Your Innovation.
 Our Journey. Shared Impact.

Yissum is more than a tech transfer company.

We are a home for researchers, industry partners, and entrepreneurs who believe in the power of ideas to change the world.

We create win–win collaborations that bring the Hebrew University’s groundbreaking technologies to the global markets.

Join us. Together, we can shape the future of innovation and turn ideas into impact. Your Innovation. Our Journey. Shared Impact.

AgTech

39 Results

Chemistry & Nanotechnology

30 Results

Computer Science & Engineering

Medical Devices & Digital Health

20 Results

Micro & OptoElectronics

Sustainability & Environment

16 Results

VetTech

8 Results

AI & Quantum Research at the Hebrew University

Meet our researchers. Click on a profile to discover their work and get in touch.

Innovation corner

Elad Benjamin

Head of AI Innovation

Dr. Tomer Simon

Chief Scientist
Microsoft Israel R&D

Nadir Izrael

Co-Founder & CTO

Inbal Kreiss

Head of Innovation,
Systems, Missiles & Space

Dr. Karin Nov

Senior Director,
Emerging Science Lead

Dr. Aya Soffer

VP, AI Technologies,
Director, IBM Research

Ori Tadmor

VP Operations, KLA,
President, KLA Israel

Industry leaders sharing insights from the forefront of global innovation

Testimonials

We deeply appreciate our continuing collaboration with Yissum and The Hebrew University. Their cooperative mindset, scientific rigor, and professionalism ensure that our joint initiatives are both targeted and effective. The Yissum team is instrumental in establishing connections and promoting discussions with relevant Principal Investigators, which is essential for our success. I look forward to deepening this partnership and further strengthening our shared impact in healthcare.

Larisa Amir

Managing Director, Merck Healthcare R&D Center | Israel affiliate of Merck KGaA | Merck Healthcare Global R&D

At COPIA, we’ve worked closely with Yissum since 2019 and consistently found exceptional, highly relevant opportunities from the Hebrew University. The team understands our investment focus, introduces us to outstanding scientific ventures, and supports the process with integrity, professionalism, and strong IP collaboration. Thanks to Yissum, we’ve made two successful portfolio investments that strongly align with our sustainability vision.

Ohad Zuckerman

Managing Partner, COPIA Agriculture and Food Technologies L.P.

At NetZero Tech Ventures, we are strategically working closely with Yissum and have seen firsthand how the team bridges world-class research with real-world application. We deeply value Yissum’s role as a catalyst for innovationdriving meaningful climate and energy solutions from the lab to market.

Yael Weisz Zilberman 

VP Business Developmen at NetZero Ventures

At Fresh-Start FoodTech Incubator we partnered with Yissum to build six companies, and time after time the team proved outstanding. Their scientific strength, strategic mindset, and genuine collaboration consistently turn breakthrough research into strong, investable ventures. Working with Yissum is truly a pleasure, and I look forward to continuing this impactful journey.

Dr. Tammy Meiron 

CTO Fresh-Start FoodTech Incubator

We truly value our long-standing collaboration with Yissum and the Hebrew University. Their scientific excellence, professionalism, and practical approach consistently make our joint work focused, efficient, and impactful. The creative insights that emerge from working together deliver real value. Collaborating with Yissum is a genuine win-win, and we look forward to continuing this productive journey.

Miki Berson 

Biotechnology R&D Initiatives Director, ICL