The Global Economic Impact of COVID-19:A Summary of Research
This essay surveys and summarizes recent research and reports on the global economic impact of the COVID-19 ‘new coronavirus’. It argues that the major impact of the epidemic, or alleged pandemic, is on the supply side of the global economy – while remedies now considered and applied are largely on the demand side. The global […]
Models for Translational Medical Research in Israel Executive Summary
This project examines various models for the translation of academic discoveries ‘from bench to bedside’ to create innovative medications. The research examines how different countries in the world support basic biomedical academic discoveries and advance them towards industrial applications. The observation of these models can support the local pharmaceutical eco-system in leveraging Israel’s academic excellence […]
Evaluating Benefits of Transportation Tunnels – The Carmel Tunnels as a Case Study
The study analyses direct benefits (time and fuel saving) and indirect benefits (noise and air pollution reduction) due to driving in the Carmel tunnels. Results show positive benefits, yet, these benefits depend on time of travelling in the tunnels.
Perceived Personal Control
Preventive intervention for children undergoing surgery coupled with changes in the policy of the Pediatric Surgery Department, Operating Room and Recovery Room, designed to enhance the control of children, assist them in accomplishing the specific, psychological tasks and enhance mental health.
Hazardous Household Chemicals and Hazardous Waste: Policy and Procedures Recommendations For Implementation in Israel
This National Priorities document, the ninth to be published, focuses on an important subject that does not get the exposure it deserves – the issue of how chemicals and hazardous household waste are handled in Israel. This subject is hardly discussed and managed at the national level and is rarely discussed in the media. Most […]
