Nano israel 2010

Israel is recognized over the world as a leading source of knowledge and innovation in advanced research and technology. Israel's technological achievements are at the forefront of communications, electronics, computer software, networking, defense, security and life sciences industries.

More than 100 major International technology firms maintain active R&D centers in Israel. Global business surveys consistently place Israel among the most attractive nations for advanced technology development. Israel's workforce is among the highest educated in the world - fully 20 percent of Israel's working population hold academic degrees. For each 10,000 employees, 140 are scientists or technicians, and 135 are engineers, higher than in the US, Japan and the European nations. There are several generous financial incentive program driven by the Israeli government for R&D programs.

Israel's small size and limited financial resources are serious challenges, but its academic, business and government leaders recognize nanotechnology as a key platform for ensuring Israel's continued R&D excellence for decades to come.