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Start-up nation packs its bags
Many Israeli startups are choosing to launch in America (specifically, Boston and Route 128), rather than in Israel. We must act to keep them at home.
For them, it costs more
Only large companies benefit from the production of natural gas. Traditional industries will be left behind
The debilitating brain drain
Israel must find a way to ensure that its brightest minds remain at home rather than seek greener pastures abroad
Middle class under siege
Only coins and tadpoles have just a head and a tail; societies, in contrast, can’t survive and thrive without something in the middle
The Startup Nation’s Scorched Earth
Early exit often leaves scorched earth, because it allows knowledge buyers to easily complete the process of product transfer to a convenient environment for them – and disband the Israeli group.
Neophyte politicos, tried businessmen
Some fresh faces may help revitalize a Knesset that has lost respect and trust among ordinary Israelis.
Ideas from Nature
Scientists are drawing inspiration from the natural world, and using what they learn to help solve problems for humans
The tale of the elephant and the mouse
To strengthen its ties with China, Israel needs to leverage its reputation for innovation and creativity.
Rafael’s guardian angels
Defense technology is not solely about mass destruction; it can be about saving lives.
Practical Engineering is an area for outstanding students – not just for weak candidates
Why is the field of practical engineering considered rewarding, suffers from a lack of workers – and why public school students are prevented from enrollment? According to work published by Forum 120, initiated by Prof. Uzi Arad, in Israel there is a shortage of engineers and practical engineers and consequently there are a fear of productivity. The question is asked is how to improve the situation, for practical engineering schools do not set a high entry barrier and almost all who are interested can learn the trade. Moreover, the work is rewarding, both professionally and financially.
