Digital Edition
September 2019
Children reading in the EEG-quiet room in Assistant Professor Tzipi Horowitz-Kraus’ lab at the Technion.
Feature Story
She’s Got Reading on the Brain
Assistant Professor Tzipi Horowitz-Kraus’ lab is equipped with a state-of-the-art electroencephalogram (EEG) and a waiting room strewn with dolls, crayons, and toys. The toys make young children feel comfortable; the EEG assesses whether those same kids are bound for reading difficulties.
Feature Story
Feed the World
Crickets, algae, and plant-based “meat” cranked out by a 3D printer? “Mouthwatering” may not be the adjective that comes to mind, but these nutrient-rich items could present a global solution to an impending food crisis. Read full story »
Technion Ingenuity
Power Women
Scientists struggling to perfect an efficient way to produce hydrogen might feel an understandable touch of envy as they look out the window and see those low-tech trees and plants doing the trick with such ease. Read full story »
Farewell, President Peretz Lavie
Technion President Peretz Lavie shaped the university for a decade using his signature wisdom, grace, and humor to accomplish big goals. With his tenure coming to an end, American Technion Society's CEO, Michael Waxman-Lenz, sat down with him to reflect on the past and look forward to the future.
2019 Honorary Doctorate Conferment Ceremony at the Technion.
Eugene and Marlene Shapiro of Paradise Valley, Ariz., receive their Honorary Fellowship for their decades of commitment to the Technion.
Prof. Boaz Golany, Allen and Jewel Prince, Profs. Lena and Peretz Lavie, and President Uri Sivan, at the inauguration of the Allen and Jewel Prince Auditorium.
Mitch Julis (right) of Los Angeles receives his Honorary Fellowship in recognition of his deep devotion to the Technion and Israel.
Linda Kovan (right) of Novi, Mich., receives her Honorary Fellowship in honor of her leadership of the American Technion Society.
(From right) Susie Leemaster, BOG Chairman Scott Leemaster, and Jeri Rothman at a pre-BOG reception at the home of Technion alumnus Rafi Mehoudar.
In recognition of the Jackier family’s commitment to the Technion, Profs. Peretz and Lena Lavie presented the Technion Key to Eleanor Jackier.
Carol B. Epstein (middle), of Chevy Chase, Md., receives her Honorary Doctorate from President Lavie and Prof. Hagit Attiya.
Former BOG Chairman Larry Jackier, former Technion President Major General (Res.) Amos Horev, and BOG member Irwin Field at a cocktail reception.
2019
Board of Governors Highlights
iTechnion: identify, invent, and inspire was the theme of the recent Board of Governors (BOG) meeting. And there was plenty of “i” to go around! Identified for their commitment and generosity to the Technion, several supporters were awarded honorary degrees. Faculty members were recognized for their ingenious inventions. And the five-day event, from June 15–19, offered inspiring discussions on topics ranging from STEM education to the future of Israeli high-tech.
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