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AVA Propulsion Builds Large-Scale Drones for Delivery

02-08-2021:
AVA Propulsion looking at the big picture of eventual product and people delivery via large drones.
Read more on startupssanantonio.com

2021 SHAPING UP TO BE BIGGEST YEAR YET

02-08-2021:
Our customers, our partners and our team are moving full speed ahead building a dynamic community like no other: a place where people collaborate to launch innovations that are changing the world.
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ROAD TO BUILDING FUTURES-Episode 2

02-08-2021:
Meet Steve Lewis, VP of Operations with CNF Technologies, whose early service in the U.S. Navy laid the foundation in a career as one of our region’s leading cybersecurity executives.
Read more on portsanantonio.us

UTSA and Dell partner to spur innovation in cybersecurity and data science

02-04-2021:
Technology grant enables and supports UTSA's ability to attract leading research scholars and students to help deliver research in data science and cybersecurity.
Read more on eurekalert.org

SA-based app creator wins second prize in pitch competition

02-02-2021:
ForwardEdge leverages AI, blockchain, machine learning, automation and swarm intelligence to solve problems of social consequence.
Read more on bizjournals.com

Perytor Therapeutics Develops New Kind of Anti-Inflammatory Biologic

02-02-2021:
One of the ‘most fundable startups,’ SA-based startup is developing a new category of anti-inflammatory treatment for the market.
Read more on startupssanantonio.com

San Antonio College named NSA cybersecurity hub

02-01-2021:
College’s information assurance and cybersecurity degrees will include NSA certification.
Read more on compsmag.com

Reckon Point among Top Asset Management Companies in Texas

01-30-2021:
Port-based startup scores high in the areas of innovation, growth and societal impact.
Read more on df.media

EcoDevo 360 Newsletter - January 2021

01-29-2021:
See the latest update from the San Antonio Economic Development Foundation.
Read more on sanantonioedf.com

Port San Antonio Teams with Sundt to Build Game-Changing Innovation Center

01-27-2021:
Sundt is building a 130,000-square-foot Innovation Center at Port San Antonio - one of America’s fastest-growing innovation destinations.
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Plus One Robotics training students to fill high-paying tech jobs

01-26-2021:
Port-based firm among companies working closely with area schools.
Read more on kens5.com

Successful wastewater testing program offers future potential against COVID

01-26-2021:
UTSA-led program effective in helping local health officials track spread of the disease in the community.
Read more on utsa.edu

SwRI PROJECTS RECEIVE $950,000 IN FUNDING FROM U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

01-25-2021:
Institute will demonstrate methods of storing solar and wind power to enhance the reliable and predictable operation of the utility grid.
Read more on swri.org

Construction Begins On UTSA's New School Of Data Science

01-25-2021:
The $90 million downtown facility will also host the National Security Collaboration Center.
Read more on tpr.org

Gates Foundation awards nearly $16M to SA biopharma

01-25-2021:
Evestra Inc. will use the funding to support a novel injectable contraceptive targeted toward women in underserved regions of the world.
Read more on bizjournals.com

How to keep your small business cyber secure during COVID-19 pandemic

01-24-2021:
Bret Piatt, president and CEO of Jungle Disk, discusses online dangers.
Read more on ksat.com

Second line supports Service Life Modification on Super Hornets

01-22-2021:
The U.S. Navy received delivery of the fourth Super Hornet to undergo Service Life Modification – and the first completed at Boeing’s San Antonio site.
Read more on navair.navy.mil

Local siblings create app that reviews businesses' COVID-19 safety measures

01-22-2021:
Co-Crit users can search for businesses in their area and rate them on several safety metrics.
Read more on kens5.com

Chief Science Officer Program Fuels SAMSAT Mentorship

01-20-2021:
The IDRA Texas Chief Science Officer Program challenges teens to create action plans that promote STEM education in schools and communities.
Read more on samsat.org

