Unique Characteristics in the Development of the Technion – Academic Excellence, National Contribution, Managerial Culture

An attempt has been made, to understand how the Technion has succeeded to become a renown technological research University, and at the same time – to play unprecedented role in the development of Israel. Unique Characteristics that have been developed over the years are discussed – the academic culture, the managerial culture, the national contribution and the academic status. These explain the reasons of success and the ability to overcome difficulties and crises.