Around 700 outstanding high school girls from across Israel participated in the TechWomen2025 event at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology last week. Now in its 10th year, the event introduces students to academic studies at the Technion and the vast opportunities offered by degrees in science and engineering
Technion supporter and American Technion Society National Board member Rosalyn August, whose generous support makes TechWomen events possible each year, addressed the students in a recorded message: “I support this special program with my heart and my resources because I want to empower brilliant women like you. There is so much darkness in the world, and the Technion and the education you can acquire here represent the light. I have seen how women at the Technion are changing the world, and I have no doubt that you have the power to do the same.”
Prof. Adi Salzberg, vice president for diversity and inclusion, emphasized: “It is so important for us to invite you here because, as one of the world’s leading academic institutions, we want the brightest and sharpest minds – and we refuse to give up on half the population. Increasing female representation at the Technion directly impacts women’s representation in industry, particularly in high tech, and thus influences the future of Israeli society. I hope to see you here at the Technion in the coming years. Wishing you all success!”
The opening session was once again hosted by Dr. Efrat Sabah, an astrophysicist who completed all her degrees at the Technion. She shared her journey, explained the field of astrophysics, and highlighted the Technion’s achievements over the past 100 years – including the rise in the number of female students, from just one in the first graduating class to nearly 50% today.
Julia Saleh-Natur, a Ph.D. student in physics, presented her research under Prof. Ehud Behar. Her team is developing GALI, an innovative system for detecting gamma radiation. Once deployed at the International Space Station, it will help identify gamma-ray bursts from deep space.
Major Neta Blum, a Ph.D. student in the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering and CEO of the “AT” program, shared with the students: “In the Air Force, I investigated aircraft failures using engineering principles. Now, as part of my Ph.D. at the Technion, I am applying those same principles to study failures in the human body.” Blum, a Forbes “30 Under 30” honoree (2020) and recipient of the Deborah Forum’s “Future Generation Leader” award (2023) was also selected for Israel’s 2025 “Voice of the People” committee, led by the President of Israel, which includes 150 Jewish leaders worldwide tackling the Jewish people’s global challenges.
Michal Levitzky, a master’s student in the Facuty of Architecture and Urban Planning, discussed her research at the intersection of art, nature, and technology. “I paint using VR headsets and print with a home 3D printer. It’s not just the final product that interests me, but also the process—the connection between technologies. No other place in Israel provides such infrastructure for a master’s degree like the Technion does.” Currently, under the guidance of Architect Shany Barath, head of the Technological Innovation Lab in the Built Environment, Lewitzky is developing 3D-printed habitats, and is set to present her research at a conference in Tokyo. Additionally, she teaches AI-powered creativity for design and architecture professions.
For more information: Doron Shaham, Technion Spokesperson – 050-3109088
