The Felsenstein Medical Research Center (FMRC) is a unique hub for translational medical research, built on the integration of multidisciplinary laboratories operating in close physical proximity, strong ties with leading clinical centers, and a deep and ongoing strategic partnership with Tel Aviv University. This partnership enables tight integration between basic research, clinical research, and the training of the next generation of physician-researchers and scientists in medicine and the biological sciences.
The Center is located at the heart of a leading clinical campus, comprising Rabin Medical Center, Schneider Children's Medical Center, and Geha Mental Health Center.
The connection with Tel Aviv University is expressed through the integration of FMRC researchers within academic frameworks, the supervision of graduate students, the development of joint research projects, and the promotion of pathways for research and clinical excellence — forming a central foundation for the advancement of innovative research.
The Center houses basic and molecular research laboratories alongside clinical and translational research laboratories, addressing a wide range of fields in medical and biological sciences, as well as dedicated research platforms and infrastructure supporting advanced multidisciplinary activity.
Research activity at the Center spans diverse fields, including oncology and hematology, cardiology, immunology, neuroscience, psychiatry, gastroenterology, dermatology, ophthalmology, and nephrology.
At the heart of the Center's activity stands a broad research community, comprising physician-researchers, scientists, graduate students, and a skilled professional support team in the fields of veterinary care, infrastructure, technology, and administration. The contribution of all staff is essential to ensuring continuous, high-quality research that meets rigorous scientific and regulatory standards.
The Center's management envisions strengthening and expanding FMRC's standing as a leading research center in Israel and on the international stage — through deepening collaboration with Tel Aviv University, developing additional academic partnerships, continuously upgrading research infrastructure, and integrating advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence in research and medicine.