Preventive Medicine |
The Rappaport Family Institute promotes excellence in biomedical research and technology. In this video, you will learn about many of the incredible projects underway at the institute, including cancer research, molecular genetics, and development of BioRap technologies. Working with the Technion's faculty of medicine, the Rappaport is in a unique position to research and develop life-saving technologies. Their track record of success, allows them to think out of the box and collaborate with global institutions.
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LycoRed, an Israeli company, has developed a tomato-based product that can protect the skin from cancer caused from the sun, sunburns, and premature aging.This product can help lower the harm done by exposure to radiation and the sun.
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A program in Israel is developing peer mentors who are trained to advise against smoking. At this conference, teens are taught the dangers of smoking and then learn how to encourage their friends to refrain from smoking. Hear from experts in the field and from students who have participated in this program.
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Cupron, an Israeli-based company, is creating products for both the healthcare and textile industries that will protect against bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Their products use copper and they have created everything from socks to protect against infections for soldiers to nipple shields for mothers with HIV to protect their babies. These developments could help to save lives because the copper-based products actually destroy the bacteria and viruses.
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