The Technion’s story has been intertwined with Israel’s for more than a century, from laying the foundations for a new nation to shaping its future.
Nancy Grand’s most recent gift in support of the Nancy and Stephen Grand Technion Healthy Aging Institute marked two important milestones: It was the first significant contribution to this initiative, and it was the first gift she directed to the Technion following the death of her husband, Stephen, z”l. For decades, Stephen Grand’s connection to […]
The American Technion Society, a community of donors and alumni across the United States that supports the Technion–Israel Institute of Technology, announced that Janet Shatz has begun her term as national board president. She was elected by the organization’s National Board of Directors. “Janet has been a valued member of the ATS family for decades, […]
It’s Your Technion. The Technion has always been more than a university. It is where impossible ideas become world-changing realities. Where breakthroughs in medicine, artificial intelligence, climate technology, food security, aerospace, cybersecurity, and countless other fields improve millions of lives every day. It’s where the next generation of innovators is preparing to solve the challenges […]
Dr. Martin and Grace Rosman believe that supporting students opens doors to education, opportunity, and national strength. Introduced to the Technion in the 1990s, they were enthralled by what the University was doing and by a desire to support Israel. The couple became deeply involved by funding scholarships, dorms, and the Rosman-Atidim Program, which helps […]
Founded in 1912, the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology predates the State of Israel by 36 years. Its early researchers and graduates built the infrastructure, trained the engineers, and laid the scientific foundation for a nation that existed first only as a dream. We honor a legacy of nation-building and the ongoing work that lies ahead. The Technion helped build Israel. Now, it will help rebuild it. Support the Technion’s rebuilding efforts here.
Israel has long depended on the brilliant minds in the Stephen B. Klein Faculty of Aerospace Engineering to safeguard the nation’s skies and advance its technological leadership. Now, the University has a new way to recognize its aerospace stars. The Max and Desiree Blankfeld Endowed Prize for Transformative Innovation in Aerospace, made possible through a generous […]
As anti-Israel sentiment rises, many are concerned. A pressing question looms: Will the international scientific and business collaborations so vital to Israel’s prosperity withstand this moment? In the heart of NYC, the Joan & Irwin Jacobs Technion-Cornell Institute, housed at Cornell Tech and one of the first major Israel-U.S. academic collaborations, is a shining example of the innovation and economic output that emerge when brilliant minds from the U.S. and Israel come together through science. This unique partnership tackles some of the world’s toughest challenges while generating measurable growth for New York City and the Startup Nation. Lihi Zelnik-Manor of…
While our understanding of artificial intelligence’s exact impact on society remains incomplete, its potential to touch every sector of our lives is well known and highly promising for science and scientific discoveries. However, we are at a critical juncture where we must answer lingering concerns and questions surrounding AI’s influence on society before continuing to scale its power. What kinds of data should AI models be able to access? Is AI safe to use in healthcare? Will AI eliminate much-needed jobs? Ultimately, what does it look like to develop and use AI technology responsibly and ethically? We acknowledge that we…
At the November 2025 Board of Directors meeting of the American Technion Society in Scottsdale, Arizona, Michael Oren, a former Israeli ambassador to the U.S., recognized the Technion for world-changing discoveries. The gathering celebrated the transformative impact of visionary donors and dedicated board members, and featured extraordinary learning experiences led by renowned scientists — underscoring the Technion’s role as a global leader in innovation and excellence.
For Margaret E. Kaplan, philanthropy is not an afterthought or an obligation—it is the lens through which she lives, creates, and connects. A former attorney turned full-time philanthropist, artist, and connector of people and ideas, the Sonoma, Calif., resident has shaped a giving legacy defined by passion, vision, and intellect. At the center of that […]
Under the shadow of geopolitical tension and global uncertainty around the future of Israel, doubling down on international academic collaboration can serve as an antidote that allows us to envision a brighter version of this future. Calls for boycotts of Israeli institutions ignore the fundamental function of academia as an open forum of ideas and eliminates the infinite potential for innovation when cross-cultural work prevails. Reflecting on Israel’s global collaborations reminds us of what is possible when we meet face-to-face with our peers from halfway across the world and harness the full power of our compassion for each other. The Michigan-Israel…