Winners of the University Tech Transfer Showcase
Announced at the iC³ Summit
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The technology transfer phase is often considered the most critical part of the life cycle of an ecosystem. Bridging research and innovation with real-world application, the Annual BioNTX Tech Transfer Showcase drives collaboration and knowledge sharing needed for young company formation, enabling commercialization and market adaptation. BioNTX is excited to announce the top three winners of the 2024 Tech Transfer Showcase at the iC³ Life Science and Healthcare Innovation Summit received a cash prize.
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Celebrating 10 Years: The iC³ Life Science Summit
Innovation = Capital x Collaboration x Commercialization
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Thank you to everyone who attended the 10th Annual iC³ Life Science & Healthcare Innovation Summit in Arlington! We are delighted to be ringing in a new decade with a stronger than ever community throughout the region. This year’s Summit was our largest yet, showcasing the vibrant growth of North Texas as a hub for life sciences.
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We are grateful to the City of Arlington and all our sponsors, speakers and attendees. As we reflect on the inspiring discussions and connections made at the Summit, we are excited about the future of this dynamic ecosystem. Please take our survey below.
We hope to see you at next year's Summit!
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Rising Stars: Shaping the Future of Bioscience and Healthcare
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The 2024 Rising Stars had the spotlight at the iC³ Life Science & Healthcare Innovation Summit. where they had the opportunity to showcase their trailblazing innovations. Our Rising Stars play a vital role in the success of our industry and growing ecosystem in the Southwest.
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Oklahoma City and the Growth of our Industry
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(from left to right) Madison Jackson of Greater Oklahoma City Chamber
and Chelsea Luxen, MBA of ParaNano Wound Care
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Attendees networking from the
Bioscience on Tap event in Oklahoma
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Life Science Oklahoma is a new association serving as the connector and advocate for life sciences in Oklahoma. The organization promotes programs, initiatives, local and national connectivity, research, and products of partner organizations through education and outreach, partnership building, policy development, and brand awareness.
Bioscience on Tap, a networking event at the historic Harn Homestead, brought together over 90 stakeholders this October including industry partners, researchers, investors, entrepreneurs, government and community partners.
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Convergence OKC: Transforming Innovation
and Life Sciences in Oklahoma
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BioNTX visited Convergence OKC last week, located in the heart of Oklahoma City’s Innovation District. Convergence is reshaping the city’s economy by fostering innovation, collaboration, diversity, and advanced technology. With features like the Office & Research Tower, boutique hotel, restaurant, parking garage, Stiles Park, and Innovation Hall, it serves as a central hub for the life sciences industry. By connecting universities, research institutions, and private companies, Convergence drives collaboration and fuels advancements in biotech, healthcare, and technology, positioning Oklahoma City as a rising leader in life science innovation.
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Bridging Education and Biotech:
A Discussion on Workforce Alignment
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Join Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County for a vital lunch discussion with local leaders from the Biotech, Transportation, and Logistics industries. This event aims to bridge the gap between educators and industry professionals, aligning classroom curriculum with industry needs to ensure that future graduates are prepared for successful careers.
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The Future of Cancer Care: Breakthroughs, Advances, and the Importance of Eliminating Barriers through Legislation
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Explore Waco's Life Science Growth with BioNTX at BRIC
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Colossal Biosciences Launches The Colossal Foundation
to Revolutionize Conservation
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Colossal Biosciences has founded The Colossal Foundation, a 501(c)(3) aimed at leveraging cutting-edge science and technology for wildlife conservation. CEO Ben Lamm emphasized the foundation's goal of delivering impactful solutions to those in need. Key focuses include saving at-risk species, advancing conservation R&D, and creating a global biobanking initiative. Initial projects target the endangered Vaquita porpoise and support for the Sumatran rhino population.
