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Two Texas Tech Accelerator Startups Join One Health Incubator

Kathryn Dankesreiter, Assistant Director of Public Relations

September 24, 2024

One Health Incubator Ribbon Cutting

The Texas Tech Innovation Hub welcomes first tenants, Medical Information Simulations and MelodiaSync, to healthcare incubator.

In a groundbreaking move to address the growing intersection of health, technology, and innovation, the Texas Tech University Innovation Hub has officially welcomed its first two companies, Medical Information Simulations, LLC and MelodiaSync, LLC, into the newly launched One Health Incubator.

The One Health Incubator, a joint initiative between the Innovation Hub and the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center, is uniquely positioned to advance research and commercialization in areas that address the interconnected nature of health across species and ecosystems. By fostering collaboration between disciplines such as medicine, veterinary science, environmental science, and technology, the One Health Incubator aims to develop solutions that improve health outcomes on a global scale.

The incubator provides startups like Medical Information Simulations and MelodiaSync with access to the Hub’s cutting-edge resources, including advanced prototyping equipment, collaborative workspaces, and mentorship from industry experts. Additionally, participating companies benefit from Texas Tech’s strong ties to the healthcare and technology sectors, enabling them to engage in strategic partnerships, secure funding, and scale their innovations.

“As the first members of the One Health Incubator, Medical Information Simulations and MelodiaSync embody the interdisciplinary spirit of the One Health concept,” said Dr. Phil Sizer, Associate Vice President of Research Innovation at the TTUHSC. “We look forward to supporting their growth and helping them bring their transformative technologies to market. The work being done in the incubator is not only important for human health but also has far-reaching implications for animal and environmental health.”

With the launch of the One Health Incubator and the addition of Medical Information Simulations and MelodiaSync, Texas Tech is poised to become a hub for groundbreaking health innovations. As these companies continue to develop their technologies and expand their reach, they will play a crucial role in advancing the future of healthcare through innovative, interdisciplinary solutions.

Medical Information Simulations

Medical Information Simulations (MIS), led by Tammy Carter, CEO of MIS and Program Director for the Medical Laboratory Sciences and Molecular Pathology Department at TTUHSC, is a member of the 2024-2025 Texas Tech Accelerator Cohort. The startup company is developing a revolutionary way to train clinicians by creating a web-based LIS (Laboratory Information System).

The LIS simulator allows medical laboratory scientists to practice using the system in a realistic environment thereby gaining hands-on experience with data entry, result tracking, and report generation, all crucial skills for working in a clinical laboratory. 

MelodiaSync

MelodiaSync, the second company to join the One Health Incubator, is another 2024-2025 Texas Tech Accelerator startup that combines the therapeutic power of music with advanced software to deliver personalized music therapy solutions for patients. Led by CEO Jessica Blume, former Assistant Director of the TTUHSC Office of Global Health, the MelodiaSync team is developing innovative software that promotes relaxation by offering real-time, customized beat responses tailored to each listener’s needs.

A Bright Future for Health Innovation

With the launch of the One Health Incubator and the addition of Medical Information Simulations and MelodiaSync, Texas Tech is positioning itself as a center for health innovation. As these companies grow and refine their technologies, they’ll contribute to advancing healthcare with creative, interdisciplinary solutions.

The One Health Incubator is part of Texas Tech’s broader goal to support impactful innovations that address global health challenges. By backing startups that focus on the connection between human, animal, and environmental health, the incubator is helping to create a healthier, more sustainable future.