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Dear Valued Technion Supporter,
Picture a future where cities run on clean energy, where smart transportation systems eliminate congestion, and where food technology ensures abundance for all. This isn't science fiction – it's happening right now in Technion's laboratories, where our brilliant minds are growing these fields through pioneering research and global partnerships.
Would you like to be part of this transformative vision? Read on to learn more…..
Thank you for your unwavering partnership,
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Elysa Greisman
National Executive Director
Technion Canada
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P.S. Want to leave a lasting legacy on campus while contributing to Israel's growth? Plant a tree at Kislak Park - your gift helps create a more sustainable future! | |
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Technion Researchers Develop Auto-Repairing Construction Material
Technion researchers have developed a revolutionary bio-based building material: sand and bacteria that self-repair! This innovation promises longer-lasting, more sustainable structures with reduced maintenance and environmental impact. Read more to learn how this breakthrough is changing the future of construction.
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Technion Biotech Breakthrough Changes Cancer Treatment Game
Cancer is a leading cause of death in Israel and worldwide, but an innovative Israeli biotech company called NanoGhost, founded by Technion's Prof. Marcelle Machluf, has developed a groundbreaking treatment that uses modified stem cells to act as "Trojan horses" that target and destroy cancer cells. The technology, developed at the Technion, can carry various cancer-fighting drugs directly to tumors while minimizing damage to healthy cells. Read more to learn about this revolutionary approach to cancer treatment that could change the future of medicine.
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Technion Set to Premier New Documentary
Director Uri Rosenwaks' documentary explores the past 100 years and looks ahead to the next 100. The film offers a fascinating and unique perspective on the Technion and the emerging State of Israel, covering dramatic wartime moments, the rise of the Startup Nation, and groundbreaking research achievements on a global scale.
COMING SOON TO CANADA
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Technion Alumnus Addresses Supply Chain Solutions at Ashdod Port
Salvador Technologies Executive Chairman, Azi Cohen, is among very few leaders working to revolutionize maritime technology at Ashdod Port's new tech hub. The initiative, which has invested in five groundbreaking startups including Cohen's Salvador Technologies, aims to solve critical supply chain challenges that have intensified since the COVID-19 pandemic and made worse by Houthi attacks. Read more to learn how Salvador Technologies is using technology to combat these challenges.
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Can This Technion Alumnus Save Fish Farms From Feathered Foes?
Nobify is revolutionizing bird deterrence with its cutting-edge AI-powered system that uses hoses to protect fish farms and floating solar panels, preventing costly damage caused by birds. With a booming market in aquaculture and solar energy, their technology is perfectly positioned for massive growth, backed by $900,000 in investment. Committed to sustainability, Nobify is shaping a future where human, animal, and environmental needs can coexist harmoniously—discover more about their exciting innovations and impact here!
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The 100 Years for 100 Trees Initiative
Planting a tree is a powerful way to honour the Technion’s rich history while contributing to its promising future. The "100 Trees for 100 Years" initiative at Technion enhances Kislak Park by planting saplings and transplanting mature trees, symbolizing sustainability, tradition, and leaving a lasting legacy for future generations.
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Support the Technion’s future by sponsoring a tree in Kislak Park for $18,000 CAD. Your gift will help create a lasting legacy rooted in beauty and inspiring the next generations of Technion students.
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Technion Canada and the Association of Jewish Doctors of Quebec
Presents
Beyond Boundaries: A Technion-Rambam Vision for the Future
Monday February 10, 2025
12:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM CST / 9:00 AM PST
The Wolfe Centre aims to ensure significantly improved treatment options for billions of people around the globe - taking the next leap in medical research and accelerating the pace of therapeutic applications. Technion Canada is looking to pool our community's resources to fully sponsor either the naming of an office space, the establishment of a research fund, and/or the establishment of a summer internship scholarship for students. Click here to learn more about the Wolfe Centre.
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For this month’s Technion Trivia, can you guess how many scientific papers have been published by researchers at the Nancy and Stephen Grand Technion Energy Program since 2010?
A.) 1300+
B.) 850+
C.) 3300+
D.) 625+
Think you know the answer? Select your best guess and we’ll let you know if it’s true!
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MAKE TECHNION PART OF YOUR LEGACY | |
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Doing Your Estate Plans? Speak To Us First!
Did you know that you have several options on how to give to the Technion? A Legacy Gift allows you to make charitable contributions to the Technion with different ways to designate your gift. Click here to learn about how Technion Board Member, Harold Garfinkle, is leaving behind a lasting legacy or click here to explore more giving options.
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TECHNION STUDENT PROGRAMS FOR CANADIANS | |
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Apply for the Summer Research Program in Science and Engineering
Looking for a unique experience undertaking a research project at a leading laboratory? Gain hands-on research experience at Technion's state-of-the-art laboratories from July 1-31, 2025. Under faculty guidance, students will conduct cutting-edge research while exploring Israel through cultural and social activities. The scholarship covers on-campus housing, lab work, insurance, and excursions. Apply by March 31st, 2025 to be part of Technion's vibrant academic community this summer! For more information and to apply click here.
Now, thanks to the Lebovic Financial Assistance Fund, students can now apply for additional financial assistance! Click here to see if you qualify.
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IMPORTANT REMINDER:
CRA has extended the deadline for claiming 2024 charitable donations on tax returns to February 28, 2025. To ensure your gift is received in the 2024 tax year, we recommend you avoid sending it by mail. Instead, you can call us toll-free at 1 800 935-8864 or click the "DONATE" button below.
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Powering Israel. Changing the World. | |
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Technion Canada
607-1120 Finch Avenue West
Box 21
Toronto, ON M3J 3H7
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Toronto: 416 789 4545
Montreal: 514 735 5541
Toll Free: 1 800 935 8864
Email: info@technioncanada.org
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