Ms. Cathy Beck
Chair, International Board
Chair, International Board
Ms. Cathy Beck
Chair, International Board
Chair, International Board
Cathy Beck has been a part of the Weizmann community for over four decades. She is the daughter of the late Mary and Tom Beck, longstanding supporters and advocates of the Weizmann Institute from Toronto who were founding members of Weizmann Canada. With her husband, Dr. Laurence Rubin, and their children, she has continued the Beck family tradition of philanthropic support, focusing on matters close to their heart, namely sustainability and alternative energy. Ms. Beck served as Chair of Weizmann Canada for two consecutive terms, from 2010 until 2016. Under her leadership, Weizmann Canada surpassed fundraising goals, increased engagement, and spread awareness about the Weizmann Institute of Science across the country. Working hand-in-hand with the Committee's professional team, Ms. Beck helped build and expand the Canadian circle of friends of the Institute to what it is today.
Cathy Beck and her siblings dedicated part of their parents' estate to creating the Tom and Mary Beck Center for Advanced and Intelligent Materials, headed by Prof. Leeor Kronik. This Center supports groundbreaking research on innovative materials conducted with an eye towards possible applications in medicine, building materials, and alternative energy. Through their active engagement, genuine interest, and continued patronage, Cathy and her family have made a tremendous impact on countless areas of science at the Weizmann Institute throughout the years, putting their faith in the Institute's scientists and in the vast potential of basic research.