BioHouston

2008 Annual Luncheon

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:19:27 GMT

September 11, 2008 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM Crystal Ballroom at the Rice 909 Texas St. Bringing Research to Life Dr. Elsa Murano President of Texas A&M University Click here to register for this event The upcoming BioHouston annual luncheon, Bringing Research to Life, will feature the new Texas A&M President, Dr. Elsa Murano, as our speaker. Research, particularly in the rapidly expanding life sciences, is the cornerstone in Texas A&M’s quest to become a top-10 public institution by 2020. The impact of this aggressive initiative by the Aggies is far-reaching, as well as critical in expanding the intellectual capital of the state. Dr. Murano began her professorial career in 1990 as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Preventative Medicine at Iowa State, the position she held prior to joining the Texas A&M...

Members & Associates

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:52:17 GMT

We are grateful to our members and contributors for their generous suppport. All of BioHoustons events and programs are designed to benefit our member institutions and strengthen life science companies in the Houston area. We are happy to report that our membership is growing as more contributors join us to build Houstons life science industry. Many of your colleagues have already joined BioHouston as Members or Associates. We represent more than 120 biotechnology and life science companies, academic institutions, healthcare orgnaizations, service providers and philanthropic organizations in the Houston region. The organization is growing by leaps and bounds as the people of Houston realize the importance of this developing economic engine for the region. We are helping to lead the most innovative and dynamic industry in the world by helping our Members and Associates find continuing success and opportunities. We invite you to join us in helping to create a vibrant life science...

BioHouston Newsletter

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:17:40 GMT

BioHouston Newsletter--July 18, 2008 Buy Your Table Now! Dont miss BioHoustons Annual Luncheon on September 11, 2008 with Dr. Elsa Murano, the new president of Texas A&M University. Dr. Murano will discuss her vision on the future of Texas A&M and the Universitys role in shaping the life sciences indusrtry in our region. For more information regarding this event, click here. Sponsorship opportunities available....please contact Keisha Curtis at 713.979.9212 Events & Announcements Why Choose to Attend this Breakfast? The Relationship of Psychology and Neuroscience in the Decisions We Make--August 6--Dr. Montague is the author of a provocative book that explores the psychology and neuroscience behind the decisions we make on a daily basis titled Why Choose This Book-How We Make Decisions--Sponsorship opportunities available...please contact Keisha Curtis at 713-979-9212 Rice Universitys Advances in Tissue Engineering 2008--August 13 - 16--BioHouston members receive...

BioHouston Blog

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:10:56 GMT

M. D. Anderson Earns Top Ranking for Cancer Hospitals In Annual U.S. News & World Report Survey July 10, 2008 HOUSTON – The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center once again is the top hospital in the nation for cancer care, according to the U.S. News & World Reports annual America’s Best Hospitals survey. This is the fourth time in the past five years that M. D. Anderson has achieved the lead ranking. It has been ranked as one of the top two hospitals for cancer care for 19 years since the survey began. M. D. Anderson specialties earning national rankings also include ear, nose and throat (4); urology (9); and gynecology (16). The U.S. News & World Report rankings are based on a reputation survey of board-certified physicians around the nation, patient data and a mix of care-related factors such as nurse-to-patient ratios, current technologies and services available to patients and the community. The data gathered by U.S. News & World Report complements the wide...

Associate Advisory Board

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 16:32:50 GMT

Ngu Morcho AlphaDev Mark Shumbera Aptamed Paul R. Morico Baker Botts LLP Charles Szalkowski Baker Botts LLP Meg Boulware Baker McKenzie LLP Gray Hancock British Consulate-General Laura Capper CAP Resources Gwen Wagner CenterPoint Energy Steven M. Plumb Clear Financial Solutions, Inc. Michael E. Novelli Cypressbrook Company Dan Watkins, Ph.D. DFJ Mercury Debbie Pennington Economic Development Alliance for Brazoria County Carole Faig Ernst & Young LLP Jim Meador Fairway Medical Technologies John M. Farrell FKP Architects, Inc. Michael Clements Frost Bank Robert Wilson ...

