Twenty-eight outstanding scientists who immigrated to Israel or returned from leading universities abroad took part today in the launch of the national 'Or' and 'Beresheet' programs at the President's Residence in Jerusalem. Immigration and Integration Minister Ofir Sofer said Israel faces a tough global competition to bring top talent home and retain them, with the programs valued at approximately 700 million shekels over the coming years.
This afternoon at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, 28 outstanding scientists — who either immigrated to Israel or returned after years at top global universities — took part in the launch of two national programs, 'Or' (Light) and 'Beresheet' (Genesis). The programs, with a combined budget of approximately 700 million shekels over the next several years, are designed to strengthen Israel's research and development ecosystem by attracting and retaining elite academic talent. Immigration and Integration Minister Ofir Sofer addressed the event, emphasizing the competitive global environment for top researchers. No further details on the programs' specific research tracks or allocation mechanisms have been released yet.
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