Welcome to TMC AI Summit 2026
Location
Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI)
Texas Medical Center, 1250 Moursund St, Houston, TX 77030
Registration Information
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Register HereVision
Our Vision is to foster the vibrant, collaborative ecosystem at the Texas Medical Center, leveraging its unparalleled talent, diverse data resources, and entrepreneurial energy to translate advanced AI innovations into practical solutions for real-world biomedical and healthcare challenges.
By uniting researchers, clinicians, and industry leaders, we aim to revolutionize healthcare delivery, improve outcomes, and catalyze meaningful impact for everyone, throughout the entire human lifespan.
Our commitment ensures that AI technologies in healthcare generate tangible benefits for individuals, healthcare systems, and communities worldwide.
Call for Participation – TMC AI Summit 2026
We are excited to announce the Call for Participation for the TMC AI Summit 2026, co-hosted with Texas Children’s Hospital, taking place February 18–20, 2026 at the TCH Neurological Research Institute (NRI) in Houston, Texas.
This event is dedicated to foster the vibrant, collaborative ecosystem at the Texas Medical Center, leveraging its unparalleled talent, diverse data resources, and entrepreneurial energy to translate advanced AI innovations into practical solutions for real-world biomedical and healthcare challenges.
By uniting researchers, clinicians, and industry leaders, we aim to revolutionize healthcare delivery, improve outcomes, and catalyze meaningful impact for everyone, throughout the entire human lifespan.
Our commitment ensures that AI technologies in healthcare generate tangible benefits for individuals, healthcare systems, and communities worldwide.
Join us to engage with world-class researchers, clinicians, and industry leaders building the future of AI-driven healthcare.
Program Tracks:
Foundation Track: Explore innovations in data science, AI, and informatics that are reshaping healthcare by empowering data-driven discovery, fostering precision medicine, and optimizing healthcare outcomes.
Opportunity Track: Showcase transformative AI applications in biomedical discovery and healthcare, including diagnostic tools, imaging analysis, drug development, and more.
Impact Track: Discuss strategies for AI translation and stories of successful implementation with meaningful impact.
Submission Opportunities
- Poster and Oral Presentations
- Workshops and Tutorials
- Industry Talks
- Student Research Showcases
Submission Guidelines and Template: Guidelines | Template
Dates
Submission Deadline: Dec. 31, 2025
Notification of Acceptance: Jan. 15, 2026
Registration Deadline: Feb. 1, 2026
Conference date: Feb. 18-20, 2026
Registration
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RegisterThis option is strictly reserved for approved sponsors, speakers, and volunteers. All registrations under this category will be verified by the organization committee. Registrations made by individuals who are not approved sponsors, speakers, or volunteers will be voided.
| Participant | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| Professional | $200.00 |
| Student | $50.00 |
Keynote Speakers
Foundation Track
Chris Mungall, PhD
Senior Scientist
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Danielle Mowery, PhD, FAMIA
Assistant Professor
University of Pennsylvania
Opportunities Track
Anant Madabhushi, PhD
Robert W. Woodruff Professor
Emory University
Anuj Kapadia, PhD
Associate Professor
Duke University
Impact Track
Cris Ross
Venture Partner
Aegis Ventures
Nassib Chamoun
Founder, President & CEO
Health Data Analytics Institute
Steering Committee
Devin Dunn, MPH
Texas Medical Center Innovations
Xiaoqian Jiang, PhD
UTHealth Houston
Ioannis Kakadiaris, PhD
University of Houston
Zhandong Liu, PhD
Texas Children's Hospital/BCM
Eric Smith
Memorial Hermann Hospital
Eric A. Stahlberg, PhD
MD Anderson
Kelvin Wong, PhD
Methodist Hospital
Organization Committee
Ananth Annapragada, PhD
co-Chair
Texas Children's Hospital/BCM
Hongfang Liu, PhD
co-Chair
UTHealth Houston
Rubab Ali
Event Manager
UTHealth Houston
Claudia Antone
Logistics Specialist
Texas Children's Hospital
Quamishia Shuron Green
Finance Chair
UTHealth Houston
Pranav Mehta
Young Professionals Program Chair
UTHealth Houston
Wanjing Wang
Web Chair
UTHealth Houston
Hyun-Hwan Jeong, PhD
Student Research Showcase Chair
Texas Children's Hospital/BCM
Esther Ngan, PhD
Student Research Showcase co-Chair
Baylor College of Medicine
Warid Islam, PhD
Student Research Showcase co-Chair
Baylor College of Medicine
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Call for Sponsorship
Become a catalyst for innovation in pediatric, maternal, and lifelong health by sponsoring the TMC AI Summit 2026.
Sponsorship Tiers
Diamond – $20,000
- Exclusive keynote speaking opportunity or two spotlight speaking sessions
- Premium exhibit space (breakout room or prime lobby area)
- VIP networking dinner with UTH & TCH leadership
- Premium brand visibility (website, event signage, social media, printed materials)
- 12 complimentary registrations
Platinum – $10,000
- All Gold benefits PLUS premium brand visibility (website, signage, social)
- VIP networking dinner with UTH & TCH leadership
- 10 complimentary registrations
Gold – $5,000
- All Silver benefits PLUS exclusive presentation opportunities to initiate meaningful engagement and showcase your thought leadership
- 8 complimentary registrations
Silver – $2,500
- All Bronze benefits PLUS Website branding plus a dedicated desk at the event to engage directly with participants
- 4 complimentary registrations
Bronze – $1,000
- Digital exposure with your brand featured on the event website
- 2 complimentary registrations
Let’s Build the Future Together!
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