Education & Workforce

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:58:57 GMT

Texas in Top 5 Regions in the World for Biotechnology As one of the top 5 regions in the world for biotechnology, the presence of life science careers in Texas is growing, especially in the Houston region. Home to the Texas Medical Center, Houston has the largest medical center in the world and offers a wide range of educational opportunities and careers in the life sciences. Need a job? Click here to search our job board. Looking to fill open positions? Click here. EDUCATION The institutions in the Houston/Galveston offers extensive programs in biodefense and infectious disease, cardiovascular medicine, genetics/genomics, nanotechnology, and oncology. If you are unsure of what path to take in your career in the life sciences, visit H.O.T. Jobs to view position that is best for you. Specific points include: areas of specialization licensure certification educational programs work environment length of tranining professional associations ...

Capital Development

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:54:25 GMT

Houston is the home to the largest medical center in the world. With over $1.5 billion in annual academic research investments and over 140 life science companies, the region has attracted venture capitalists from across the nation to invest in the growing life science industry in Houston. Texas has also become a hot spot for venture capital investments as a result of the recent approval of the $3 billion cancer research institute by Governor Rick Perry, which will distribute up to $300 million in annual grants over the next decade. Listed below are resources for biotech firms, ranging from funds to relevant conferences. Texas Emerging Technology Fund Gulf Coast RCIC Match-Making Meetings SBIR/STTR Support for Emerging Companies Venture Capital Firms National Industry Conferences Vanguard Ventures is an early stage venture...

Programs & Events

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:53:13 GMT

BioHouston’s activities provide the greatest leverage in making the Houston region a world-class competitor in the life science industry. All of our activities are designed to: CONVENE people and organizations that need to come together to make the life science industry in Houston ignite, including scientists, intellectual property and product development experts, venture capitalists, pharmaceutical companies, and others COMMUNICATE and interact so that people and organizations can learn from one another, share information and explore opportunities CATALYZE the discoveries and commercial development so that the true potential of the life science industry in Houston can be unlocked We are deeply grateful to our many funding partners and members who are helping us fulfill our vision of building the Houston region’s life science industry into a global competitor. EVENTS BioHouston hosts over 60 events each year to nurture the critical elements required for...

Why Join BioHouston?

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:52:42 GMT

WHY JOIN BIOHOUSTON? Many of your colleagues have already joined BioHouston as Members or Associates. We represent more than 120 biotechnology and life science companies, academic institutions, healthcare organizations, service providers and philanthropic organizations in the Houston region. The organization is growing quickly as the people of Houston realize the importance of this developing economic engine for the region. We are helping to lead the most innovative and dynamic industry in the world by helping our Members and Associates find continuing success and opportunities. Benefits of joining BioHouston are myriad -- prominent exposure to key people in the industry through more than 80 networking events annually, discounted registration rates to BioHouston events, and much more. For more information, please click here. WHO SHOULD JOIN? All components of the life science industry are encouraged to become members of BioHouston. Our membership ranges from research...

BioHouston Breakfast Forum

Fri, 23 May 2008 17:27:20 GMT

August 6, 2008
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

M. D. Anderson South Campus Research Building II

7435 Fannin Street

Houston, TX 77054

Why Choose to Attend this Breakfast? The Relationship of Psychology and Neuroscience in the Decisions We Make

Our featured speaker for the August Breakfast Forum is Read Montague, Ph.D., Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at Baylor College of Medicine, Director of the Human Neuroimaging Lab and Director of the Center for Theoretical Neuroscience.

Dr. Montague's work focuses on computational neuroscience - the connection between the physical mechanisms present in real neural tissue and the computational functions that these mechanisms embody.

