dr Ines Verner, Tami Geiger, Roni Oren, Anat Naschitz, Yarden Danieli, Adi Hazak, Ilana Mandel, Lior Libman, Omer Cohen, Ori Brookstein, Rafi Emmanuel, Ph.D., Dvir Dahary, Moshe Meyassed, Tzvika Goldner, Raanan Shelach, Moshe Biton, Valery Krizhanovsky, Yinon Rudich, Tamir Klein

3rd Session of BOLD: All About #Entrepreneurship! Our latest session focused on the essentials of starting a #startup. Students had the incredible opportunity to learn from top female entrepreneurs who shared their personal experiences and insights on the unique journey of founding a startup. Sharon Savariego, Founder of Mobilize.io is now Forj (leading professional Community Management Platform), kicked off the session. She walked us through the stages of building a startup, explaining key terms and sharing captivating stories from her journey with Mobilize. We then had an inspiring panel featuring three remarkable female founders. Sharon Savariego was joined by Efrat Lidor Nili, Co-CEO of WeedOUT-ibs (developing a novel biological herbicide to combat resistant weeds), and Daniella Gilboa, CEO of AIVF (medical technology startup revolutionizing fertility with artificial intelligence). They shared their personal stories as #founders and CEOs, discussing how they conceived their ideas, the decision to start their companies, the multitude of roles they've had to master along the way, and more.  Their passion for solving the problem they discovered in their respective fields was truly inspiring, and we can't wait to see the impact they will continue to make! Thank you, Sharon, Efrat, and Daniella, for sharing your journeys with us! Michal Preminger, Sharon Fireman, Alin Cooperman, Reut Mashiach, Reut Magor, Merav Marom, Orel Yaverbaum Vaknin, Irit Sagi, Ofir Eisenberg, Yaarit Kitsberg, Renana Hajbi Karasik, Rachel Bruch, Korina Goldin Azulay, Nataly Freizus, Yemima Duchin Rapp, Yasmin Ben Ishay, Dina Hochhauser, Danielle Love, Diana Gataulin, Dima Azaiza Dabbah, Jenny-Lee Mathias, Linor Balilti Turgeman, Paula Abou Karam

I feel so privileged to participate in Bina's #BOLD program. Every session is planed so carfully with such inspairing women and wondeful workshops. Just can't wait for the next session 🤩 Thank you Bina - Bridge Innovate Nurture Advance for the opportunity!! Sharon Fireman, Alin Cooperman, Reut Mashiach, Reut Magor, Merav Marom, Orel Yaverbaum Vaknin, Irit Sagi

#Bold This week, we held the second session of the #BOLD series. The session addressed the #uncertainties and #decisions at the #start point of a career. Dafna Shelly, an organizational expert, delivered an inspiring lecture, providing #tools for #career #development that begins with identifying personal likes, values, and priorities. She emphasized that a career is not a straightforward ladder but a climbing maze where various opportunities arise, and the key is to choose wisely and take risks. In the second part of the session, we hosted a panel with Maytal Bivas-Benita and Smadar Szekely (Gal-Ezer), two inspiring women with rich and diverse careers. They shared their unique career journeys, showing that careers are rarely straightforward. Their stories, filled with opportunities and courageous decisions, illustrated how each of them carved out a path that suited their unique personalities. Thank you, Dafna, Maytal, and Samdar, for sharing your wisdom and experiences. Michal Preminger, Sharon Fireman, Alin Cooperman, Reut Mashiach, Reut Magor, Merav Marom, Orel Yaverbaum Vaknin, Irit Sagi, Ofir Eisenberg, Yaarit Kitsberg, Renana Hajbi Karasik, Rachel Bruch, Korina Goldin Azulay, Nataly Freizus, Yemima Duchin Rapp, Yasmin Ben Ishay, Dina Hochhauser, Danielle Love, Diana Gataulin, Dima Azaiza Dabbah, Jenny-Lee Mathias, Linor Balilti Turgeman, Paula Abou Karam, Irit Sagi

