Boston Welcomes Israeli Medical Startup Hub Following Gaza 'Die-In' Protest

Boston welcomed a medical startup accelerator tied to an Israeli hospital system, months after Gaza protesters staged a “die-in” outside the Massachusetts State House over the partnership.

Boston Welcomes Israeli Medical Startup Hub Following Gaza 'Die-In' Protest
Gov. Maura Healey celebrates the future launch of Israeli-based Sheba Medical Center's ARC Accelerator in Greater Boston during a State House press conference on May 6, 2025. She's joined Dr. Yitshak Kreiss, right, director general of Sheba. Alison Kuznitz / State House News Service