Scientists have discovered a new neural pathway between the brain and internal organs. The research, conducted at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem used the rabies virus in order to gain a better understanding of bone development.

Sarine Zaken, an Israeli fashion student at Shenkar College of Engineering and Design, grew unique patterns of bacteria and applied them to items she designed. By manipulating the communication between the bacteria, she is able to pre-define patterns, and then apply them as prints.

US and Israeli researchers have been able to uncover the brain's code for pronouncing vowels. The discovery may hold the key to allow people with almost complete paralysis to be able to speak by connecting the brain to a computer.

Is sleep learning possible? A new Weizmann Institute study published in Nature Neuroscience has found that people can learn new information while they sleep, and this can unconsciously modify their behavior when their awake.

MyPermissions developed an automatic personal cloud protection service. It automatically scans the online services you are connected to, alerts you in real time when apps gain permissions to access your personal information, and recommends the best course of action to protect your data.

WisePet are new stuffed animals with a special transparent pocket in which a tablet or a smartphone can be placed. Beyond its protective qualities, the toy can also be operated by a unique app that makes the stuffed toy move and talk.

RoboThespian, a robot with facial gestures and the ability to move, giving a live lesson to Israel kids on the science of levers. The robot is connected to a supply of compressed air which enables the simulation of muscle movement.

Researchers from Tel Aviv University are trying to identify the triggers of allergic reactions, in order to find a way to stop a reaction before it begins. The team hopes that their work will help identify proteins that can be targeted by medication, without impacting other cells.

I-CORE is a new Israeli government initiative that encourages collaborative science projects in various fields. The initiative includes a project focused on finding a channel for synthesizing fuel from materials like wood chips and algae, and connects 27 researchers from different institutes in Israel.

Ginger, an Israel and Massachusetts-based company, develops contextual grammar and spell-checking tools. The company just announced they have raised $5.4 million in an extension of its fourth financing round.

Israeli researchers are one step closer to discovering a treatment for Parkinson's disease, after finding a genetic mechanism connected to cigarette smoking that keeps the degenerative disease from progressing.

The Israeli town of Hoshaya is planning on installing Wi-Fi Internet access on the donkeys it uses as part of its Talmudic-era amusement village, Kfar Kedem. In order to let visitors upload photos and send emails about their experience in real time, park manager decided to offer wireless Internet on the asses.

Ringbow is a wearable ring device that enhances user interaction with touch devices, primarily designed for mobile gaming. It provides the functionalities of a mouse, keyboard and joystick simultaneously, enabling remote controlling for operating systems and applications.

The Israeli Scratch program, part of the miLAB at IDC in Herzliya, teaches young students programming concepts and skills in multimedia communication. Users are taught to make and share their own videos, animations and games.

Israeli startup company, Hyginex, has developed a simple system to reduce healthcare risks in hospitals: Digital bracelets that work alongside sensor-embedded soap dispensers to detect if medical staff washed their hands properly.