Dr. Montague is the author of a provocative book that explores the psychology and neuroscience behind the decisions we make on a daily basis, titled Why Choose This Book: How We Make Decisions.

Sponsorship for the August Breakfast Forum available...please contact Keisha Curtis at 713-979-9212.

Technology Transfer Luncheon

Tue, 20 May 2008 18:52:21 GMT

With more than 40 institutions in the Texas Medical Center and the many additional academic, healthcare and research institutions in the region performing more than $1.4 billion in research annually, discoveries of exciting new technologies happen all the time.

The technology transfer office at each institution is the first step towards commercialization of these discoveries. To facilitate interaction between these offices and the investors and life science companies in our region, we host these monthly luncheons.

At each luncheon, a topic of discussion is chosen, and each institution will bring one or more technologies from that arena to review with the group. It may just be an early-stage discovery that has exciting potential, or it may be a patented process ready for licensing. Either way, this is a great opportunity to be in on the ground floor as the discoveries of today become the life-saving products of tomorrow.

Past Meeting Topics:

Biomarkers
Anti-infective Therapeutic and Prophylactic Vaccines
Micro-/Nanoarrays and Medical Devices, including Combination Devices
Immunotherapy
Drug Delivery Systems
Diagnostics
Devices

For more information, please contact Keisha Curtis at 713-979-9212.

Board of Directors

Wed, 14 May 2008 21:55:36 GMT

Executive Committee Chairman Malcolm Gillis, Ph.D. University Professor and Ervin K. Zingler Professor of Economics Rice University Welcome Letter Vice-Chairman John Mendelsohn, M.D. President The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Secretary and Treasurer Bruce Given, M.D. Healthcare Products Consultant Bruce Given Consulting Steven C. Currall, Ph.D. Vice Dean of Enterprise, Professor and Head (Chair) of Department of Management Science and Innovation, Faculty of Engineering Sciences, University College London; Visiting Professor of Organisational Behaviour and Entrepreneurship (Joint appointment with University College London), Faculty Co-Director, Institute of Technology, London...

5th Annual Chili Cook-Off

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 16:00:35 GMT

March 28, 2008 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM BioHouston Offices 2555 Holly Hall Street This years teams brought tons of food to share with attendees, including turkey legs, hot dogs,, kabobs, fruit plates, sausage on a stick, and more! Getting ready for the Chili Cook-Off... Encysive Pharmaceuticals wins Best Booth for Survivor Encysive Having fun in the limbo contest Dan Monticello (far left), President of Molecular LogiX, poses with his team, Chili LogiX Janel Wang of Pharmaceutical Services Corporation, PSChili, poses for the camera Setting up for the jalapeño eating contest Cooling down with milk and water after a competitive contest of jalapeño eating! Janet Varela of Kelly Scientific Resources, Kellys Crows Nest Chili, enjoying the Cook-Off This years Chili Cook-Off saw several four-legged friends who also enjoyed the event, especially the many hot dogs and sausages that coincidentally fell on the ground We are grateful to our...

BioHouston Resource Center (BRC)

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 17:40:51 GMT

THE BIOHOUSTON RESOURCE CENTER Start-ups today need to generate data demonstrating the commercial potential of their products to access significant funding sources. More than ever, start-ups need access to facilities and resources to develop their projects and generate data to get to the next funding event. Without accessible facilities, start-up companies expend scarce resources on leasing and building out laboratory space, purchasing furniture and equipment, and busying themselves with starting up and managing a life science lab. Located one mile south of the Texas Medical Center, the BioHouston Resource Center (BRC) makes it easier and more affordable for start-up companies to walk into the lab and get to work producing data, by providing access to wet lab bench space, shared equipment, and the offices and tools that start-up companies need. The BioHouston Resource Center is constantly seeking lab equipment, materials, and monetary donations. If you would like to donate...