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McKesson Unveils InspiroGene™: A New Frontier in
Cell and Gene Therapy Commercialization
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McKesson Corporation has introduced InspiroGene™, a new business dedicated to supporting the commercialization of cell and gene therapies (CGTs). With a flexible suite of services, InspiroGene helps manufacturers, payers, and providers navigate the complexities of CGT commercialization, ensuring patient access to life-changing treatments.
InspiroGene also features a technology platform that enhances visibility in the CGT value chain by integrating product data and financial flows. This empowers manufacturers, providers, and patients to deliver exceptional care and achieve transformative clinical outcomes.
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Spark Biomedical Innovation Fellowship:
Pioneering the Future of Medical Research
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Spark Biomedical announces the launch of the Spark Biomedical Innovation Fellowship, a year-long program aimed at empowering resident clinicians in medical device innovation and entrepreneurship. Participants will gain hands-on experience working with an interdisciplinary team from clinical, engineering, and business backgrounds, cultivating the next generation of leaders in medical technology.
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ReCode Therapeutics Doses First Patient in Phase 1b Study of RCT2100: A New Hope for Cystic Fibrosis
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Shehnaaz Suliman, MD, MBA, M.Phil
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ReCode Therapeutics has begun dosing the first patient in a Phase 1b study of RCT2100, an inhaled mRNA therapy for cystic fibrosis (CF), which affects approximately 130,000 people globally. While existing CFTR modulator therapies benefit many, patients with specific mutations remain underserved.
Dr. Shehnaaz Suliman, CEO of ReCode, noted, “This study offers new hope for those who cannot benefit from current treatments.” The company is focused on accelerating enrollment to expedite access to this promising therapy.
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Wheeler Bio Enhances Antibody Development
with Licensing of ATUM's miFuc™ Platform
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Wheeler Bio, Inc., a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), has announced an expansion in capabilities through the licensing of ATUM's miFuc™ platform. This innovative technology enables the expression of recombinant proteins with reduced fucosylation, maintaining product titer and cellular growth rates without global glycan liabilities.
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City of Arlington Wins Two IEDC 2024 Excellence
in Economic Development Awards
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The City of Arlington has received two 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Bronze Awards from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) for the Loews Arlington Hotel and Convention Center, recognized in the Real Estate Development & Re-use and Public-Private Partnership categories.
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EisnerAmper Recognized for Empowering Women in 2024
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EisnerAmper, a leading global business advisory firm, has been honored for its commitment to empowering women in the workplace. The recognition highlights over 40 organizations for their innovative initiatives to advance women's roles in professional and community settings.
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VaLogic Bio Acquires Facility Logix to
Enhance Life Sciences Solutions
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VaLogic Bio has acquired Facility Logix, a firm specializing in planning, development, and project management for life sciences facilities.This acquisition allows VaLogic Bio to leverage Facility Logix’s expertise to create a comprehensive outsourced solutions platform for the life sciences sector.
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Texas Woman's University Recognized for
Advancing Women in STEM
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Texas Woman's University (TWU) has garnered recognition for its commitment to empowering women in STEM, particularly in biology programs. Dr. Juliet Spencer, Director of the School of Sciences, expressed her pride in the university's achievements and its strong focus on student success.
With an emphasis on creating supportive educational environments, TWU ranked fourth nationally for median earnings of graduates five years after graduation, averaging $60,619 annually for both female and male graduates.
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UTA Professor Honored with 2025 Melba Newell Phillips Medal for Contributions to Physics & Life Sciences Education
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Karen Jo Matsler, a Master Teacher in the UTeach program at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), will receive the 2025 Melba Newell Phillips Medal from the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT). This award honors her significant contributions to physics education and support for educators nationwide.
With over 20 years of advocacy, Dr. Matsler has worked to improve access to physics education in high schools and has pioneered initiatives in quantum education. Her Quantum for All program equips teachers with resources to introduce quantum concepts early, fostering interest in careers related to quantum technology, which increasingly intersects with life sciences in fields like medical imaging and biotechnology.
