BIRD Foundation, Research and development foundation in Tel Aviv, Israel
BIRD Foundation is a research and development organization in Tel Aviv that supports technology collaborations between American and Israeli companies. It provides funding for joint innovation projects and helps connect businesses from both nations for shared research initiatives.
The foundation was established in 1977 through an agreement between the United States and Israel. It was created to build industrial connections and encourage technological cooperation between the two nations.
The foundation builds business relationships between Israeli and American companies, bringing professionals from both nations together regularly through collaborative projects. This partnership shapes the local economy and reflects the city's role as a hub for international innovation.
Companies can apply for funding support for their research projects, with applications reviewed twice per year. Interested businesses should check the requirements beforehand to understand what is needed for participation.
The foundation has supported hundreds of projects over the years, many of which led to important technological breakthroughs. Many of these innovations came from partnerships between small Israeli startups and large American corporations.
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