The 2024 MIT Houston Symposium will gain the insights needed to navigate the dramatic changes driven by global economic forces, emerging technologies, and evolving government policies. This event will explore the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI), essential workforce development strategies, groundbreaking advancements in manufacturing, shifting international trade patterns, and the impact of recent U.S. legislation on industrial policy.
Please visit the MIT ILP site for the full agenda.
MIT Startup Exchange is looking for 8-12 startups (in IoT, advanced manufacturing, energy, materials, life science & medical devices) to speak at MIT ILP's annual Wuxi Symposium, held virtually on Zoom evening of Wed. Jan. 27th (Jan. 28th Beijing time).
Wise Systems: AI-driven platform to optimize fleet-wide efficiency James Agan, Product Marketing Manager, Wise Systems
DUST Identity: Linking objects to digital records to solve complex supply chain security needs Ophir Gaathon, CEO & Co-Founder, DUST Identity
Aulera: Create and Leverage Digital Identities for Physical Products Nathan Stempel, CFO & Co-founder, Aulera
Colvin Run Networks: Defense-grade assurance and analytics solutions Michael McComas, VP of Innovation, Colvin Run Networks
SourceTrace: Agri-Food digital solutions for sustainable farming and efficient, transparent and traceable supply chains Venkat Maroju, CEO, SourceTrace
Lightning Talk
Rich Bavasso CEO and Co-Founder, nQ Medical Nader Yaghoubi President and CEO, PathMaker Neurosystems Bobby Brooke Herrera Co-founder & Interim CEO, E25Bio Thanos Kosmidis Co-Founder & CEO, CareAcross Drew Arenth macro-eyes Zen Chu Senior Lecturer, MIT Sloan Jon Bloom Co-Founder and CEO, Podimetricsl Nigel Surridge Research Fellow, Roche Diabetes Care Inc. Antonio Melo Vice President, Digital Experience Center, , Humana Digital Health Analytics Anne Kim Cofounder & CEO, Secure AI Labs (SAIL) Brandon Busuito Founder & CEO, CoVerified Sam Shames Embr Labs
A Complete Cybersecurity Solution for Smart Cities Andrew Surwilo CEO & Co-Founder, Cytex
Cytex is a leading innovator in AI-driven full spectrum cybersecurity platform designed to protect organizations' data and assets. The patented Cytex Unified Resilience Platform provides network security, cloud security, application security, and compliance management, in a single solution. Notably, the Cytex Audify Compliance Verification Platform enables real-time, continuous compliance monitoring across various regulatory frameworks eliminating the reliance on traditional unreliable point-in-time assessments. Additionally, Cytex demonstrates a strong commitment to cybersecurity education by providing free phishing simulation software to businesses, non-profits, and municipalities, aiming to enhance organizational resilience against cyber threats.
IOT Intelligence for Indoor People Movement and Wellbeing Honghao Deng CEO & Co-Founder , Butlr
Butlr is a pioneering technology company that leverages wireless, AI-powered thermal sensing to anonymously track human movement and occupancy in real time. Its platform provides businesses with valuable insights into space utilization, workplace optimization, energy efficiency, and preventive care without compromising privacy. Originally spun out of MIT, Butlr’s sensor technology is used across industries, including commercial real estate, retail, and senior care, to enhance operations, reduce costs, and improve user experiences. By enabling data-driven decision-making with seamless integration and scalable solutions, Butlr empowers organizations to create smarter, more efficient environments while prioritizing privacy and sustainability.