About Us
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.
Oct 31, 2019... The ocean is one of the largest and most mysterious ecosystems on Earth. In the tenth episode of Weizmann in Focus, Dave Doneson describes the fascinating research of Weizmann Profs. Ilan Koren and Assaf Vardi who set sail aboard the Tara schooner to unlock some of these mysteries. They were among a select group of scientists who traveled thousands of kilometers across all the world’s oceans to advance research and increase environmental awareness. The research conducted on board the schooner yielded hundreds of scientific papers as well as a better understanding of the ocean ecosystem and how it impacts the entire planet.
Sep 22, 2015... September is both Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. In the U.S., prostate cancer is the most common cancer (after skin cancer) in men: about 1 in 7 will be diagnosed during his lifetime. However, as the American Cancer Society points out, prostate cancer is now quite treatable, and “most men diagnosed with prostate cancer do not die from it.” But there is still progress to be made: for example, current treatments can have undesirable side effects, such as erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence.The situation with ovarian cancer is rather reversed. It is far less common – a woman’s risk of being diagnosed is about 1 in 75 – but has much lower survival rates, largely because it is difficult to detect until it has spread. The American Cancer Society reports that only 15% of ovarian cancers are found and treated at the crucial early stages. Development of a reliable way to diagnose ovarian cancer is vital, as is a greater understanding of its tendency to aggressively metastasize and resist treatment. Fortunately, multiple research groups at the Weizmann Institute of Science are investigating prostate and ovarian cancers. Here are just some of their advances:
https://www.weizmann-usa.org/news-media/video-gallery/the-nextgen-initiative/
Jun 07, 2016... Introducing NextGen, the American Committee's new initiative dedicated to inspiring the philanthropic leaders of tomorrow. The NextGen Committee recently held its inaugural “Science on Tap” event at City Winery in New York. This evening of science, networking, and wine tasting featured three stellar students from the Weizmann Institute's Feinberg Graduate School.
Jan 16, 2019...
Elizabeth and Jeffrey Jeep of Western Springs, and Mike and Patti Blazer of Westchester. (Lee A. Litas)
Event: Midwest Region of the American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science annual gala
Benefiting: The Weizmann Institute of Science’s vision to be a place of peace, collaboration and scientific excellence with investment in advancement of scientific innovation and entrepreneurship.
https://www.weizmann-usa.org/news-media/in-the-news/gift-for-science/
Nov 11, 2005...
WHO GAVE IT: Albert Willner, retired orthopedic surgeon, Del Ray Beach, Fla.
WHO GOT IT: The American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science, New York
HOW MUCH: $20 million, paid within ten years
BY REQUEST: The gift will create an endowment to support scientific education and research at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel.
YOUR NAME HERE: The Willner Family Leadership Institute
Nov 05, 2018...
Prof. Alon Chen will be the 11th president of the Weizmann Institute of Science. Credit: Axel Griesch
REHOVOT, ISRAEL—November 5, 2018—The Executive Board of the Weizmann Institute of Science, headed by Shimshon Harel, announced that they have elected Prof. Alon Chen to be the 11th president of the Weizmann Institute of Science. The board accepted the recommendation of the Presidential Search Committee, headed by the chair of the International Board of the Institute, Prof. Jehuda Reinharz. Out of several candidates presented to the search committee, its members unanimously voted to put forward Prof. Chen’s name for the position.
Apr 04, 2016...
Weizmann Institute
A longtime donor to the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel wanted to do more. He had his sights set on endowing a chair that goes to new hires at the institute as they set up labs and assemble research teams. But he couldn’t afford the $750,000 price tag, except through a bequest.
That didn’t stop fundraisers at the New York-based American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science. They worked out a plan with the donor to put his name on a chair sooner rather than later. The donor would start by giving $37,500 each year, roughly equal to what the chair would draw annually from a $750,000 endowment. His estate would pay off the full endowment when he died.
Apr 16, 2018...
L-R: American Committee CEO Marshall S. Levin, National Chair Ellen Merlo, Mid-Atlantic Regional Chair Pennie Abramson, and Gary Abramson.
Washington, D.C.—April 16, 2018—The American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science celebrated the return of its Washington, D.C. and Mid-Atlantic Office with a special event at the Embassy of Israel. The evening attracted about 65 local supporters of the Weizmann Institute, one of the world’s leading multidisciplinary research institutions located in Rehovot, Israel. After opening remarks by American Committee CEO Marshall S. Levin, National Chair Ellen Merlo discussed the significance of reestablishing the organization’s Mid-Atlantic Region. Reuven Azar, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Israel, then welcomed guests, and illustrated the power of scientific cooperation to build bridges between Israel and other nations.
https://www.weizmann-usa.org/news-media/video-gallery/2011-midwest-gala/
May 05, 2011... Produced by Abbott Labs for the Midwest Region of the American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science, and shot largely on location at the Weizmann Institute, this video inspired attendees at the 2011 Chicago Gala with a visual overview of the Institute's main areas of science and several of its most significant breakthroughs.
Nov 12, 2013...
Ellen Merlo and Jay Levy
NEW YORK, NY—November 12, 2013—The American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science has announced that Ellen Merlo of New York and Dr. Jay A. Levy of California were elected Chair and President, respectively, by the Board of Directors at its annual meeting. They succeed outgoing Chairman Lawrence S. Blumberg of New York and outgoing President Pennie Abramson of Washington, D.C., both of whom completed three two-year terms of service.
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