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Jun 20, 2025
Israeli researchers rush to salvage research post missile attack
A missile from Iran struck the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel early Sunday, wrecking major labs and causing up to $500 million in damage.
The attack happened while the campus was empty, but it's a big blow as tensions between Israel and Iran keep rising over recent military actions.
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Recovery challenges ahead for the Weizmann Institute
The Weizmann Institute, known for its cutting-edge research (and even some defense collaborations), now faces huge recovery challenges.
Scientists like Eldad Tzahor and Jacob Hanna lost years' worth of vital samples and data—though Hanna's team managed to save some key cell lines at the last minute.
This hit doesn't just affect buildings; it could slow scientific progress for years.