When it comes to conveying great ideas in simple, riveting terms, few do it as well as TED. After being held exclusively in the US for years, the TED organization has gone global, making Israel its first international destination.

Over half a billion people worldwide suffer from conditions that cause a disturbance in blood oxygen levels. Israeli company Oxitone developed an innovative blood-oxygen monitor, called an oximeter, worn on the wrist.

What's in a pill container? Not sex appeal, most of us would argue. Assaf Wand, however, thinks differently. Wand's startup Sabi turns basic products like pillboxes; pill dispensers and other "wellness" products into smart stand-out products.

One of the deadliest symptoms of liver disease is cirrhosis, a condition which causes scar tissue to form on the liver . Now, an Israeli researcher has found a cell in the immune system which is a key factor in battling the life-threatening condition.

An international study headed by Israeli researchers, may put an end to the invasive procedure involved in detecting stomach cancer. It is quite possible that in the near future, a device that can "smell" cancer on a person's breath will replace gastroscopy.

According to estimates, one in every 15,000 babies will be born with PCD, a condition that causes organs to develop on the wrong side of the body. A recent research from Israel has discovered a mutation that may be the cause for the condition.

The use of medicinal herbs may be as ancient as humanity itself, but such treatments are often considered no more than "voodoo." However, a recent EU-funded research in Israel has proven that some plants are, in fact, as effective as Western medicine.

Say goodbye to pills and hello to fortified confectionery. An Israeli company has developed candies with health benefits. The innovative lollipops, wafers and toffees are formulated to help shed pounds, boost the immune system and promote bone health.

While we are still far from building bionic eyes, a recent study done in Israel has developed a way of restoring retinas damaged by neurodegenerative disease using genetic engineering and holographic projection.

The euphemism "You're not fat, you're just big boned" may have more to it than harmless banter. Researchers at Tel Aviv University have uncovered a clear genetic link between fat and bone mass, which often serves as an indicator of overall health.

Diabetics have to constantly monitor their blood-sugar levels and carry measuring devices that, while functional, are not really attractive. Israeli-developed Dario is a smartphone attachment that does that and more – while maintaining a sleek exterior.

The day when tiny robots patrol our bodies, locate disease, and treat them on the spot is not so far away. Scientists from the Weizmann Institute have recently made a major step towards making such devices a reality.

Many people turn to Google to research a medical condition they may have. But when it comes to serious conditions, the overwhelming amount of data can be misleading. Medivizor is trying to sift through the noise.

Israeli researchers have made a discovery that may very well ease the lives of many people suffering from back pain. As a recent study reveals, walking three times a week is just as effective for pain-relief as in-clinic treatment.

While researching two families of Iraqi Jews with a long family history of hearing loss, Prof Karen Avraham of Tel Aviv University discovered a significant mutation in cells of the inner ear, which could lead to new treatments for hearing disorders.