Dr Foulkes extended the Fellowship to Israel in 1982 where it is administered by the Israel Academy of Sciences and Humanities in Jerusalem. Dr Ernest Foulkes was awarded the Gold Independence Coin in 1985 for scientific achievement in Israel.
The Advisory Panel in Israel is responsible for selecting their Fellows, using the same scrutiny as the UK Panel. The current chair is Prof Gideon Rechavi, who received the Israel Prize in Medical Research in 2020. One of the original Advisors on the Israeli Panel was Prof Ephraim Katzir, President of the State of Israel from 1973 to 1979.
Nearly 200 Fellows have now been appointed in Israel, all of whom are contributing valuable insights and innovations to the medical and scientific communities, and are playing a vital role in driving forward the frontiers of medical science and research. Amongst our Fellows in Israel, there are many professors as well as countless leaders of high profile research projects and prestigious laboratories. In addition, the Israeli Fellows have a prolific research output, regularly publishing in leading journals.
Foulkes Fellows in Israel have been the recipients of several prestigious awards, including the:
• Israel Science Foundation Grant for Physician-Scientists.
• Krill Prize for Excellence in Scientific Research.
• Orion Fellowship.
• Rappaport Prize.
• William K. Bowes Jr. Award.
The Senta Foulkes Research Prize (named in honour of the Founder’s wife) was set up in 1988 and is awarded every three years to a Fellow of the Israeli branch in recognition of excellence in their research and academic achievements since completing the term of their Fellowship grant.
Feedback from Foulkes Fellows in Israel:
“Your generosity not only provides financial support but also serves as a great source of motivation. Knowing that someone believes in my potential inspires me to work even harder to achieve my academic goals.”
“The Fellowship played a pivotal role in alleviating the financial burden of my MD/PhD programme and contributed significantly to the success of my research endeavours.”
“Being named a Foulkes Fellow and receiving the Senta Foulkes award heightened my determination to maintain a dual role as both a clinician and a researcher.”
“Being recognised as a worthy candidate for the Fellowship gave me a feeling of legitimacy as a young scientist on an unconventional path, and a belief that I can strive for impactful and meaningful work.”
“The opportunities provided by this Fellowship have not only enhanced my professional capabilities but have also reinforced my commitment to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes.”
“In addition to the crucial financial support, the Foulkes Foundation award is a prestigious accolade which continues to bring meaningful returns.”