What is the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL)? The Ion Prototyping Lab is where your ideas meet the designers, engineers, and fabricators that can make them a reality. Located at The Ion, the intersection of Houston’s culture, creativity, and innovation. Our 6,500-square-foot site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every inventor, innovator, […]
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Are you captivated by the endless possibilities of Virtual Reality? Join us at the Ion Prototyping Lab for a monthly Houston VR meetup. Join a diverse community for an engaging session of hardware trials, captivating demos, and engaging discussions, all revolving around the latest trends and advancements in Virtual and Augmented Reality. All are welcome […]
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What is the purpose of Cup of Joey? It is to create a connected culture of coffee shop-open networking across our region. Every Friday morning, you’ll have the opportunity to meet new and expand your current networks, talk about tech, inspire innovation, and create community. So, what is the difference between a cup of joe […]
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SCORE is the nation's largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors. Office Hours with SCORE take place each Friday morning. Additional partners will be on-site the second Friday of each month (excluding holidays) Resource tables include: The Small Business Administration SCORE Small Business Development Center
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What is the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL)? The Ion Prototyping Lab is where your ideas meet the designers, engineers, and fabricators that can make them a reality. Located at The Ion, the intersection of Houston’s culture, creativity, and innovation. Our 6,500-square-foot site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every inventor, innovator, […]
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Innovate, Collaborate, and Learn: Weekly Meetings at Ion Prototyping Lab! Join the Houston Robotics Group for an exciting exploration of a diverse range of projects! Whether you're interested in software development, AI/Deep Learning, electronics, mechanics, drones, or automation, our group offers a welcoming and supportive community to pursue your passions. Should you require assistance with […]
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Join us to connect with other like-minded innovators, learn more about the Houston Methodist Tech Hub @ Ion, and engage in unique cross-industry collaboration. This month's featured speakers are: Ginny Torno, Executive Director, Innovation & IT Clinical, Ancillary, and Research Systems at Houston Methodist Lindsay Randle, Director of Practice Operations, Virtual Administration at Houston Methodist […]
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Come learn about what a patent is, the basics of patents in the US, and whether or not you might really need one.
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Zach Prater is a key member of an Ecosystem Growth Team at Cartesi, specializing in organizing hackathons, overseeing grants, and linking startups with venture capitalists. Zach’s engagement in the Web3 sector began in 2015, marking an exhilarating journey. With experience at several blockchain companies, Zach harbors ambitions to establish their own venture in the future. […]
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Join MezzoConnect and Bjss as they assemble a diverse group of senior executives from different industries to learn how they promote their organization’s renewable and sustainability goals in what are still the early days of the energy transition. Key topics: Architecting the Narrative: Highlighting the value of Renewable and Sustainability initiatives with internal and external […]
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What is the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL)? The Ion Prototyping Lab is where your ideas meet the designers, engineers, and fabricators that can make them a reality. Located at The Ion, the intersection of Houston’s culture, creativity, and innovation. Our 6,500-square-foot site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every inventor, innovator, […]
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Attendees will have the unique opportunity to learn from distinguished panelists who bring a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experiences in hydrogen technology and its applications. This event will provide insights into the latest advancements, market trends, and applications of hydrogen energy. It's an ideal platform for networking, sharing ideas, and exploring the future potentials […]
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The Ion Blackstreet x Ecosystem Leaders Panel is your gateway to the best-in-class resources to help you supercharge your startup journey or technology career in Houston. The panel members are committed to sharing opportunities and creating access to networks and events for founders and individuals seeking to advance their entrepreneurial endeavors or careers. During this […]
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We want HOU! Join us to discover NASA’s toughest tech challenges and apply your skills and expertise to solve them. Featured Program: JSC R5: Developing a low-cost on-orbit technology demonstration and free-flying inspection platform The R5 Project is pioneering a new lean approach to small spacecraft missions to quickly and cheaply demonstrate technologies, mission concepts, […]
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What is the purpose of Cup of Joey? It is to create a connected culture of coffee shop-open networking across our region. Every Friday morning, you’ll have the opportunity to meet new and expand your current networks, talk about tech, inspire innovation, and create community. So, what is the difference between a cup of joe […]
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SCORE is the nation's largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors. Office Hours with SCORE take place each Friday morning. Additional partners will be on-site the second Friday of each month (excluding holidays) Resource tables include: The Small Business Administration SCORE Small Business Development Center
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What is the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL)? The Ion Prototyping Lab is where your ideas meet the designers, engineers, and fabricators that can make them a reality. Located at The Ion, the intersection of Houston’s culture, creativity, and innovation. Our 6,500-square-foot site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every inventor, innovator, […]
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Do you have a new product idea you want to bring to life but don't know where to start? IPL+HTX Sewn Goods Office Hours are here to help! Ion Prototyping Lab is partnering with HTX Sewn Goods team to turn your idea into a tangible prototype. During office hours, you'll have the opportunity to ask […]
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Innovate, Collaborate, and Learn: Weekly Meetings at Ion Prototyping Lab! Join the Houston Robotics Group for an exciting exploration of a diverse range of projects! Whether you're interested in software development, AI/Deep Learning, electronics, mechanics, drones, or automation, our group offers a welcoming and supportive community to pursue your passions. Should you require assistance with […]
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Celebrate Black History Month with a special installment of Ion's "Visionary Voices" speaker series featuring Dr. Bernard Harris Jr., a NASA astronaut and first African American to walk in space, founder, CEO, philanthropist, and venture capitalist. Together, we'll dive into Dr. Harris' remarkable life and experiences with a riveting fireside chat hosted by Rice University […]
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What is the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL)? The Ion Prototyping Lab is where your ideas meet the designers, engineers, and fabricators that can make them a reality. Located at The Ion, the intersection of Houston’s culture, creativity, and innovation. Our 6,500-square-foot site offers access to equipment, engineers, and technical training–a must for every inventor, innovator, […]
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Greentown Labs and Ion District are hosting the 4th installment of the Blackstreet: Celebrating Black Innovators event series. Join us from 5:30 PM– 7:30 PM for a panel discussion with African-American investors and learn about the new Houston Ion District Investor Activation training program for angel investors and early-stage investors. Learn more about the Houston Ion District Investor Activation training […]
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Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a visionary startup owner, or a tech aficionado, this event is tailor-made for you. Join us and discover the indispensable value of a compelling pitch deck. About the Speakers Dr. Doug Franklin “Dr. Doug” is the CEO and Co-Founder of DeckLaunch and the COO of Fresh Tech Solutionz. He has […]
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Greentown Labs will host the Climatetech and Energy Transition session on Thursday, February 29, followed by networking! Register here. H-Town Roundup will gather the brightest minds, innovative ideas, and impactful startups from across the city, the region and beyond. Join 5,000 innovators, entrepreneurs and tech talent for one global week of innovation, tech and entrepreneurial […]
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Building an Ecosystem for Biotechnology Innovation at Rice, Houston, and Beyond --- Starting with the Biotech Launch Pad Featured Speaker: Omid Veiseh, Ph. D. is the Faculty Director of the Biotech Launchpad and Associate Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at Rice University, where he leads a research program aimed at engineering next-generation treatments for a […]
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