Founder and CEO, Nebula Systems
Michael Layani – Founder & CEO, Nebula Michael Layani is the Founder and CEO of Nebula, an Israeli defense technology startup developing advanced materials-based solutions for counter-UAS and broader defense and homeland security applications. Michael holds a PhD from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where he conducted research in functional materials and digital 2D/3D printing. During his academic career, including a research fellowship at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, he established 3D-printing research centers and developed novel functional materials. His research has resulted in more than 40 peer-reviewed scientific publications and several patents. Prior to founding Nebula, Michael founded Daika, a materials innovation company, serving as CEO during its first three years and subsequently as CTO. At Nebula, Michael combines his scientific background and entrepreneurial experience to translate proprietary advanced materials technology into practical defense and homeland security solutions, with a focus on product development, strategic partnerships, and international commercialization.