Touchless Short-Wave Infrared Imaging for Closed Eyes Pupillometry
Pupillometry, the measurement of pupil size and reactivity, is a critical component in neurological examinations and research. Traditional methods of assessing pupil dynamics are often limited to open-eye conditions and require direct contact, which can be impractical in various clinical settings, such as during sleep studies, anesthesia, or intensive care. The advent of touchless imaging […] Read More >
Protecting the Diabetic Neuropathic Foot Using Optimized Wound Site Foot-Loading Footwear
Diabetic neuropathic foot ulcers are a common and serious complication of diabetes, leading to significant morbidity and healthcare costs. Current offloading solutions often face challenges in effectively redistributing plantar pressure to prevent ulcer formation. In this context, the development of innovative technologies such as graded stiffness offloading insoles presents a promising approach to address this […] Read More >
Automatic Detection of Spinal Pathologies Based on MRI Scans
This study introduces an automated system for detecting spinal pathologies in MRI scans, aiming to enhance efficiency and accuracy in medical diagnostics. By leveraging deep learning, the tool can assist radiologists in identifying and classifying pathological vertebrae, potentially improving diagnostic workflows. Background MRI scans are essential for diagnosing various lumbar spine conditions, including infections, inflammations, […] Read More >
New MicroRNAs as Candidates for Depression Therapy
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a complex, common, and recurrent mental disorder (1). The current first-line treatment for MDD is selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), which are antidepressant drugs that block serotonin reuptake. Two microRNA (miRNAs) molecules namely miR-30b-5p and miR-101a-3p were found to be downregulated in the raphe nuclei (RN) of mice following chronic […] Read More >
Tailorable Sensors for Enzymatic Activity Based on Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes with a Responsive Corona of Dendron–Polymer Hybrids
We have developed highly modular amphiphilic polymer-dendron hybrids composed of hydrophobic dendrons and hydrophilic linear polymer (e.g. polyethylene glycol (PEG)) that can be synthesized with a high degree of structural precision for suspending SWCNTs in an aqueous solution. Utilizing the susceptibility of the dendritic block of these amphiphiles toward enzymatic degradation, we demonstrated the ability […] Read More >
Rationally Designed Functionalization of Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes for Real-Time Monitoring of Cholinesterase Activity and Inhibition in Plasma
We employ a fluorometric approach to monitor the activity and inhibition of cholinesterase (CHE) enzymes in blood plasma. We utilize near-infrared (NIR) fluorescent single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) as probes strategically functionalized with myristoylcholine (MC), which is a substrate for CHE. The fluorescence intensity of MC-suspended SWCNTs undergoes a significant decrease upon interaction with CHE, attributed […] Read More >
Dense Speed of Sound Shift Imaging for Ultrasonic Thermometry
During thermal therapeutic applications such as high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU), hyperthermia, and cryoablation, it is crucial to monitor internal tissue temperature to provide feedback on the procedure. Non-invasive MRI techniques for thermal monitoring are limited by their availability and cost. Ultrasonic thermometry is an emerging adaptable alternative due to the advantages of ultrasound in accessibility, […] Read More >
Veye AI-Based Non-Invasive Blood Test for Remote Care
The Clinical Need: Non-invasive blood testing for remote care • Blood count test is the most common clinical test routinely done in billions of patients,• Blood sampling procedure has not significantly changed over a century, requiring an invasive bloodcollection under sterile conditions and laboratory analysis.• Limited accessibility and testing frequency may be life-threatening• Highly invasive […] 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 >
Pioneering Pre-Clinical Research at the Heart of Innovation
For over 30 years, Tel-Aviv University’s Neufeld Heart Research Institute at Sheba Medical Center has been at the forefront of cardiovascular and other fields of research, combining the academic rigor of a university with the clinical expertise of Israel’s leading medical center. As a strategic partner to industry and researchers, we offer a comprehensive suite […] Read More >
Medical Ultrasound Technologies for Diagnostics, Monitoring, and Therapy for Clinically Relevant Problems
The Ilovitsh lab at Tel-Aviv University- We develop noninvasive medical ultrasound technologies for diagnostics, monitoring, and therapy for clinically relevant problems. Our research is highly multidisciplinary, combining engineering, physics, biology, chemistry and medicine. We utilize the unique ability of sound waves to penetrate deep into the body, in some cases even through an intact skull, […] Read More >
Leading Researchers:
The Myers Neuro-Behavioral Core Facility
Unit description:The Myers Neuro-Behavioral Core Facility provides researchers with state-of-the-art technology for performing neuro-behavioral tests in mice. Services: The Core Facility provides expertise in design, implementation, and analysis of behavioral experiments. The Core Facility includes five behavior rooms, which can operate simultaneously, and two animal maintenance rooms with IVC cages operating on a reversed light […] Read More >
