November 2024

Dear Valued Technion Supporter,

Thank you for your continued support. Despite the ongoing conflict, we are proud to inform you that earlier this month the Technion opened its 2024-25 academic year. With approximately 3,100 new students joining the Technion this semester, this achievement stands as a testament to the resilience and determination that define our community.

A friendly reminder that #GivingTuesday is just around the corner and thanks to the generosity of The Bernard & Norton Family Foundation, donations made before the end of year, including during #GivingTuesday on December 3, will include a match of up to $50,000! That means that your contribution will have double the impact.

Supporting Technion students and reservists ensures Israel's brightest minds can continue to innovate and defend, even in the face of adversity. Thank you in advance!

Sincerely,

Elysa Greisman

National Executive Director

Technion Canada

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NEWS & UPDATES

Technion Researchers Develop New Chemical Process: Triazenolysis

Technion researchers have developed a groundbreaking chemical process called triazenolysis, which efficiently produces raw materials for polymers, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural compounds. This process converts alkenes into multifunctional amines by creating carbon-nitrogen bonds, offering a new approach compared to the century-old ozonolysis method. Read more to discover how this innovative process could revolutionize various industries.

Atoms Transferred Between Optical Tweezers Via Quantum Tunneling

Led by Prof. Yoav Sagi and doctoral student Yanay Florshaim, a team of Technion researchers from the Technion Faculty of Physics successfully transferred atoms from one place to another through quantum tunneling between optical tweezers. As the first demonstration of this transfer method, researchers believe it represents a significant milestone in the development of new quantum platforms. Read more to discover how the Technion is pushing the boundaries of quantum physics.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Bill Gates Backs Technion Hydrogen Energy Startup

H2Pro, a hydrogen energy startup founded by Technion researchers, has received a $22 million investment from Bill Gates' Breakthrough Energy Ventures to help bring its innovative technology to market. Their system uses electricity to create clean hydrogen fuel more efficiently and at a lower cost than traditional methods, making it a game-changer for clean energy. With this boost, H2Pro is set to scale up and help industries move away from fossil fuels. To learn more about this exciting development, read the full story.

Technion Alumni Presents Alternative To Open Heart Surgery

LifeCord is pioneering modern heart valve treatment with a new device that offers a safer, less invasive way to fix a common heart condition called mitral regurgitation. Co-founded by Technion Alumni Yaron David, Lifecord's flagship product offers an alternative to open-heart surgery and could become the go-to treatment for patients around the world. With the heart valve market already worth over $2 billion, LifeCord is set to make a big impact. Want to learn more about this exciting breakthrough? Read the full article.

TECHNION PROJECTS

Datathon To Combat Hate Speech

This first-of-its-kind 'datathon' is aimed at tackling hate speech on social media through data science, with participants developing models and solutions for automated content moderation. The event will focus on identifying toxic content, disinformation, and hate speech. The Technion is seeking a $70,000 CAD contribution to fund the event, covering costs like hosting, cloud computing, and prizes, while also looking for innovative solutions to combat online hate.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Technion Canada and the Vancouver Israeli Tech Club present

Squeezing Water From A Stone

JOIN US IN VANCOUVER Thursday December 5, 2024 at King David Highschool starting at 7:30 PM for this can't miss event exploring how the Technion helps Israel tackle water resource challenges through interdisciplinary research.

General Admission: $18 / ticket

EVENT RECAP

WINNIPEG EVENT

Crisis To Creativity: Innovating For The Future

With the help of our incredible co-partners, Congregation Shaarey Zedek and the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg, our Winnipeg Event "Crisis To Creativity" was a resounding success! We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, including our guest speaker Prof. Wayne Kaplan, our National Executive Director, Elysa Greisman, and our event organizer and wonderful Winnipeg fundraiser, Sharon Zalik. We are excited to continue to grow our Technion community in Winnipeg and encourage all to stay tuned for the next event!

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TECHNION REWIND

This month's Technion Rewind looks back to 1990, when the Ofek 2 satellite is launched as a joint project of Israel Aerospace Industries and the Israel Space Agency. This second groundbreaking satellite of its kind was made possible largely thanks to Technion alumni.

In honour of the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology turning 100 this year, every month we'll be rewinding the clocks and remembering milestone moments in Technion history.

TECHNION TRIVIA

When more than 3,000 Technion students were deployed this past year to protect Israel, how did the University support these reservists as they transitioned back to campus life?

A.) Provided access to an extensive array of mental health services, like counselling and PTSD resources.

B.) Offered tutors and other academic support to assist in keeping their studies on track.

C.) Gave out coupons for a pick me up at a local coffee shop.

D.) All of the above.

Think you know the answer? Select your best guess and we’ll let you know if it’s true!

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