PUBLIC RESEARCH INSTITUTES
1. Agricultural Research Organization, Volcani Center
The research arm of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development supports Israeli agriculture research while focusing on plant sciences, animal sciences, plant protection
2. Israel Oceanographic and Limnological Research (IOLR)
Conducts scientific research in the fields of oceanography, limnology, mariculture and marine biotechnology.
3. Israel Institute for Biological Research
Applied research institute specializing in the fields of biology, medicinal chemistry and environmental sciences.
4. The Geophysical Institute of Israel (GII)
Specializes in the application of diverse geophysical methods to map the structure and characteristics of the subsurface for the oil and gas industry. In addition, the Institute conducts research on Israel's mineral stockpiles, groundwater and natural resources.
5. Soreq Nuclear Research Center
Conducts research in various physical sciences, particularly the development of many kinds of sensors, lasers, atmospheric research, non-destructive testing techniques, space environment, nuclear safety, medical diagnostics and nuclear medicine. It also produces various types of radiopharmaceuticals used by healthcare organizations throughout Israel. In addition, it contains the National Photonics and Electro- Optics Research Center, and SARAF – Soreq Applied Research Accelerator Facility, a versatile particle accelerator.
6. The Interuniversity Institute for Marine Sciences in Eilat
The whole spectrum of marine sciences, including ecology, chemical, physical and biological oceanography, ichthyology, invertebrate and vertebrate biology, neurobiology, molecular biology and marine biogeochemistry.
7. The Fisher Institute for Air and Space Strategic Studies
Encourages and conducts research and development in the field of air and space, flight safety, civilian and commercial uses of aviation and space, air and space warfare and more.