We are excited to share that the StoPFAS research project, led by Prof. Brian Berkowitz, Dr. Ishai Dror, Dr. Omri Seemann, and Phillip Vershinin at the Weizmann Institute of Science, has been selected as 1 out of 4 winners of a challenge initiated by MEKOROT® Innovation Unit (MEKOROT® Innovation - WaTech®). MEKOROT® Innovation - WaTech®, a leader in tackling #water challenges through WaTech, established this challenge to find groundbreaking solutions for addressing #PFAS —a group of persistent #environmental #pollutants posing significant #health risks. PFAS removal from water sources remains a major hurdle. The StoPFAS project, nurtured and supported by the Bina - Bridge Innovate Nurture Advance program, has developed a cutting-edge water #purification technology with the potential to revolutionize water safety. We are incredibly proud of this achievement and the dedication of the research team at WIS and great collaboration with Vered Pardo-Yissar, BD Director at YEDA - Technology Transfer Company of Weizmann Institute of Science. This project exemplifies the power of collaborative efforts and innovative thinking to tackle pressing environmental challenges. Special thanks to MEKOROT® Innovation - WaTech®, Kinneret Innovation Center, Shani Biran, Shiri Golany, Yoni Amar, David Balsar, Israel Innovation Authority רשות החדשנות, Ravid Levy, WaterEdge.IL, Yossi Yaacoby Additionally, we extend our gratitude to Meitar | Law Offices for hosting the boot camp and the final event of the challenge. #WaTech #PFAS #WaterSustainability #WaterInnovation #Mekorot #Bina #WIS #Yeda Sharon Fireman, Reut Mashiach

We are BOLD! We're thrilled to announce the launch of the first cohort of #BOLD in Bina - Bridge Innovate Nurture Advance, which took place yesterday. The BOLD program was created with a vision to see more women in senior positions within the #Israeli #industry. Our goal is to equip women students with the knowledge and tools needed to advance to #senior roles. Yesterday, 15 outstanding Ph.D. and postdoc students embarked on this journey. The evening began with an inspiring and practical lecture by the talented Ilana Stein and Einat GanEl 🎗️ from Move Up - Gender Diversity. They offered a fresh perspective on the #corporate world, discussing the rules of the game, typical barriers, and challenges faced by career women. In the second part of the evening, we were joined by three inspiring senior executives for a panel discussion: Anat Cohen-Dayag, President & CEO at Compugen Dorit Rozner, PhD, CTO at The Kitchen Hub by Strauss Ayelet Akselrod-Ballin, PhD., Senior Director of R&D at Mobileye They shared their incredible personal journeys, recounting their beginnings after earning their Ph.Ds. at the Weizmann Institute of Science. They spoke openly about their #successes, #difficulties, and the #challenges they encountered. It was an exciting beginning, and we can’t wait for our next session! Michal Preminger, Sharon Fireman, Alin Cooperman, Reut Mashiach, Reut Magor, Merav Marom, Orel Yaverbaum Vaknin, Irit Sagi, Ofir Eisenberg, Yaarit Kitsberg, Renana Hajbi Karasik, Rachel Bruch, Korina Goldin Azulay, Nataly Freizus, Yemima Duchin Rapp, Yasmin Ben Ishay, Dina Hochhauser, Danielle Love, Diana Gataulin, Dima Azaiza Dabbah, Jenny-Lee Mathias, Linor Balilti Turgeman, Paula Abou Karam

Research Associate/Postdoctoral position in #Biomaterials Weizmann (Ulyana Shimanovich lab)-Kaplan Hospital (plastic surgery) Partnership Are you passionate about biomaterials and eager to make groundbreaking discoveries? Look no further! We are thrilled to announce an exciting research opportunity in the field of biomaterials and tissue engineering at Weizmann Institute of Science. This position offers a unique chance to contribute to cutting-edge research and be part of a dynamic and collaborative team. About us: At Shimanovich lab., in Weizmann Institute of Science, we are dedicated to advancing the field of biomaterials through innovative research and interdisciplinary collaboration. Our team consists of world-class scientists and researchers who are committed to pushing the boundaries of knowledge. Position Summary: We seek a highly motivated and skilled Research Associate to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in #polymer science, biochemistry and basic background in tissue engineering. Key Responsibilities: - Design and execute experiments in the fields of biomaterials and biology. - Apply a variety of wet lab techniques, biopolymer solubilization, cell culture, rheology, and microscopy. - Analyze and interpret data. - Collaborate with the team from Kaplan Hospital (surgeons) to contribute to research projects, patents and publications. - Stay up-to-date with the latest scientific advancements and technologies in the field. - Mentor and train junior staff and students in laboratory techniques and safety protocols. Qualifications: - Ph.D. in Polymer Science/Biomaterials/Tissue Engineering or a related field. - Demonstrated expertise in wet lab skills, including experience with chemical and cellular assays. - Strong background in tissue engineering is an advantage. - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with solid communication and interpersonal skills. How to Apply: Please send your CV, a cover letter detailing your research experience and interests, and contact information for two references to ulyana.shimanovich@weizmann.ac.il. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Sharon Fireman, Reut Mashiach, Merav Marom, Reut Magor, Orel Yaverbaum Vaknin