Shamir Research Institute
Located in the heart of the Golan Heights – Katzrin, the Shamir Research Institute is experiencing significant growth, expanding into new fields of research and broadening its geographic reach, including the Druze villages in northern Golan, the Sea of Galilee area, and the valleys. For over 40 years, the institute has served as a regional research and development hub, supported by the Ministry of Science and Technology, in collaboration with the Golan Regional Council, the Katzrin Local Council, and under the academic sponsorship of the University of Haifa. The institute employs over 100 staff members, including approximately 25 Ph.D. researchers, postdoctoral researchers, research fellows, and graduate students, all leading groundbreaking research in various fields.
The institute established Torah Developments Ltd., a subsidiary for knowledge commercialization and business development. It also founded the Agriculture and Innovation Unit in partnership with the Golan Regional Council and "Mi Golan". Additionally, the institute operates branches in the Druze villages of the Golan, in cooperation with the four Druze villages, and an innovation center in the Jordan Valley, in partnership with KIC and Invali. These initiatives position the institute as a key player in the economic development and strengthening of the Golan and northern regions.
The institute serves as a bridge between academia, industry, and government, driving applied research that fosters scientific innovation and economic growth in its areas of operation. It is also a leading center for applied research and development, providing scientific solutions to challenges in agriculture, biotechnology, environment, and education. The institute operates advanced research infrastructures, including molecular laboratories, growth chambers for cultures, microscopic, genetic, and microbial systems, as well as application farms, training facilities, and an innovative greenhouse in agro-tech and food-tech fields.
At the heart of the Golan, the institute is a living example of how innovation, science, and perseverance can significantly contribute to regional development. Through its research activities, initiatives, and national and international academic conferences, it strengthens the connection between the local community and global markets, contributing to the driving of renewal and technological processes that reinforce all aspects of life – from agriculture and the environment to education and society. Alongside its research activities, the institute places significant emphasis on nurturing the next generation through the promotion of scientific education and instilling values of innovative thinking, creativity, and perseverance, based on the belief that advanced science is the key to personal and regional growth.
Shamir Research Institute is not just a research home – it is the beating heart of innovation and renewal, leading the Golan forward and providing the region with the tools to face future challenges, while maintaining sustainable development values and empowering the local community.
Academic and commercial collaborations serve as a central engine for enhancing innovation and development at the institute. Through strategic partnerships with leading academic institutions and cutting-edge industrial corporations, we create an integrated environment where research merges with practical application, enabling the development of innovative solutions that contribute to economic and social development both locally and globally. These partnerships, based on trust, professionalism, and a constant pursuit of excellence, form the solid foundation for shared growth and driving forward innovative projects.