Program

Mission

BioHouston
[BioHouston Resource Center]
8030 El Rio St. Houston, TX 77054
(713) 874-9300

Website: www.biohouston.org

BioHouston, Inc. is leading an effort to establish the Houston region as a vigorous global competitor in life science and biotechnology commercialization. BioHouston works with the leaders of some of the greatest research institutions in the world and interacts with scientists, venture capitalists, public officials, pharmaceutical industry leaders, and the leaders of emerging biotechnology companies. 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.

Houston Technology Center
401 Pierce Street
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 658-1750

Website: www.houstontech.org

The Houston Technology Center is a business accelerator that assists Houston-based emerging technology companies.
HTC's 50,000 square feet, state-of-the-art Midtown facility is home to many technology entrepreneurs, sharing space in a vibrant community of young, exciting and innovative companies. HTC's office suites offer private, secured offices accessible 24/7, VOIP telecom system, network connections to printer/fax/copier and email. One hour of free IT desktop support per person per month and unlimited domestic long distance calling are included in the rent.

Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship
Rice University
6100 Main Street
Houston, TX 77005
(713) 348-3443

Website: www.alliance.rice.edu

Since its inception in 1999, the Rice Alliance has assisted in the launch over 225 new technology companies. Rice Alliance companies have raised more than $500 million in early stage funding. Over 600 early-stage technology companies have benefited from participation in Rice Alliance programs as either a presenter or technology showcase company. The Rice Alliance provides a collaborative network and forum for support, education, and exchange of ideas. It provides entrepreneurs access to the human and financial capital needed for success.

Technology Center of West Houston [Katydock]
1773 Westborough Dr.
Katy, Texas 77449
(281) 829-2448
(800) 474-3947

Website: www.katydock.com

Katy Dock is the entrepreneurial hub of Katy, Texas. With an advisory board having over 300 Years of Experience and access to a network of investors, industry experts, and relevant experience in hand, the Katy Dock is Katy's premiere business incubator. Apart from people, Katy Dock also offers modular office space, with wi-fi connections, free coffee, and a great workspace for collaboration (essentially Coworking).

U.T. Research Park
1515 Holcombe Boulevard
Houston, Texas, 77030
(713) 792-7691
(713) 792-7743

Website: www.utresearchpark.org

The University of Texas Research Park accelerates the product development of life science discoveries from the world's largest medical center with a focus on diagnostic and therapeutic discoveries that advance the fight against cancer, cardiovascular disorders and other diseases. Small and start-up companies can lease space with full access to common and support facilities such as cold rooms, freezers, X-ray processing, and laboratory washing and sterilization equipment. Standard laboratory modules will vary depending on the occupants' needs.