What was once a Nabisco cookie factory now drives TMC’s diverse alliance of early-stage innovators. The TMC Innovation Factory empowers entrepreneurs from across the world to push the limits of discovery and bring their solutions to life faster with the support of industry partners, programming, and the greater TMC ecosystem.
- 2015 Established
- 400+ Active Life Science Start-ups
- $75M TMC Venture Fund
- $5.8B Raised to Date
The Nabisco building in Houston, known for producing iconic treats like Oreos and Chips Ahoy since 1950, has transformed into a hub for innovation in the life sciences and healthcare sectors, housing renowned companies and startups alike. Renovated in 2001 by the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the building, now called TMC Innovation Factory, retains its industrial charm while fostering collaboration among industry leaders and emerging entrepreneurs, offering a unique blend of history and modernity.
Medical Device Labs @ TMC
The Medical Device Labs @ TMC enable early- and emerging mid-stage innovators to accelerate the development of medical devices from concept to commercialization through state-of-the-art lab facilities, advanced technology, a robust R&D infrastructure, and the collaborative expertise of TMC.
Therapeutic Labs @ TMC
Therapeutic Labs @ TMC provide startups and growth-stage innovators with the infrastructure and community needed to fast-track therapeutic research and development, offering fully equipped biology and chemistry labs, shared instrumentation, advanced technology, and the collaborative support of TMC.
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Interested in supporting innovation, research, and translational impact?
Through event sponsorships, organizations can support TMC Innovation Factory’s public programming while engaging with a global community of founders, researchers, and industry leaders. Sponsorships create meaningful opportunities to foster collaboration and grow the community.
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