Hierarchically Structured Core/ Sheath Microfibers for Filtration, Separation, and Catalysis Applications
The development of synthetic fibers that mimic the complex, hierarchical nano-to-microscale structures found in nature, like cellulose and silk, can potentially revolutionize various fields, from smart active textiles to environmental science an sustainability. These fibers, which contain internal features spanning from the nano- to the microscale, can exhibit superior properties compared to conventional fibers, opening […] Read More >
Development of Improved Peptide Inhibitors of the HIF/PHD Interaction – Anemia and HIF – Related Diseases
Modern drugs are molecules that interfere with the activity of a specific protein related to a target disease. Within this realm, new molecules capable of interfering with protein-protein interactions (PPIs) are in the heart of modern drug discovery. However, the discovery or de-novo design of new molecules is often hampered by the lack of structural […] Read More >
Jellyfish׳ Collagen-Based Smart Wound Dressing with Antibacterial Properties
Collagen-based dressing in wounds greatly benefits the healing process. Unfortunately, most collagen is extracted from bovine tissues, which bears a significant risk of transmitting various biological contaminations. Moreover, the collagen extraction process from bovine tissue involves time and cost-consuming steps, reducing the total collagen yield and increasing the overall cost of goods. In addition, the […] Read More >
Anti-Oxidation Agent to be Incorporated Into Cosmetics Leading to More Stable and Longer Shelf-Life Products
Oxidation is the reaction of Oxygen with a wide array of reactants. In cosmetics, product oxidation leads to spoilage of ingredients used in the manufacturing products, the inactivation of oxygen-sensitive enzymes, shortening of product shelf-life, and discolorations of end-product. Self-assembling peptide-based hydrogels are simple hydrogels that can be combined with a wide variety of ingredients […] Read More >
Protection of Oxygen-Sensitive-Enzymes by Peptide Hydrogel
Molecular oxygen (O2) is a highly reactive oxidizing agent harmful to many biological and industrial systems. A simple encapsulation in a protective aqueous environment of O2 -sensitive reactions is of need. Self-assembling peptide-based hydrogels are simple hydrogels that can be combined with a wide variety of reagents and are able to encage O2 and significantly limit its […] Read More >
High Temperature superconducting wires on Sapphire
Next generation of superconducting wires – double-sided coated superconductor tapes on sapphire that will be much simpler to fabricate, will have a lower cost, and much lower AC losses compared with current technologies. We are targeting the electricity market addressing a growing problem of blackouts due to power surges. Using our innovation to introduce revolutionary […] Read More >
Super Organic Tunable and White-Light Emitting Diode (OLED) by a Natural Chromophore Separation Matrix
The Technology A bio-organic framework of mucin, controlling electronic interactions between two or more energetically interacting materials, is presented. The hydrophilic mucins act as a host material for introduced nano-sized hydrophobic dyes. These can be combined in any proportion to generate photo-luminescent emitters fully tunable to any visible wavelength. The technology can provide a process […] Read More >
Metal nanowire films are increasingly used as transparent electrodes in many applications, including touch screens, displays, smart windows, EMI shielding and others.The group of Prof. Gil Markovich from Tel Aviv University developed a unique process for growing patterned conductive transparent silver nanowires thin film electrodes. In this unique process the nanowires grow in-situ, directly on […] Read More >
Nano-Reinforcement of Adhesives, Plastics, Paints and Coatings
Technology Reinforcement of common and proprietary polymers (plastics) and composite materials for coatings and casts with nano-additives in small percentages leads to improvement of anti crack, anti-scratch, anti-rust and anti-moisture properties. Novel, patented, self-assembled organic aromatic peptide nanotubes and nanospheres exhibit exceptional thermal and chemical durability and outstanding mechanical properties. These nanostructures have demonstrated increase […] Read More >
Cobalt tungsten phosphorous electroless deposition process and materials
