Physical Sciences
Astrophysics: High energy astrophysics | relativistic plasma astrophysics | supernova explosions | dynamics of stellar systems | observational astronomy | black holes | dark matter and dark energy | cosmic radiation | neutron stars and pulsars | astrophysics of neutrinos |
Condensed Matter Physics: Mesoscopic physics | semiconductors and submicron devices | high-temperature superconductivity | correlated electrons | quantum Hall effect | quantum phase transitions | ultra-cold gases | quantum computers |
Particle Physics: Statistical physics and nonlinear dynamics | hydrodynamics | classical and quantum chaos |
Physics of Complex Systems: Statistical physics and nonlinear dynamics | hydrodynamics | classical and quantum chaos |
Biological Physics: Physics of the cell | single molecule experiments | nanodosimetry and digital radiography |
Optics: Ultra-fast devices and nonlinear phenomena | laser cooling | quantum optics | nano-optics | laser physics | quantum information |
Chemical Sciences
Biological Physics and Soft Matter | Environmental Sciences | Materials & Bio-materials | Nano Sciences | Organic Chemistry | Physical Chemistry and Chemical Physics | Structural and Molecular Biology |
Life Sciences
Our Life Sciences program is divided into different tracks:
ExCLS (Excellence Clusters in Life Sciences)
This program enables each student to select a cluster of courses of their choice based on scientific fields of interest. Choice of the cluster will only be required following admission and will not affect the laboratories in which you may rotate or perform your MSc research. Five clusters are included in this program:
Structural and synthetic Biology: Proteomics/ Biochemistry/ Structural Biology/ Protein design/ Synthetic Biology/ Lipid Biology/ Lipidomics/ Glyco Biology/ Glycomics/ Metabolites/ Metabolomics/ Biophysics
Molecular and Cell Biology: Epigenetic regulation of gene expression/ RNA Biology/ Transcriptomics and epigenomics/ Translation/ DNA replication and repair/Post translational modifications/ Cell cycle/ Senescence and cell death/ Organelle Biology/ Trafficking/ Cellular communication/ Protein degradation/ Metabolism/ Signaling/ Microbiology/ Virology/ Parasitology
Immunity, Infection and Immunotherapy: Immunology/ Infectious diseases/ Host-pathogen interactions/ Microbiome/ Cancer Immunology
Development, regeneration and disease: Developmental Biology/ Stem Cells and organoids/ Regeneration/ Physiology/ Endocrinology/ Cancer and tumor Biology/ Genetic diseases/ Aging/ Gene therapy/ Translational science
Plant, Environment and Ecosystems: Marine sciences/ Plant Sciences/ Environmental microbiology/ Ecology/ Evolution/ Biodiversity and conservation/ Biogeochemistry/ Global change
Brain Sciences and Neurobiology
The study of Neuroscience comprises of a diverse set of approaches, from the study of genes, to the study of neurons, synapses, circuits, behavior and cognition. Using an extensive range of models and state-of-the-art techniques, Neuroscientists at Weizmann strive to understand neuronal function in health and disease. There are two tracks for a limited number of students who aim to study Neuroscience:
Brain Sciences track: Systems, Computational & Cognitive Neuroscience
The brain is the most complex known entity in the universe, and as such, brain research involves a uniquely diverse set of disciplines, including Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Psychology, Engineering, and Biology. We welcome outstanding students from any of the above academic backgrounds to apply to this track. The track offers a wide selection of courses in the Brain Sciences, covering all aspects of brain research – from systems, behavioral and theoretical neuroscience.
Molecular & Cellular Neuroscience track
The molecular and cellular processes that govern the formation of the nervous system, those that are essential for its normal function, as well as the processes that promote its breakdown and degeneration in disease are at the frontier of neuroscience. The program offers a wide selection of courses in the Molecular & Cellular Neuroscience, covering all aspects– from cellular processes, neurodevelopment to neurodegeneration.
Computational and Systems Biology
This platform combines advanced and rich coursework in computational analyses, with a strong emphasis on learning the principles of programming and computational data analysis, and hands on experience in applying these to the biological areas of interest of each student. Students with computational background (e.g. computer science, mathematics or physics) will be considered, but basic knowledge in Life Sciences is expected. For students with Life Sciences background, prior knowledge in programming and computing is recommended but not required.
Mathematics and Computer Science
Computability, Complexity and Algorithms | Cryptography | Combinatorics, Probability and Randomness in Computations | Semantics, Logic and Verification | Computer Vision, Robotics and Brain Research | Bioinformatics, Computational Biology | Algebra, Algebraic Geometry | Geometry and Representation Theory | Analysis (Classic and Modern) and its applications | Scientific Computations and Mathematical Models | Control, Optimization and Mathematical Economics | Differential Equations and Dynamic Systems | Stochastic Processes |
Science Teaching
Physics | Chemistry | Biology | Mathematics | Computer and Data Science | Earth Sciences | Science and Technology for Middle School | Interdisciplinary Science |
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Medical School
The newly launched MD-PhD program in honor of Miriam and Aaron Gutwirth is a comprehensive and interdisciplinary journey that guides students from premedical studies through clinical rotations and groundbreaking medical research. Designed to train the next generation of physician-scientists, the program integrates rigorous medical education with innovative scientific exploration, equipping graduates with the skills to make meaningful contributions to both fields.
The Core Curriculum includes foundational coursework in computational biology, molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, epidemiology, pharmacology, anatomy, physiology, and pathology, alongside collaborative lab sessions within the Institute's diverse research groups. Students engage in continuous medical research education, professional development, and interdisciplinary training, ensuring they are prepared to bridge medicine and scientific discovery. Following the PhD stage, students transition to clinical clerkships across a range of key specialties, including Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Gynecology, Psychiatry, Surgery, Neurology, and Family Medicine, gaining hands-on experience in leading hospitals.