The Weizmann Institute of Science
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The Weizmann Institute of Science, established in 1934 in Rehovot, Israel, is a prestigious postgraduate research university specializing exclusively in the natural and exact sciences. It hosts approximately 3,800 scientists, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students engaged in advanced research across mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and computer science. The institute has a rich legacy of innovation, including the creation of WEIZAC, one of the world's first electronic computers, and has been associated with six Nobel laureates and three Turing Award winners. Its research output ranks among the top globally, recognized for high-impact publications and patents. The Weizmann Institute also operates the Clore Garden of Science, the world's first fully interactive outdoor science museum, and offers youth programs such as science clubs and international summer camps. Despite suffering damages from an Iranian missile strike in 2025, the institute continues to be a leading center for scientific discovery and technology commercialization through its subsidiary Yeda Research and Development. It maintains collaborations with industry and defense sectors, contributing to Israel's scientific and technological advancements.
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Tipp: Visitors interested in science and technology should check the institute's official website for visiting hours and any special exhibitions or events. The Clore Garden of Science is ideal for families and young visitors. Booking tickets or tours in advance is recommended, especially for group visits or educational programs. The best time to visit is during weekdays when the campus is active, but check for any public holiday closures. Discounts may be available for students and groups.
Interessante Fakten
- •The Weizmann Institute is associated with six Nobel laureates and three Turing Award winners.
- •WEIZAC, built by the institute in 1954–1955, was one of the world's first electronic computers and is recognized as an engineering milestone.
- •The Clore Garden of Science is the world's first fully interactive outdoor science museum, opened in 1999.
- •Yeda Research and Development Company, a subsidiary of the institute, holds more marine genetic patents than any other research institute globally.
- •In 2025, the institute was targeted in an Iranian missile strike that destroyed buildings but caused no casualties due to nighttime timing.
Geschichte
Founded in 1934 by Chaim Weizmann as the Daniel Sieff Research Institute, the Weizmann Institute was renamed in 1949 to honor its founder after he became Israel's first president.
It pioneered computing in Israel by building WEIZAC in the mid-1950s.
Over the decades, it expanded its research scope and established Yeda Research and Development in 1959 to commercialize its inventions.
The institute has continually ranked among the top global research centers and survived a significant missile attack in 2025 that damaged key research facilities but caused no casualties.
OrtsfĂĽhrer
Clore Garden of Science1999
An innovative outdoor science museum offering interactive exhibits and hands-on learning experiences ideal for visitors of all ages, especially families and students.
WEIZAC Computer1954–1955
The institute-built WEIZAC was one of the earliest electronic computers globally, marking a milestone in computing history and Israeli technological development.
Yeda Research and Development Company1959
A wholly owned subsidiary dedicated to commercializing the institute's scientific inventions, contributing significantly to medical and technological innovations.
Kontakt
Telefon: 08-934-9106