The Technology The new technology of electroless cobalt has lower resistance and enhanced electromigration resistance compared to alternative barriers that are used today. Therefore, for submicron technology, the new technology yields better global interconnect delay, improved reliability and increased resistance to corrosion. Furthermore, it is well conformed to the use since the deposition is a […] Read More >
The group focuses on the development and processing of advanced ceramic and ceramic composite materials, including ternary carbides and nitrides known as MAX phases and their exfoliation into their 2D counterparts, known as MXene. These materials have a range of potential applications, including in power stations, nuclear reactors, jet engines, armor, optical components, energy generation […] Read More >
The laboratory investigates the local electrical properties of individual defects and internal interface segments with respect to their microstructure General research statement of DIIL:The Defects and Internal Interfaces Lab (DIIL) studies local electron transport properties across microstructural defects in alloys and across interfaces between metallic materials. Electron scattering is usually enhanced at defects and internal […] Read More >
Our group is involved in the design, preparation, characterization, and testing of materials and processes for environmental applications. We also focus on quantifying the risk of nanomaterials on the environment and identifying future areas of research necessary to realize safe deployment of promising nanomaterial applications. Our Research: Nanomaterials for water treatment Development of advanced water-treatment […] Read More >
The Laboratory of the Quantum Electronic Transport in the Nano Systems
Our laboratory was established in the 1992 by Prof. Alik Palevski, upon his joining of the School of Physics as a new faculty. The scientific research deals with a wide variety of the physical phenomena at low temperatures. Currently the research is focused on superconductivity, magnetic order and strong spin-orbit interaction related phenomena in hetero-structures, […] Read More >
Structure Determination of Low to Medium Size Molecules
Structure determination of low to medium size molecules (up to MWt of ca. 2000) by mainly 1D and 2D NMR spectra.The molecules have to be soluble in organic solvents (CDCl3, acetone etc. to polar solvents like, DMSO, MeOH).It is possible to handle also mixtures that can be separated by chromatographies. Preliminary evaluation will be […] Read More >
The Biomaterials and Corrosion LaboratoryIby and Aladar Fleischman Faculty of Engineering, Tel-Aviv University, Israel In line with the demands of modern society, the multidisciplinary Biomaterials and Corrosion Laboratory is conducting strategic R&D on advanced materials ranging from biomaterials and nanomaterials, to materials for space applications, alloy deposition and archaeology. The Lab also provides materials […] Read More >
The mechanical workshop’s goal is to provide quick and high-quality professional services. The staff consists of highly experienced personnel, possessing a wide knowledge in technology and manufacturing. Services offered by the workshop: Assistance and consultation in designing, developing and manufacturing of mechanical products Independent design and development of products, devices and accessories. The designing process […] Read More >
Our laboratory conducts research on biological systems engineering. BioEnergy systems Bioenergy systems efficiency analysis We develop models to analyze the efficiency and net energy balance of biorefineries. Bioelectricity and bioenergy We are interested in all aspects of bioelectricity and bioenergy starting from electric fishes, carbon fluxes, bio-batteries and energy molecules metabolism. Multiorganism metabolism and fermentation, […] Read More >
Electrical Discharge and Plasma Laboratory המעבדה להתפרקויות חשמליות ופלאסמות A joint facility of the Faculties of Exact Sciences and Engineering P.O.B. 39040, Tel Aviv 69978, ISRAEL ת.ד. 39040, תל-אביב 69978 Vacuum Arc Deposition The Electrical Discharge and Plasma Lab at Tel Aviv University specializes in vacuum arc deposition (VAD). The vacuum arc is a high current, […] Read More >
Custom synthesis of organic compounds Industrial Research Services: We offer services for custom synthesis of small organic compounds. Our laboratories in Tel Aviv University have all the basic state-of-the-art instrumentation for synthetic capabilities. The School of Chemistry also has an Analytical Research and Instrumentation Unit, which provides services for organic analyses. The Department of Chemistry […] Read More >