Prof. Galit Yovel is the Head of the SCAN@TAU Center SCAN@TAU Center The Strauss Computational Neuroimaging Center George S. Wise Faculty of Life Sciences https://mri.tau.ac.il/about The center’s services SCAN@TAU center is a new MRI multidisciplinary research center at Tel Aviv University that offers cutting edge MR technologies and innovative, high-resolution imaging methods. The […] Read More >
MULTI SENSOR – Multi Modal Recording System for Behavioral Tracking
It is clear today that brain activity of a restrained (or sedated) animal is completely different from that of a freely behaving animal.That is why neuroscientists are seeking to find ways to study animals freely behaving on their natural grounds.TAU’s interdisciplinary research has led to the development of the MULTI SENSOR – Multi Modal Recording […] Read More >
Histopathological evaluation of hard tissues and biomedical devices in their tissue implantation surrounding, using a Plastic Embedding Technique
Plastic embedding is a method that allows histological examination of soft and hard tissues (e.g., blood vessels, bones, teeth, joints and skin tissue), containing solid medical devices of different sizes and made of various materials. In addition to the standard histological observations, such as necrosis, inflammation and fibrosis, this technique provides reliable data on size […] Read More >
Energy Conversion and Transmission Focus on: – Power Electronics: high efficiency conversion, dc/dc converters, dc/ac converters, control and dynamics of power systems, high power pulse generators, passive and active filters, transducers, sensors; – – Photovoltaic Systems – Piezoelectric Sensors and Transmitters – complete systems can be developed on piezoelectric bases, such as energy transmission to human tissues […] Read More >
Laboratory of Experimental BiophysicsSchool of Physics and Astronomy, Faculty of Exact ScienceThe Center for NanoScience and NanoTechnology Services:Small Angle X-ray Scattering (SAXS), Wide Angle X-ray Scattering (WAXS), Grazing Incident Small Angle X-ray Scatter (GISAXS) X-ray scattering provide structural information (shape and size) in non-destructive and stain free conditions. Small angle scattering is an ideal characterization […] Read More >
Department of Biomedical Engineering – Prof. Ofer Barnea Ofer Barnea is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Tel Aviv University and is the Director of the Ela Kodesz Institute for Biomedical Physics and Engineering. He was the chairman of the Department of Biomedical Engineering and the chairman of the Israeli Chapter of the IEEE […] Read More >
The Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Laboratory has in-house facilities for experimental and numerical studies of tissue and whole body biomechanics as well as implant systems. EquipmentMaterial and tissue testing facilities: Computer- controlled uniaxial electromechanical material testing system (Instron 5544) with various load cells and jigs for tension, compression and bending (3,4-point) loading modes Computer-controlled pendulum impact […] 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 >
Prof. Arad (Abboud) Shimon
Research Interests: Signal processing of ECG waveforms. Fetal ECG monitoring. Solving the volume conductor problem in biological tissue. Modeling the electrical heart and brain activities. Lung function tests (Spirometry). Telemedicine. Electrical Impedance Tomography (Congestive Heart Failure, Osteoporosis). Bio-Impedance (brain activity). Read More >
Prof. Arie Ady
Research Interests: Nonlinear Optics, Quasi Phase Matching Periodic and Quasi-Periodic Nonlinear Photonic Crystals All optical processing Frequency stabilization of lasers, high resolution spectroscopy Email: ady@eng.tau.ac.il Phone: 03-6406627 Fax: 03-6423508 Website: https://www.adyarie.sites.tau…. Office: Electrical Engineering, 240 Read More >
Prof. Assaf Yaniv
Research topic: Measuring in-vivo brain micro-structure and neuroplasticity with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in humans and rodents Research methods: Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Diffusion Imaging, Diffusion Tensor Imaging, Tractography; Immuno-histochemistry, Histology. Main projects in the lab include: Investigation and localization of brain regions that undergo plasticity following a cognitive experience or training with MRI Development of MRI frameworks […] Read More >
Patient specific models: Assessment of fetal cardiovascular development Optimization Propofol administration during anesthesia Optimization of fluid resuscitation Assessment of cerebral blood flow autoregulation Multiscale models of physiological systems 3D fiber based model of the contracting heart Oxygen transfer to tissue Biomedical measurements and instrumentation Optimally controlled fluid administration system Detection of bubbles in blood to […] 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. Belkin Michael
Prof. Belkin has been involved in the establishment of many medical start-ups in ophthalmology and other fields. One of his noted contributions was inventing and developing the Ex-PRESS Glaucoma Filtration Device. The ExPRESS, after being sold to global eye care leader Alcon, is now routinely used in glaucoma surgery worldwide. He is now developing his […] 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 >
