On behalf of the Weizmann Institute and the FISEB selection committee, it is with great honor and pleasure to announce that Prof. Ehud Gazit (Tel-Aviv University) for groundbreaking contributions to nanotechnology, biochemistry, and biophysics, as well as his outstanding impact on biomedical research in Israel and worldwide.
The 2026 Katzir-ILANIT Award will be presented to Prof. Ehud Gazit on Thursday, February 26th, 2026 at 11:45 and followed by their scientific presentations.
The selection process was highly competitive, with many superb candidates from diverse research fields in the Life Sciences and various universities and research institutes. We extend our warmest congratulations on winning this national prize for outstanding excellence in life sciences research!
Prof. Ehud Gazit | Photo: TAU
On behalf of the selection committee, we are thrilled to announce the first recipient of the FISEB STAR-Award for Scientific Excellence and Leadership. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding scholars in biological research and is a testament to their dedication and contribution to advancing the academic community in Israel.
The selection committee specifically noted Prof. Angel Porgador’s (Ben-Gurion University of the Negev) exceptional impact on cancer research and immunotherapy, from groundbreaking basic science to the development of innovative approaches with therapeutic potential. Prof. Porgador leads the Laboratory for Cancer Immunotherapy Research and Treatment Diagnostics, which focuses on developing personalized immunotherapies for cancer, including antibodies, engineered immune cells, and advanced methods for testing drug efficacy on tumors derived from real patients. His work has earned international recognition, been published in leading journals, and fostered collaborations with research institutions in Israel and around the world. Beyond his research achievements, the committee also cited Prof. Porgador’s substantial contributions to strengthening Israel’s academic community, educating the next generation of researchers, and his wide-ranging engagement in scientific and public initiatives.
The award will be presented to Prof. Angel Porgador during the FISEB 2026 conference on Thursday, February 26th, 2026 at 12:10, followed by a short lecture from Prof. Porgador.
