Users prefer the ‘warmth’ of an artificial intelligence system over its competence, according to researchers in Haifa

Most of the research done to date regarding “warmth” perceptions of AI-based systems addressed systems with a virtual or physical presence such as virtual agents and robots.
Being afraid of math prevents people from dealing with it when they need it – even if they learned it at school, a new Israeli study asserts

The researchers found a widespread lack of understanding of mathematical terms. This has important implications for the ability of the public to assess the daily news about COVID-19
Israel develops an easier and cheaper way to diagnose tuberculosis

The team in Prof. Hossam Haick of the Chemical Engineering Faculty conducted the ground-breaking research, creating a sticker patch that is attached to the patient’s arm, Led by Dr. Rotem Vishinkin, the group created the patch that includes a pouch of absorbing material.
Star-gazing Technion students in Haifa to help develop space nanosatellite

IAI’s space division will help in several ways, including the provision of space engineers to help define, characterize and closely mentor the students’ mission.
Historic First: Israel launches three Autonomous Nano-Satellites Flying in Formation

On each of the nano-satellites was assembled a digital receiver, one of the most complex receivers ever designed in a nano-satellite.
Israel develops Technology that can detect Dehydration, Disease in Crops

Prediction of stress conditions is important for monitoring plant growth stages, disease detection and assessment of crop yields.
Technion Scientists Discover Amino Acid from Skin of Baby Toad Has Potential to Fight Bacteria

Toads helped Israelites against Pharoah; now they could help the world fight bacteria
Israeli Student Team Creates Award-winning Decoy that Tricks Coronavirus

The goal of the Technion team, most of whom are students in the Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Engineering, was to develop a product that would lower contact infection.
Israel discovers New insight into Viruses in the Sea and the Algae they Infect

These proteins, which naturally originate in unicellular algae, are used in neuroscience for precise manipulation, stimulation and inhibition of neurons and other excitable cells, through the use of light.
Testing Sewage on University Campuses for Coronavirus Will Provide Speedy Data on Outbreaks to Protect Students and Staff

The tests will be carried out at the end of each sampling day, and the findings will be used for evaluating ongoing vulnerabilities and determining priorities for extensive surveys of people coming to the campus.