Texas Medical Center Innovation Factory

We’ll see you tomorrow! Join us on September 18th from 12:00 to 1:30 pm at TMC Innovation Factory for Lunch 'n' Launch featuring Luminare and CEO Sarma Velamuri, M.D. In honor of Sepsis Awareness Month, discover how Luminare uses AI to fight sepsis—improving patient care, saving lives, and cutting costs. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about their innovative technology and plans. #LunchAndLaunch #SepsisAwareness #AIinHealthcare #TMCInnovation

Join us on September 18th from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. at TMC Innovation Factory for a Lunch 'n' Launch featuring Luminare and CEO Sarma Velamuri, M.D. In honor of #SepsisAwarenessMonth, explore how Luminare utilizes AI to combat sepsis, enhance patient care, save lives, and reduce costs. Learn about their groundbreaking technology and plans to address other critical health issues. We can't wait to see you there. #LunchAndLaunch #SepsisAwareness #AIinHealthcare #TMCInnovation

Don’t miss our webinar with NCATS tomorrow at 1:30 p.m. ET. Learn how SBIR and STTR funding can drive your small business innovation!

Advance Your Cancer Therapeutics Venture! The TMCi Accelerator for Cancer Therapeutics offers invaluable resources and support for biotech entrepreneurs. Gain insights into FDA regulations, intellectual property, and strategic partnerships. Submit your application by October 15th, 2024. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gYuxk5rr #Biotech #CancerTherapeutics #Accelerator #TMCInnovation

TMC is proud to partner with Learning Undefeated to introduce mobile STEM labs to Houston high schools. A critical component of BioPath@TMC, these labs provide students with practical experience in biomanufacturing, helping shape skills in pipetting, labeling, sample analysis, and other areas. We are excited about the positive impact this partnership will have on local STEM education.  #TMC #TMCBioPath #LearningUndefeated #STEM

Shaping the future of the workforce starts with understanding Gen Z's aspirations. TMC is excited to have been part of this important conversation!  

Exciting cross-regional collaboration in action! BioLabs Pegasus Park - North Texas is hosting a TMC Innovation Happy Hour. Join us to learn more about TMC Innovation and the Accelerator for Cancer Therapeutics. We’ll see you on September 12th from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and explore exciting innovations in the field. Special thanks to Gabby Everett for the support and making this possible. #LifeSciences #CancerTherapeutics #Networking #TMCInnovation

Meet Rifat Hasina, Ph.D., a Biodesign Founder at Texas Medical Center Innovation Factory from the class of 2024-2025. Dr. Rifat Hasina is an accomplished DDS and PhD professional who is passionate about translating scientific innovations into solutions that save lives and improve healthcare. She is especially energized by the prospect of working at the intersection of healthcare, equity, and women’s issues.   With over 20 years of unique clinical and research experience in molecular genetics and cancer biology, Rifat co-founded a startup based on research at the University of Chicago, developing a noninvasive saliva-based diagnostic aid for oral cancer. As Chief Operations Officer, Rifat co-created the company’s vision and led strategic planning, bridging scientific discovery to commercialization, raising funds, building partnerships, formulating intellectual property, reimbursement, and regulatory roadmaps to ensure its success.   Having lived in various parts of the world, Rifat’s global experiences have shaped her perspective and deepened her understanding of diverse people and cultures. Rifat is known for her entrepreneurial spirit, emotional intelligence, and resiliency. She is a mission-driven strategist with a talent for fostering a shared vision, cultivating partnerships, building cohesive teams, and facilitating change.   Rifat is excited to begin her journey as a Biodesign Founder-in-Residence, where she aims to leverage her skills as a scientist and entrepreneur to lead the next innovation to commercial success. Click the link below to follow Rifat’s journey and learn more about the Biodesign program. https://lnkd.in/gQBJjXSE #tmc #tmci #tmcinnovation #innovation #texasmedicalcenter #biodesign #fellows #founders #startup #entrepreneurs #healthcare

Looking for more ways to fund your small business innovation? We are excited to partner with the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) for a small business webinar on Tuesday, September 10th at 1:30 p.m. ET to share how Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) funding can help advance your research. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/emEKik-h   #NCATSsbir #smallbiz #SBIR #STTR

Join us on September 12th for a Happy Hour in Houston at III by Wolfgang Puck from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. This event is a fantastic opportunity to network with the Accelerator for Cancer Therapeutics community. Don’t miss this chance to engage with leaders and peers in the field. We look forward to seeing you there. #Networking #CancerTherapeutics #HappyHour #TMCInnovation