The University of Kiryat Shmona in the Galilee is a new public research university dedicated to advancing scientific excellence in life sciences, agriculture, biotechnology, food systems, environmental sustainability, and engineering. The university integrates academic research with applied innovation to address regional and global challenges in agriculture, food security, climate adaptation, and One Health. Its research community collaborates with industry, government, and international partners to develop science-based solutions that support sustainable development in the Galilee and beyond. The university hosts state-of-the-art laboratories and research centers and promotes interdisciplinary work across biology, biotechnology, agriculture, environmental science, computer science, and engineering.
Representatives
Principal Investigator, Fungal Resistance Mechanisms Lab