R. House Garage

Baltimore is a nationally recognized hub for Health Tech innovation — powered by world-class research, entrepreneurial talent, and a collaborative investment community.

​Join the NSF I-Corps Mid-Atlantic Hub, led by the University of Maryland and in partnership with Johns Hopkins University, George Washington University, Penn State, Howard University, and other leading research institutions, for a high-impact networking event spotlighting the Baltimore Health Tech ecosystem.

Date: May 1, 2026
Time: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Location: The Garage at R. House (301 W. 29th Street, Baltimore)

​Panel: From Idea to Impact: What It Really Takes to Launch a Health Tech Company in Maryland

Connect with  founders, biotech executives, investors, mentors, and research leaders driving health innovation forward. Hear from CEOs, founders, investors, and public officials on why Baltimore is a powerful place to build and scale health tech, and gain practical insight into how programs like NSF I-Corps help move ideas from lab to market.

Step into a growing Mid-Atlantic network advancing biotech, translational research, and real-world impact—while increasing your visibility and opening the door to new opportunities.

Who Should Attend

  • ​Health Tech entrepreneurs and startup teams
  • ​Biotech and health innovation executives
  • ​Investors and venture partners
  • ​University researchers and tech transfer leaders
  • ​Economic development and public-sector leaders
  • ​Mentors and ecosystem builders