Editor's note:Let's roundup the most-read Houston innovation news from the week. Trending Houston tech and startup articles from InnovationMap and its daily newsletter included the city of Houston being recognized as a top talent hub for the life science industries, two space tech companies with big news, and more.
New report ranks Houston top market for life sciences
Houston lands in the No. 7 spot for growth in the granting of degrees in biological and biomedical sciences. Photo by Natalie Harms/InnovationMap
Thanks in large part to producing hundreds of college-trained professionals, Houston’s life sciences industry ranks among the top U.S. markets for talent in 2024.
In a report published by commercial real estate services company CBRE, Houston lands in the No. 7 spot for growth in the granting of degrees in biological and biomedical sciences. From 2017 to 2022, Houston notched a growth rate of 32.4 percent in this category. Continue reading.
Houston space tech company secures $116.9M NASA contract
The $116.9 million agreement will task Intuitive Machines with delivering six science and technology payloads to the moon. Photo courtesy of Intuitive Machines
NASA is again entrusting a Houston space business with lunar deliveries.
Intuitive Machines (Nasdaq: LUNR, LUNRW) has secured its fourth contract with NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services, or CLPS, program. The $116.9 million agreement will task Intuitive Machines with delivering six science and technology payloads, which will include one European Space Agency-led drill suite to the Moon’s South Pole.
“Over the last several years, we’ve witnessed NASA’s successful Artemis I mission and the campaign’s progress toward sustainably returning humans to the surface of the Moon, highlighting the importance of autonomous missions that advance humanity’s understanding of the Moon and the commercial services required to support the industry,” Intuitive Machines CEO Steve Altemus says in a news release. “Intuitive Machines looks forward to working closely with the NASA team to deliver mission success once again.” Continue reading.
Houston innovators to know this week
This week's roundup of Houston innovators includes Navin Varadarajan of the University of Houston, Kelly Pracht of nVenue, and Atul Varadhachary of Fannin. Photos courtesy
Editor's note: Every week, I introduce you to a handful of Houston innovators to know recently making headlines with news of innovative technology, investment activity, and more. This week's batch includes two health tech innovators and a sportstech CEO. Continue reading.
Houston space tech co. teams up with Nokia to upgrade lunar communications
Nokia will integrate advanced 4G/LTE communication capabilities in the Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit, or AxEMU, spacesuit. Photo courtesy of Axiom Space
Houston-based Axiom Space and Nokia are partnering to incorporate high-speed cellular-network capabilities in Axiom's technology.
Nokia will integrate advanced 4G/LTE communication capabilities in the Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit, or AxEMU, spacesuit supporting HD video, telemetry data, and voice transmission that can span over multiple kilometers on the moon. The advancement will enable Artemis III crew members to capture video and communicate with mission controllers on Earth in real-time while on the moon. Continue reading.
10+ can't-miss Houston business and innovation events for September
Here are over 10 can't-miss events for Houston innovators in September.Photo via Getty Images
From energized tech conferences to informative speaker series, September is filled with opportunities for Houston innovators. Here's a roundup of events you won't want to miss out on so mark your calendars and register accordingly.
Go ahead and add the Houston Innovation Awards on November 14 to your agenda as well — and submit a nomination of a deserving Houston startup or innovator online. Continue reading.