Biotechnology

Biotechnology deals with the development of applications that leverage biological and biochemical systems for the benefit of mankind. It is powered by its interdisciplinary nature that integrates scientific knowledge and methodologies from biology, biochemistry, medicine, chemistry, engineering and computer science.

Biotechnology

HEBREW VERSION

 

About the Program

 

The beginning of biotechnology dates back to the beginning of humankind where biological processes where used in agriculture and food production.

 

Modern biotechnology is powered by its interdisciplinary nature that integrates scientific knowledge and methodologies from biology, biochemistry, medicine, chemistry, engineering and computer science. Modern Biotechnology is propelled by deep understanding of the principles that drive Biological processes in nature, so we can capitalize on them or even improve them.

 

 

Why Biotechnology?

 

The biotechnology track aims to provide students the knowledge and tools to engage multidisciplinary science with the focus on the development of applications that are beneficial for mankind.

 

Our program emphasizes interdisciplinary training and collaborative research using cutting-edge technologies and experimental systems to address fundamental and innovative biological questions.

 

Students in the biotechnology track will receive training in a wide range of methods from the scientific fields as molecular biology, bio-engineering, medicine, protein chemistry, molecular engineering, bioinformatics, immunotechnology and molecular microbiology. The training will provide students with a strong foundation to engage cutting-edge research by employing state-of-the-art approaches.

 

 

Program chair

 

Biotechnology is one of the most fascinating fields in modern science. On one hand, it is as ancient as the age of human civilization, since man learned to make bread, cheese, and wine. On the other hand, it is highly innovative, incorporating tools from biology, chemistry, physics, and computer science. Modern biotechnology includes, among other things, nanotechnology, bioinformatics, drug development, bio-materials, synthetic biology, and tissue engineering.



The field continues to advance with new technologies of gene editing and the use of artificial intelligence for applications including personalized medicine, design of medicinal materials, and metabolomics.

 

Ehud Gazit

 

 

 

The curriculum consists of 30 hours inaddition to practical research in the lab.

 

Curriculum

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