Welcome to this week's edition of the ISRAEL21c newsletter - we hope our feature articles on Israeli advancements in health, technology and democracy will create a greater awareness about the vibrant Israel which exists beyond headlines of conflict.

Israel's Compugen partnering with U.S.-based Millennium Pharmaceuticals
The joint venture is designed to help create a broader pathway to discovering how genetic information is transmitted and perhaps lead to new drug discoveries.

Bringing Dali and friends to the desert
A collection of works by Surrealist and other early 20th century artists has arrived at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in the form of a bequest from the Ilin family, manufacturers of the only car made in Israel.

European Union project plans biotech incubator in Jerusalem
Consortium hopes the facility will nurture a new group of biotech startups in Jerusalem, which is already seen as the center for health care business and research in Israel.

Israeli doctors continue to treat Palestinian children
Palestinian children with severe health problems are welcome to free treatment at hospitals throughout Israel.


Arturo Schwartz - benefactor to art and Israel
The Italian-based art scholar and patron has donated extensively to museums in Israel, including the gift of a comprehensive collection of Dada and Surrealist art to the Israel Museum in Jerusalem.

Indigo products boosting HP printer lineup
Israel-based Indigo's high-end digital printers are now part of Hewlett Packard's line, enabling the company to offer a complete range of printing systems on the worldwide market.

Israeli cultural critic takes homeless problem into his own hands
Gilad Harish, a Tel Aviv lawyer and author, decided to take direct action to help homeless immigrants by founding the city's first shelter and soup kitchen.

Guarding corporate documents from the inside out
Software developed in Israel by startup Alchemedia helps prevent the theft of sensitive documents by encrypting information to stop unauthorized saving, copying, forwarding, e-mailing or printing of the material.

Don't overlook investment opportunities in Israeli high-tech today
The recession and security problems have downgraded valuations, but the overall quality of Israel's technology hasn't changed.


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