VC Networking

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 19:11:49 GMT

This meeting is an evening networking opportunity for our area life science venture capitalists, principal investors, the staffs of technology transfer offices, and life science company CEOs. The meetings provide these individuals the chance to meet in a more informal setting than our monthly technology transfer luncheons. Normally, a speaker provides a brief overview of a scientific area of compelling interest as a conversation starter.

Open only to area life science venture capitalists, principal investors, the staffs of technology transfer offices, and life science company CEOs.

For more information, please contact Keisha Curtis at 713-979-9212.

CEO Dinner

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 19:11:19 GMT

The leaders of Houston region's growing biotechnology industry know the challenges of running a life science company. The CEO Dinner is an opportunity for these leaders to get to know and network with each other in a informal setting, away from the workplace and in one of Houston's finer establishments. These meetings feature a guest speaker pertinent to the industry and plenty of opportunity for networking and discussion. Open only to Life Science company CEO's, this exclusive dinner allows these executives the opportunity to frankly discuss their industry.

For more information, please contact Keisha Curtis at 713.979.9212.

CFO Networking

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 19:11:01 GMT

When it comes to maintaining the books of a life science company, you are going to need a professional with years of experience. At these periodic meetings, life science finance executives gather to discuss the challenges facing them today. All life science CFOs and finance executives are welcome to attend. CPE credit is offered to all attending.

All life science CFOs and finance executives are welcome to attend.

For more information, please contact Keisha Curtis at 713.979.9110.

Michael E. Debakey Life Science Award

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 19:10:13 GMT

The Michael E. DeBakey Award is given each year to the undiscovered life science company with the highest potential to commercialize an important product at the annual Texas Life Science Conference. The first DeBakey Award was given to ThromboVision, Inc. in 2006. Dr. DeBakey’s rich history in Houston and the Texas Medical Center, along with his pioneering spirit, truly embodies the qualities that we are seeking in future recipients of this award. Some of Dr. DeBakey’s most renowned contributions include the concept of the Mobile Army Surgical Hospitals (MASH units), performing the first successful artificial heart transplant, playing an instrumental role in the development of the Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) and being the first to successfully implant the device into a human. Additionally, he has served as consultant to almost every U.S. President in this century and received many prestigious awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom with Distinction, the highest...

Life Sciences Entrepreneurial Management Program

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 14:41:47 GMT

April 4 - May 3, 2008 6 Non-Consecutive Days 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Rice University Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Management 6100 Main Street, Houston, TX 77005 The Houston area has become a national center for the life sciences industry. Numerous start-up companies have emerged in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, and telemedicine. This has generated a demand for leaders with a background in both entrepreneurship and the life sciences. To educate these leaders, Rice University Executive Education, the Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship, and BioHouston have collaborated to offer the Life Science Entrepreneurship Certificate. Participants will learn about market opportunities, intellectual property issues, life science business plans, sources of funding, and the successful launch and management of a life science start-up. Requirements for completion: The Life Science Entrepreneurship Certificate is awarded to individuals who complete all 3...

4th Annual Chili Cook-Off - April 27, 2007

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 21:02:36 GMT

Past Chili Cook-Off Events: 2007, 2006, 2005 The 4th Annual BioHouston Chili Cook-Off kicked off with over 500 attendees and 26 chili teams. The fun began at noon and lasted until 5 pm. Activities included the Polly Want a Cracker contest, limbo contest, sunflower seed spitting contest, and of course, the jalapeño eating contest. Creative tents and dressed up contestants filled the area in no time. As teams eagerly waited for the chili judging to begin, door prizes were given out, including Astros tickets, an iPod Shuffle, and restaurant gift cards, ranging from casual eateries to fine dining. Guests enjoyed hot dogs, chili, nachos, and ice cream. With local companies sponsoring the Chili Cook-Off, the event was a huge success and guests even got to take home freebies. Get ready and work on your recipes... the countdown to next years Chili Cook-Off has already begun! Getting ready for the Chili Cook-Off... Chilis cookin Let the games begin Judging time ...