BioAbroad Information

Science Abroad- the organization of Israeli scientists abroad (formerly BioAbroad) is an innovative, nonprofit organization that connects Israeli scientists living around the world and links them with local Israeli and Jewish communities, the international scientific community, and the scientific community in Israel. Science Abroad is the largest network of senior Israeli researchers abroad with over 2000 members, it has 20 centers throughout North America that are run by Israeli scientists on a volunteer basis. Science Abroad’s activities encourage the flow of knowledge and technology to Israel, building valuable connections that directly benefit Israeli research and development. The work of the organization strengthens Israel by establishing and maintaining contact with talented Israeli scientists around the globe. In the public relations battle taking place on American university campuses, Science Abroad empowers Israeli scientists at leading university centers to promote a more positive image of Israel, changing the language of delegitimization prevalent on campus. The members of Science Abroad highlight Israel’s scientific and technological achievement and focus on its contributions to the scientific community and to humanity as a whole. What do we do? • Travel grants to Israel • A well updated job offer data base • Professional seminars that bolster connections among scientists • Meetings and Webinars with representatives of Israeli industry and academia • Get-togethers that bolster Israeli identity for scientists living overseas • Job fairs & meetings supporting those in the process of returning home • Innovative search engine that facilitates connections among colleagues • Active social media groups and a monthly newsletter • Annual award for exceptional Israeli researchers • Networking events