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Karen Jo Matsler, MS, EdD
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UT Dallas Faculty Awarded NSF CAREER Grants
for Pioneering Research Initiatives
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Dr. Rodrigo A. Bernal, Dr. Sheel C. Dodani (BS ’07), and Dr. Rizwanur Khan from The University of Texas at Dallas have been awarded Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER) grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF) in 2023. Since 2010, UT Dallas has received 55 NSF CAREER awards, supporting faculty poised to lead in research and education.
With his grant, Bernal will investigate the scalability and durability of nanomaterials in consumer products, focusing on how their strength and electrical conductivity hold up when used in large quantities. This research aims to develop robust materials that can reliably perform in various applications.
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UNT Health Science Center Opens New College of Nursing Facility
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The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth celebrated the opening of its new College of Nursing with a lamp lighting ceremony. The renovated 10,500-square-foot wing features modern offices and a Regional Simulation Center for clinical training.
The College offers advanced degrees, including the Master of Science in Nursing Practice Innovation, which began in August. Applications for BSN and MSN programs are open until November 1.
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UT Southwestern and Children's Health
Launch Pediatric Health Campus in Dallas
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Children’s Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center have broken ground on a new pediatric health campus to replace the existing Children’s Medical Center Dallas. This expansive facility will cover over 4.7 million square feet and include a new pediatric hospital featuring two 12-story towers and one eight-story tower, significantly expanding inpatient, surgical, and ambulatory care. With the pediatric population in North Texas projected to double by 2050, this new campus will create a comprehensive hub for a full range of pediatric services and advanced medical research.
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Hamilton: 60 Years of Empowering Scientific Discovery Worldwide
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At Hamilton Company, we are pioneers in precision engineering and laboratory automation, helping drive scientific research and discovery forward. With over 60 years of innovation, Hamilton specializes in advanced liquid handling technology, sensor products, and robotic automation solutions designed to meet the complex needs of laboratories across various industries. Our dedication to precision, quality, and reliability has made us a trusted partner for researchers, scientists, and manufacturers worldwide. Hamilton continues to set the standard for innovation in life sciences and biotechnology.
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FUNDING & MENTORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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TMC Innovation Accelerator for Cancer Therapeutics
Applications due October 15, 2024
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The Texas Medical Center Innovation is accepting applications for their Accelerator program for Cancer Therapeutics. The Accelerator is dedicated to cancer therapeutic development and was designed and modeled based on learnings from their Accelerator for HealthTech. Their flexible model and no equity to participate welcome projects from academic investigators to early-stage biotech companies.
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The Activate Fellowship
Applications due October 23, 2024
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The Activate Fellowship Program is a two-year Fellowship with a $100K/year stipend plus travel allowance, health insurance, relocation. Activate transforms scientists and engineers into founders, empowering them to reinvent the world by bringing their research to market. The two-year Activate Fellowship provides early-stage science entrepreneurs with funding, technical resources, and unparalleled support from a network of scientists, engineers, investors, commercial partners, and fellow entrepreneurs.
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Upcoming Events & Opportunities
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ACS 2024 Southwest Region Meeting
Join ACS for the 2024 Southwest Region Meeting (SWRM) will be held at the Waco Convention Center in Waco Texas. Plenary talks, workshops, special symposia, and general sessions will be offered, with lots of opportunities for undergraduate and graduate student participation.
October 20th - 23rd | Waco, TX
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Connecting Education with Industry- Biotech, Logistics, and Transportation
Join Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County for a vital lunch discussion with local leaders from the Biotech, Transportation, and Logistics industries.
October 22nd | Hurst, TX
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Biotech Networking Mixer
Join the Biotech Club at UTSW for their Annual Biotech Networking Mixer at Pegasus Park.
October 23rd | Dallas, TX
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Texas Life Science Forum
Join Rice Alliance and BioHouston for their Texas Life Science Forum, the premier life science event in Texas that brings together members from industry, emerging life science companies, academic, and investors.
November 7th | Houston, TX
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Thank You for Your Membership & Support!
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