Technion UK

What if a cheeseburger could be kosher? 🍔🔬

Professor Uri Lesmes of Technion – Israel Institute of Technology is helping shape the future of food — from dairy without cows to nutrition for ageing populations and meals that support soldiers in the field.

His work reflects Technion’s bold approach to innovation: identifying challenges others have not yet seen, and creating solutions that improve lives. 🌍✨

Read more: https://technionuk.org/news-post/were-trained-to-think-about-what-is-impossible-and-then-we-try-to-do-it/

🥛🍔 From cow-free dairy milk to healthier next-generation foods, Israel’s food-tech revolution is changing the way we eat - and Technion is at the forefront of it.

A new feature in The Jewish Chronicle spotlights Professor Uri Lesmes and Technion’s role in advancing innovative food technologies that combine sustainability, nutrition and scientific excellence.

The article also highlights pioneering companies such as Remilk and the unique Technion mindset: identifying challenges, finding solutions and turning bold ideas into reality. 🚀

Read more: https://technionuk.org/news-post/pure-imagination-technion-driving-israels-food-tech-revolution/

On Thursday, 26 March, the Technion campus was struck during a missile barrage from Iran. Miraculously, there were no injuries, but the damage is real—affecting a campus library, buildings, infrastructure, and more.

Even while still under fire, cleanup began straight away. This is the spirit of the Technion community: resilient, determined, and united.

We are incredibly grateful for the many messages of support from around the world. 💙 Together, we rebuild. Together, we endure.

🚀🌍 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟭𝟬 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽

The Technion – Israel Institute of Technology continues to set the global standard for innovation and excellence.

Ranked 1st in Israel and Europe in a leading international computer science index (2005–2025), and 21st worldwide overall, the Technion has achieved particular strength in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning – securing a top-10 global ranking in Machine Learning.

The achievements don’t stop there 👏 According to the latest PitchBook University Rankings, the Technion is now ranked 10th worldwide for producing venture-backed founders – climbing six places from last year. Its graduates have founded hundreds of companies, raising billions in venture capital and driving deep-tech innovation worldwide.

Alan Aziz, CEO of Technion UK, said: "These rankings reflect more than academic achievement – they represent the Technion’s unique ability to turn groundbreaking research into real-world impact."

Once again, Technion is proudly putting Israel on the world stage. 🇮🇱✨

Read more: https://technionuk.org/press-release/technion-ranked-1st-in-europe-for-computer-science-and-top-10-globally-for-entrepreneurship/

Israel is facing a mental health emergency, fuelled by trauma and stretched resources. But technology may offer hope. 🌍

Startups like Kai.ai, Calmigo, and Behavidence are pioneering AI and digital solutions to meet rising demand—providing therapy, relief, and early diagnostics in ways traditional services can’t keep up with.

Could this signal a lasting shift in how Israel approaches mental health?

Read more: https://technionuk.org/press-release/can-tech-solve-israels-escalating-mental-health-crisis/

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👏 Huge congratulations to Israeli company ForSight Robotics on raising $125M in Series B funding! Their revolutionary ORYOM platform uses robotics and AI to make cataract surgery safer, more precise, and more accessible 👁️🤖

With clinical trials coming soon and a world-class team leading the charge, ForSight is on a mission to reengineer eye surgery and tackle the global vision crisis 🌍💡

Read more: https://technionuk.org/press-release/forsight-robotics-raises-125m-series-b-to-advance-ai-powered-eye-surgery-system/

📚✈️ The Technion has launched a brand new international student programme in response to rising antisemitism on campuses across the globe.

From the U.S. to Spain, 26 students from 8 countries have already joined this exciting initiative, receiving academic support, housing, mentorship, and Hebrew instruction. 🇮🇱🌍

The programme opens doors to top Technion degrees while ensuring a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment for young global talent. 🎓

We’re proud to welcome our new students! 🙌



🔗 Read more: https://technionuk.org/press-release/technion-launches-a-new-program-for-international-students/

🎉 Big news from the Technion! Two new centres – the Carasso Centre for FoodTech and the Hecht Sustainable Protein Research Centre – are now open! 🌿🍽️

These centres aim to revolutionise food innovation, tackle global food security, and develop sustainable protein solutions by connecting research, education, and industry collaboration.

A heartfelt thank you to the Carasso and Hecht families for supporting these vital advancements for Israel and the world. 🇮🇱🌎



🔗 Read more: https://technionuk.org/press-release/technion-launches-two-new-centres-for-foodtech-and-sustainable-protein-research/

🔥 The future of innovation is here — and it started at 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗣𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱!

On June 18, t:hub students took the stage with groundbreaking ideas, bold business plans, and powerful pitches. From AI to sustainability, the creativity was off the charts. 🙌

With investors and entrepreneurs in the audience, one name rose to the top: 𝗢𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗿𝘆, who wowed the judges with a visionary pitch. 🎤🏆

🇮🇱 Whether you love Israel, tech, or bold new ideas — Pitch Night had it all.



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