Prof. Amir Roey Jacob
Design and synthesis of advanced polymeric hybrids and their assembly into functional nanostructures for applications ranging from nanomedicine to materials science Research Design, synthesis and characterization of smart polymers Design, synthesis and characterization of dendrimers and polymeric hybrids Stimuli responsive self-assembly and disassembly Utilization of smart polymers as selective drug delivery systems Read More >
Dr. Beck-Barkai Roy
Research Cytoskeleton protein complexes – Interaction between cytoskeleton protein complexes and their effect on the structure and elasticity of the cell. Intrinsically disordered protein – Statistical structural characterization of proteins that do not completely fold into 3d fixed structures in solutions. Nanoscopic complex – characterizing and manipulating nanoscopic complexes by grafted biopolymer. Membrane physics – stabilization of membrane to […] Read More >
Prof. Benhar Itai
Prof. Benhar is an expert and opinion leader in the field of antibody engineering. Over the 25 years of being active in that field, he prepared several phage display libraries from which antibodies against numerous targets were isolated. Prof. Benhar publishes over 100research papers, wrote 10 book chapters and submitted 19 patent applications. Research in Prof. […] Read More >
Prof. Bergman David Jonathan
Composite media: New physical properties that do not appear in homogeneous media; critical points in the magneto-transport and magneto-optics of metal/dielectric mixtures in the presence of a strong magnetic field; focusing of an electromagnetic wave with a resolution that is not limited by the wavelength. Read More >
Prof. Boxman Reuven Lev
Research Interests: Electrical Discharges and Plasmas — Basic Physics and Applications Vacuum Arc Physics — electrode processes and plasma properties Thin Films and Coatings — preparation, characterization, and utilization Vacuum Arc Deposition — equipment, processes, and coatings: research, development and design Carbon nano-tubes and other nano-particles: synthesis, characterization, and applications Read More >
Prof. Brosh Tamar
Biochemical Aspects of Dental Restorations and Orthodontic Tooth Movement Biomechanical behavior and response to dental treatments are studied in our laboratory and our in vivo studies. Restorative materials, including bonding materials,are tested for performance (e.g., durability and strength). We work on improving their properties by combining nano-tubes with the materials (in cooperation with the Molecular Microbiology and Biotechnology Department). For this, we study […] Read More >
Prof. Cohen Yoram
Research Supramolecular Systems in Solution; Applications of Diffusion NMR to Supramolecular Systems (Complexation, Structure Elucidation and Hydration); Hydrogen-Bond Molecular Capsules in Solution; Solution Host-Guest Chemistry; Synthesis and Applications of Target Specific MRI Contrast Agents; Applications of Diffusion MRI and MRS for Studying Brain Structure and Mechanisms of Brain Injury (Stroke, Trauma and other Neurological Disorders); […] Read More >
Prof. Deutscher Guy
A nanoscale coherence length is a key property of high temperature superconductors. Point Contact and STM spectroscopy can be used to reveal the effect of nanoscale faceting on the order parameter (1,2). These studies are fundamental for the development of tunneling and Josephson devices. Another kind of device being studied consists of a two ferromagnetic […] Read More >
Prof. Dvir Tal
Microfluidics-based tissue engineering. Recreating stem cell niches, microfluidics bioreactors for tissue engineering. Nanotechnological strategies for engineering thick cardiac tissue. Engineering a 3D neuronal network for spinal cord and brain regeneration. Fabrication of Nanoelectronics/engineered tissue hybrids. Developing smart delivery systems that recruit stem cells to defected organs. Email: tdvir@tauex.tau.ac.il Phone: 03-6406514 Another phone: 03-6408604 Website: https://dvirlab.wixsite.com/dv… Office: […] Read More >
Prof. Eliaz Noam
Research: Biomaterials (e.g. electrochemically-assisted deposition of calcium phosphates) and medical devices. Bio-Ferrography (e.g. for orthopaedic applications and cancer diagnostics). Environment-induced degradation of materials and hydrogen interaction with materials. Electrodeposition and electroless plating of special alloys (e.g. rhenium-based) and electropolishing. Failure analysis. Quality control of raw materials and products; consultation services for materials and processes selection. Read More >
