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Founded in 1944, the American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science develops philanthropic support for the Weizmann Institute in Israel, and advances its mission of science for the future of humanity.
Dec 21, 2020... The Vera and Chaim Weizmann Honor Society hosted its first virtual event. The event began with three moving testimonials from Honor Society members Ruth Yancovich of Hartford, CT, Raymond Shwake of Washington, D.C., and Marie and Leo Gosser of Parkland, FL, who shared why they decided to make Weizmann part of their lasting legacies. Executive Committee member and Honor Society Co-Founder Alan Fischer offered greetings before introducing American Committee CEO Dave Doneson and Vice President of Personalized Philanthropy Stacy Sulman. Ms. Sulman moderated a discussion with Mr. Doneson about the Weizmann Institute’s latest breakthroughs and collaborations, its remarkable response to COVID-19, and more.
Jan 05, 2021... 2020 was a difficult year for humanity, but one that demonstrated the power of science to heal our world. In this video, we look back at the Institute’s remarkable progress—starting with its rapid response to the coronavirus crisis. From developing potential vaccines and treatments to modeling a smart lockdown plan, Weizmann scientists such as Dr. Nir London and Prof. Sarel Fleishman were key players in the global fight against the viru
Jan 05, 2021... The Vera and Chaim Weizmann Honor Society is a community of dedicated people who help secure the future of science by including the Weizmann Institute in their estate and legacy planning. In this video, learn about the legacy of Dr. Chaim Weizmann, who envisioned a scientific institute in the Jewish homeland—as well as the early visionaries of the American Committee, who helped make Dr. Weizmann’s dream a reality. Honor Society members become Founders of the Future—key partners in the Weizmann Institute’s search for solutions to humanity’s most urgent problems. By following in the footsteps of Vera and Chaim Weizmann and dedicated philanthropists who came before, they help shape a better world through science.
Jan 12, 2021... President Prof. Alon Chen welcomes us to the 72nd Annual Meeting of the International Board of the Weizmann Institute of Science.
Jan 12, 2021... Prof. Alon Chen – who is not only the Weizmann Institute president, but a renowned neurobiologist – moderates Building the Future of Neuroscience. Neuroscience is a major area of focus for the Institute and the subject of a new flagship initiative.
Jan 05, 2021... SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA—January 5, 2021—The American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science announced that Bay Area philanthropists Dr. Gladys Monroy and Larry Marks have increased their support of brain research at the Weizmann Institute by more than $5 million. Their giving towards neuroscience at Weizmann now totals more than $11 million. Located in Rehovot, Israel, the Weizmann Institute is one of the world’s leading centers of multidisciplinary scientific research and graduate study.
Feb 09, 2021... The Vera and Chaim Weizmann Honor Society hosted its second virtual event, this time for West Coast, Southwest, and Midwest Honor Society members and loyal donors. The event opened with testimonials from Diane and Michael Brown of Scottsdale, AZ, the Hon. William A. Marovitz of Chicago, IL, and Dr. Merry Rubin Sherman of San Francisco, CA, who shared their personal reasons for establishing legacy gifts at Weizmann. American Committee President Dr. Gladys Monroy and Honor Society Co-Chair Larry Marks then offered greetings and introduced CEO Dave Doneson. Dave took part in a conversation with Vice President of Personalized Philanthropy Stacy Sulman about the Weizmann Institute's coronavirus research, international collaborations, and more.
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Dec 21, 2021... The Vera and Chaim Weizmann Honor Society closed out 2021 with a virtual event for Honor Society members with updates on The Institute’s remarkable achievements of the past year, and to preview some exciting projects on the horizon.
https://www.weizmann-usa.org/news-media/feature-stories/remembering-prof-michael-sela/
May 31, 2022...
The worldwide community of the Weizmann Institute of Science deeply mourns the passing of our beloved longtime leader, preeminent scientist, and dear friend, Prof. Michael Sela.
Throughout his illustrious career, Michael made numerous discoveries that forever changed immunological research, shedding light on the genetic control of the immune response.
He co-invented the blockbuster drug Copaxone® for the treatment of multiple sclerosis as well as three cancer treatment drugs – Erbitux®, Vectibix®, and Portrazza® – which have improved the lives of millions worldwide.
Jul 18, 2022...
Homo sapiens has come to dominate the planet, but what are the traits that have allowed humans to have such a position? On this episode, “Human Story,” Dr. Liat Ben David, CEO of the Davidson Institute of Science Education, the educational arm of Israel's acclaimed Weizmann Institute of Science, discusses her book, The Story of Our Lives, The: Homo Sapiens' Secrets of Success.
Excerpt from Groks Science Show"I do have strong beliefs that through the education processes such as we’re doing at Davidson with youths — from not only Israel but all over the world — creating and developing science literacy as the tools for making decisions and solving problems for more and more of our youngsters, and if we want the bright future that I’m talking about, science literacy is the pillar of building up a better, democratic, and tolerant society.” – Dr. Liat Ben David
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