16 higher education institutions visited the ecosystem of Israel.
The Community of Rectors is a CEDIA program that strengthens the professional growth and innovation of our member universities. This space offers high-level training to the highest authorities, with immersions in the main innovation ecosystems of Latin America and Europe.
On this occasion, a total of 16 higher education institutions immersed themselves in the ecosystem of Israel, one of the most innovative countries in the world. For nine days, the authorities toured the main places of innovation in the Middle Eastern country, including:
- Mekorot, the country's main national water company, provides 80% of Israel's drinking water.
- TÄCHLES Technologies one of the main High Tech advocates in Israel.
- Volcani Institute one of the most relevant institutes of agro tech.
- Weizmann Institute, the country's leading scientific institute known for the highest technology transfer rate in the world.
- Tel Aviv University.
- Gordon College, the first and only institution in the country to have an immersive learning room.
- Kinneret Academic Institute and its innovation center, the main innovation hub in agriculture, water and sustainability.
- Israel Council of Higher Education
This second immersion allowed the generation of learning networks, experiences and ideas were shared to implement the different practices within Ecuador in order to enhance the country's educational system.
The next immersion of the Community of Rectors will take place in 2024 and it will ensure that the ecosystem is a pioneer in areas of innovation and education.
