Kosher News About Israeli Jews
Dec 9, 2008
Despite the on going violence between the two neighbors, it looks as if there are a few Israeli’s and Palestinians who are willing to cooperate together in order to enhance each others lives–not to mention science as well. (Globes Online) Two new projects have brought together scientists from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Al-Quds University....
Dec 9, 2008
Often seen as an edible source of protein (at least in the form of steaks, hamburgers and Hebrew hotdogs), cows are usually the focus of local butchers, ranchers and grocery stores. Although these tasty beasts may hold little value to society outside one’s stomach, it looks as if some Israeli researches have found a way to use this animals blood protein to...
Nov 10, 2008
Post-traumatic stress disorder (or PTSD for short) is a condition that probably affects millions of people around the world who have survived life threatening events (such as war, natural disasters, etc.). Although a range of treatments has been developed in to help patients overcome PTSD, a group of Israeli scientists from the Ben Gurion University may have...
Sep 25, 2008
(Image Credit: Jon Sullivan) If there was one insect that was considered vital to the human race, it would have to be bees. While they are often known for their tasty bee spit (also known as honey ), this tiny creature is responsible for pollinating about 25% of our food supply. Unfortunately it seems as if bee colonies are slowly disappearing, an...
Aug 18, 2008
Nanotechnology is perhaps one of the few “hard sciences” that has the potential to bridge the gap between science fiction and science fact. By creating material at the molecular (and even atomic) levels, scientists can enhance products ranging from drugs to simple clothing. Even though research into this field is still in its infancy, Israel intends...
Jul 13, 2008
Water is an important element that most (if not all) organisms need in order to remain in the “alive category.” Unfortunately not just any water will do, as some animals (not to mention people) depend upon clean fresh water in order to survive. While some people turn towards technology in order to help filter out their water, these scientists are...
Professor Tamar Peretz and Dr. Michal Lotem, from the Hadassa Medical Center have come up with a unique vacccine for Melanoma, a skin cancer that can cause death in a patient. (Israel National News) Israeli scientists have developed a method of vaccination against melanoma, a type of skin cancer often caused by over-exposure to sunlight. The vaccine...
Jun 22, 2008
(Image: Prof. Shimon Gatt (left) and Dr. Arie Dagan at the Hebrew University Laboratory. Credit: Sasson Tiram, Hebrew University) While most doctors around the world use chemotherapy as a way to fight tumors in cancer cells, it looks as if a few scientists are using molecules to destroy these dangerous cells–without hurting friendly neighboring...
Update (7/3): Listen to this post, courtesy of Bnarrator! While most playgrounds on planet Earth are built for the amusement of kids, a few Israeli’s are planning on creating one grown to help bring a greener awareness towards future generations. (Israel 21st Century) Plantware’s CEO Gorden Glazer sees the first home prototype ready in about 10...
Update (7/3): Listen to this post, courtesy of Bnarrator! It looks as if Israel 21st Century has created a video highlighting some of Israel’s top start ups emerging out of the country–with some of them having the potential to revolutionize our planet (at least within their respective fields). Companies featured are: Oramed (which could bring about...
May 3, 2008
(Image: Cranberry harvest in New Jersey, Credit: Keith Weller / USDA Agriculture Research Service) It looks as if an Israeli researcher has helped turn a common folklore into scientific fact. Often seen as nothing more than “folk medicine,” Israeli scientists have now proven that cranberries can in fact help those suffering from urinary tract...
Traditionally when leg bones are severely broken, doctors would need to open up the patient’s leg and insert a rod with screws–a painful process as far as the patient is concerned. But now it looks as if an Israeli doctor has come up with an alternative that may not only be less painful, but easier on their bodies as well. (Israel 21st Century)...
