April 2025

Dear Technion Community,

In my tenure at Technion Canada, I've found what astounds me even more than the technologies that emerge from Technion labs, is the relentless pace of our innovation ecosystem. Seeing one groundbreaking advancement after another from the Technion can be frustrating at times, as I wonder "Why don't more people take notice of what we're doing here?" That's why this month, I'm excited to highlight a few amazing achievements that are gaining international recognition:

Record-Breaking Acquisition: Google just acquired Wiz, founded by our own alumnus Assaf Rappaport, in both the largest exit in Israeli history and Google's biggest acquisition ever.
Healthcare Innovation Recognition: AISAP, co-founded by Technion alumnus Professor Ehud Raanani, has earned the #4 spot on Fast Company's 2025 list of most innovative healthcare companies for their groundbreaking work in AI-driven medical diagnostics.
Patent Powerhouse: For the fourth consecutive year, the Technion leads all Israeli institutions in U.S. patent approvals with 43 registrations in 2024, ranking second in Europe and 89th globally on the National Academy of Inventors list.

It's moments like these that remind me why I'm so proud to be part of this community. The incredible talent and innovation coming out of the Technion continues to shape industries and improve lives around the world. I hope these achievements bring you as much joy and pride as they bring me!

Looking forward to seeing what we accomplish next.

Chag Sameach | Happy Pesach,

Elysa Greisman

National Executive Director

Technion Canada

NEWS & UPDATES

Four Years Running: The Technion Ranks First

in Israel for U.S. Patent Approvals

The Technion has secured its position as a leader in innovation, ranking first in Israel and second in Europe for U.S. patents approved in 2024 with 43 registrations, while placing 89th on the prestigious National Academy of Inventors global list. This achievement marks the fourth consecutive year that the Technion has led Israeli institutions in patent development, demonstrating the university's exceptional ability to transform groundbreaking research into commercially viable technologies with worldwide impact. Read more to learn about this prestigious Technion milestone.

DNA Data Storage Receives Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Upgrade at the Technion

Technion computer scientists have developed a groundbreaking AI method that accelerates DNA data retrieval by an incredible 3,200 times while simultaneously improving accuracy. This innovation from the Henry and Marilyn Taub Faculty of Computer Science could help unlock DNA storage's remarkable potential—offering 100 million times greater data density than traditional methods with minimal environmental impact. Read more to discover how this Technion breakthrough might revolutionize our approach to the global data storage crisis.

Technion Gains in Race to Commercialize Quantum Computing

Israeli deep-tech startup QuamCore has emerged with a groundbreaking innovation that dramatically reduces quantum computer size from "football field" proportions to a compact box, while simultaneously decreasing energy consumption and costs. Scalability challenges have limited quantum computing since its inception. Could Technion researchers be the ones to unlock practical applications of this revolutionary technology that can outperform traditional supercomputers? Read more to find out!

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

AISAP Earns 4 Spot for Most Innovative Healthcare Companies in 2025

AISAP, an Israeli startup revolutionizing AI-driven diagnostics, has earned global recognition by securing the fourth spot in Fast Company’s 2025 list of the world’s most innovative companies in healthcare. Founded by a team of distinguished experts, including Technion alumnus Professor Ehud Raanani, AISAP is poised to make a lasting impact on the future of medical diagnostics, with a focus on leveraging AI to address complex health challenges. Read more to learn how AISAP’s groundbreaking technology, backed by Technion expertise, is setting new standards in healthcare innovation.

Technion Alumnus Showcases Breakthrough Tissue Repair Technology

In an informative Q&A with CTech, Technion alumna Nora Nseir, founder and co-CEO of Nurami Medical, spoke about founding the company with her partner, Dr. Amir Bahar. Their flagship products include an internal gel seal that degrades within the body once a wound is healed, and a suture-free adhesive that can replace damaged meningeal tissue until new tissue grows - the primary market for which is valued at an estimated $1 billion. Read more to discover how this Technion graduate is pioneering solutions that work in harmony with the body's natural healing processes.

TECHNION PROJECT

Technion’s New Center for High-Speed Flight

Technion has launched the Centre for High-Speed Flight, a groundbreaking facility dedicated to advancing hypersonic flight research. With cutting-edge ground-testing capabilities and high-performance computing, this center will push the boundaries of aerospace engineering, addressing challenges in speed, aerodynamics, and materials. Led by Israel Defense Prize recipient Amnon Harari, the center will foster international collaboration and create opportunities for the next generation of engineers. Join us in supporting this pioneering initiative at the Technion to shape the future of aerospace technology.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Live from the Technion: Israel's Security Horizon

It's not too late to register for this upcoming webinar hosted by the American Technion Society (ATS) happening TODAY, April 8th at 12pm EST. With special guest speaker, former Israeli National Security Adviser Jacob Nagel, you'll gain exclusive insights on Israel’s evolving defence strategies. Tune in to explore how these developments will shape Israel's security in the coming years.

POSTPONED to Fall Season - Toronto Premier of Technion 10 Squared

Important update: the exclusive Toronto screening of "Technion 10 Squared" on May 7, 2025, at JCC Prosserman has been postponed to the fall season. Stay tuned for the re-launch of this exciting new film. More details to come.

POSTPONED

EVENT RECAP

GenNext Event: Powering the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Revolution

– A Huge Success

We're thrilled to announce the amazing turnout at last month's GenNext event, Powering the AI Revolution in Toronto. The evening was filled with a vibrant energy and insightful discussions about the future of AI. Prof. Shahar Kvatinsky's presentation highlighted Technion’s role in leading the global AI revolution, while Dayna Herman’s heartfelt story added a personal touch to the evening. We deeply appreciate everyone's participation and enthusiasm, which helped make the event memorable. Thank you Prof. Kvatinsky for your engaging presentation, and to Dayna Herman for hosting the event! Stay tuned for the next one!

TECHNION TRIVIA

Last month, Google made its largest acquisition in history, purchasing the cloud security company Wiz, which was founded by Technion alumnus Assaf Rapaport. Can you guess the total value of Google's purchase?

A.) $10 billion

B.) $8 billion

C.) $40 billion

D.) $32 billion

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

SEE THE ANSWER