Eli Ben-Sasson graduated from the Hebrew University in 2001. His advisor was Avi Wigderson. He believes that the internet has killed the ritual of “telling a joke” (as opposed to forwarding it). He is sometimes described as “relaxed” though feels stressed, and enjoys the company of his wife and four kids.

Ariel Gabizon graduated from the Weizmann Institue in 2008. His advisors were Ran Raz and Ronen Shaltiel. He is interested in using nice algebraic techniques for computer science problems, and in figuring out how powerful the randomized complexity classes are. He is a big supporter of practicing Vipassana meditation, and humanity gradually becoming vegan. He loves anything to do with creativity and free expression, like theater improv, singing, writing songs and dancing.