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Lori Boies, Ph.D., MPH, has made significant contributions to the fields of bioinformatics, cancer biology, public health, and science education. Her early research at UT Southwestern advanced neuro-oncology by developing and characterizing two novel inducible transgenic mouse models, leading to the identification of distinct populations of adult neural stem cells and transient progenitors that persist … Read more

Medical genomics plays an increasingly important role in the life sciences, informing advances in research, diagnostics, and therapeutic development.  By examining how genetic variation influences disease risk, treatment response, and health outcomes, genomics is transforming how biomedical research is conducted and how new diagnostics and therapies are developed.  What was once confined to specialized research … Read more

BioMedSA’s Board of Directors approved 5 new memberships in January 2026: Bürkert Fluid Control Systems, Hard Rock Cafe, Hilton Palacio del Rio, McFalls Associates and Visit San Antonio.   Bürkert Fluid Control Systems specializes in precise fluid measurement and control technologies used across a variety of technical applications. Their products support environments where accuracy, durability, … Read more

BioMedSA’s Board of Directors approved 5 new memberships in November 2025: BleedIO, ClearCam, DIRTT, Julie Riegel and QRx Partners.   BleedIO delivers SaaS and HaaS solutions using BLE Mesh, a wireless technology designed for decentralized networks that operate without internet or centralized systems. Proprietary technology improves uptime, resiliency, and security for IoT. Device-to-device (D2D) communication … Read more

NetSuite seeks to help organizations increase productivity, improve efficiencies, and provide the visibility and control needed to run successful businesses by providing an integrated system that includes financials/Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), inventory management, HR, professional services automation, and omnichannel commerce. With cross-industry expertise, NetSuite can be tailored to meet the specific needs of the industry … Read more

Awareness of Ecosystem Company/organization contributions: Use ecosystem messaging when promoting region and to communicate messaging to staff Use your marketing channels to amplify ecosystem successes. Examples: “Like” others’ posts, follow other ecosystem members. Inform BioMedSA of noteworthy activities so that outcomes and successes can be amplified Participate in BioMedSA Marketing Committee as it develops action … Read more

BioMedSA’s Board of Directors approved 3 new memberships in October 2025: Cogent Consults, Nodon, and Oracle. Jeff Jung is a medtech commercialization veteran and founder of Cogent Consults, where he seeks to help startups and growth-stage companies strategize and execute to gain market adoption. He works with clients to develop Market Development Plans that go … Read more

  Erika L. Thompson, PhD, MPH, CPH, FAAHB is a nationally recognized public health researcher whose work has significantly advanced the understanding and prevention of human papillomavirus (HPV)-related cancers. Her research employs mixed-methods approaches to explore HPV vaccine decision-making, school-entry policies, and innovative healthcare delivery models. Beyond HPV, Thompson has addressed critical reproductive health issues, … Read more

Luis Martinez-Sobrido, Ph.D. is a globally recognized virologist whose groundbreaking research has significantly advanced our understanding of viral pathogenesis and vaccine development. He is especially known for his work on RNA viruses, including influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and arenaviruses. His innovative use of reverse genetics systems has enabled the creation of recombinant viruses for … Read more

This year’s Award for Innovation in Healthcare and Bioscience was more than a celebration of individual achievement—it was a powerful reflection of the strength, collaboration, and vision of an entire ecosystem. As we honored Dr. Larry Schlesinger and George Hernández, we also recognized the collective momentum that continues to drive our region forward. We extend … Read more