This archive collects solutions-journalism stories and milestones from or about Israel — covering advances in science, technology, health, environment, and civic life. Each entry highlights concrete progress worth knowing about.
The researchers from Tel Aviv University and the Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer believe that their discovery could contribute to the development of a vaccine against melanoma.
Hadassah-University Medical Center in Jerusalem’s Ein Kerem has announced an “unprecedented achievement” in the treatment of multiple myeloma cancer – the second-most common hematological disease.
The agreement, struck at COP27 in Egypt, where world leaders are discussing how to mitigate the climate crisis, marks an important, albeit initial, step in cooperation.
While the Health Ministry has advised against conversion therapy for years, no formal prohibition had been issued against the practice until now.
The new law will also grant equal access to surrogate pregnancy for all, including single men and transgender individuals.
Nitzan Horowitz, the out Minister of Health in Israel, proclaimed, “There’s no difference between one blood and the other. Discrimination against gays in donating blood is over.”
The factory will have the capacity to produce 1,100 lb of cultured chicken, pork and lamb each day, which is equivalent to around 5,000 burgers, and the company says beef products are on the way.
The new legislation will come into effect in six months — a historic decision for animal rights and protection.
Once the fur ban is enacted, any person who wishes to buy or sell fur in Israel must apply for a permit under strict regulations. Permits will only be considered in special cases including scientific research, education or religious/traditional purposes.
Health care professionals may be able to dramatically speed up COVID-19 testing now that Israeli scientists have developed a technique for screening up to 60 patient samples at the same time.
