Nanotechnology : Haifa

Russell Berrie Nanotechnology Institute (RBNI)

Benj — Sat, 02 Sep 2006 15:35:42 +0000

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http://rbni.technion.ac.il/

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Technion City

Zip or postal code

32000

Telephone

+972-4-829-3452

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+972-4-829-2418

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Ceo, president

Prof. Uri Sivan

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Vigorous recruitment of bright new faculty from research labs around the world, extensive investment in infrastructure, new educational programs for training the next generation of scientists and engineers, and nurturing of multidisciplinary collaborations within campus, as well as with industry and other academic institutions, provide the vehicle for achieving the desired impact on Technion, the State of Israel, and the well being of mankind.

RBNI continues the historic role of Technion in shaping Israel's technological agenda, including visionary investments in aerospace research and development, microelectronics, optoelectronics, and materials science. Recognizing the paramount importance of nanotechnology to the future of mankind, the same enthusiasm and dedication is now channeled to nanoscience and nanotechnology R&D.

Over 100 faculty, and 300 graduate students and post-doctorate fellows are already trailblazing nano scale science and technology in Nanoelectronics, Nanooptics, Nanomaterials & Nanoparticles, Nanomechanics and their interface with Nanobiotechnology & Nanomedicine.

Members come from a variety of faculties, including: Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Aerospace engineering, Biotechnology and Food Engineering, Biology, Medicine, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics.

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Technion : Israel Institute of Technology

Benj — Fri, 18 Aug 2006 16:32:58 +0000

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http://www.technion.ac.il/

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Technion : Israel Institute of Technology, Technion City

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32000

Telephone

972-4-8292111

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In operation since 1924, the Technion is the oldest university in Israel. Since its founding, the institute has educated three generations of men and women who have played a key role in laying the countrys infrastructure and establishing its crucial defense and high-tech industries. In the new millennium, TechnionТ’s role at the forefront of the global network of science and technology has never been more vital.

The university offers degrees in science and engineering, and related fields such as architecture, medicine, industrial management and education in an intellectually invigorating environment. Great emphasis is also placed on its humanities and social science programs, the incorporation of which take on ever-increasing importance in todays multi-faceted workplace. But TechnionТ’s goals go beyond providing a well-rounded technical education. At the institute, scientific instruction is interwoven with professional ethics, producing leaders sensitive to social and environmental issues.

The dissemination of knowledge doesnt end in the classroom. The Technion actively publishes its discoveries in journals and popular manuscripts, and aims to spark scientific and technological interest among youth through popular lectures and programs. Technion laboratories are also dedicated to enhancing the countryТ’s economy they offer novel solutions, research facilities, and world-class expertise.

As a whole, the Technion is committed to its role as the country's top facility for science and technology, a role that is necessary for the future of Israel and to all of humanity.

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Carmel Olefins, Ltd.

Benj — Thu, 17 Aug 2006 18:08:06 +0000

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Web url

http://www.carmel-olefins.co.il/

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Street address

POB 1468

Zip or postal code

31014

Telephone

972-4-8466911

Fax

972-4-8457371

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Ceo, president

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Cerel was founded as a project in the Technion Incubator by Prof. David Brandon and Dr. Lea Gal-Or from the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology.

Cerel develops and owns a proprietary industrial manufacturing technology: EPD - ElectroPhoretic Deposition.

Cerel's EPD is a platform technology to many industrial applications and products requiring high level of dimensional control and superior material properties.

The main focus of Cerel is in the growing multi-billion wireless communication and microelectronics markets.

While employing standard electronic and electronic-packaging materials, Cerel offers solutions for product miniaturization, manufacturing cost saving and improved functionality.