Codeup Texas expands its reach with office, certification

01-20-2021:
Local coding and data sciences school is now fully licensed for online teaching beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read more on bizjournals.com

SA-based Seno Medical Breast Imaging Technology Receives FDA Pre-Market Approval

01-19-2021:
Company's imaging system uses opto-acoustic technology combined with laser optics and conventional ultrasound technology to provide real-time breast tissue images.
Read more on startupssanantonio.com

SA Startup Partners with Dutch Design Firm on Global Community-Engagement Solutions

01-18-2021:
Irys is a startup focused on improving the quality of life in communities through the use of technology.
Read more on startupssanantonio.com

Spurs first NBA team to deploy Coronavirus-zapping robots

01-14-2021:
SA-based Xenex Disinfection Services has teamed with the sports franchise to slow the spread of Covid-19.
Read more on bizjournals.com

SA-based Startup Launches Portable Powered Face Mask To Protect Against COVID-19

01-14-2021:
JustAir’s patented advanced face mask system uses a powered air-purifying respirator in a more portable version of medical or industrial grade systems.
Read more on startupssanantonio.com

NASA EXTENDS JUNO MISSION TO JUPITER

01-13-2021:
NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory manages the Juno mission for the principal investigator, Dr. Scott J. Bolton, of the Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio.
Read more on swri.org

Local Startup Level Effect Cyber Tool Acquired by Huntress

01-12-2021:
Level Effect’s Recon tool collects network data from a computer on how it communicates to other computers inside a network or the internet.
Read more on startupssanantonio.com

Texas Biomed eyes more deals from its Covid work for Pfizer

01-11-2021:
Institute generated more than $42 million in contracted work in 2020, a record haul for the 80-year-old organization.
Read more on bizjournals.com

San Antonio cybersecurity firm expanding

01-11-2021:
Silotech primarily contracts with the federal government.
Read more on expressnews.com

Fast-growing Plus One Robotics to expand at Port San Antonio

01-08-2021:
A local robotics company is more than doubling the size of its facility at Port San Antonio.
Read more on expressnews.com

UTSA climatologist to fight greenhouse gases in San Antonio

01-07-2021:
Initiative will help guide the implementation of the city’s climate action and adaptation plan (CAAP).
Read more on utsa.edu

Local military vet expands IT company to San Antonio

01-07-2021:
Aetos LLC, an information technology company based in Washington, D.C., has expanded its operations to San Antonio.
Read more on bizjournals.com

Artificial Intelligence Consortium receives over $1M in research funding

01-06-2021:
Awards will fund ongoing research developing novel brain-inspired lifelong learning algorithms and systems.
Read more on utsa.edu

Building SA’s Future: Full Speed Ahead in 2021

01-06-2021:
Port SA's CEO expects more growth in the upcoming year.
Read more on mysanantonio.com

MASS SPECTROMETER ENHANCES SwRI’S AUTOMOTIVE CATALYST TESTING

01-05-2021:
Institute integrates an existing proprietary technology with a mass spectrometer.
Read more on swri.org

Texas Biomed wins grant to study effects of marijuana on HIV-related dementia

01-01-2021:
Funding will be used to measure marijuana’s efficacy as a treatment for individuals who suffer from HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder.
Read more on sanantonioreport.org

Boeing Awarded $189 Million US Air Force Contract

12-31-2020:
F-15 Eagle work will be performed at Boeing's Port San Antonio site.
Read more on clearancejobs.com

Owner of training firm talks cybersecurity, Zoom classes and Space Command

12-31-2020:
Kekai Namauu is founder of training and certification firm Dynamic Advancement and government contracting firm Namauu Technological and Industrial.
Read more on mysanantonio.com

San Antonio tech grew in '20, poised for more expansion in '21

12-30-2020:
Port San Antonio is among local entities experiencing tech boom.
Read more on www.mysanantonio.com

Why San Antonio should host US Space Command

12-29-2020:
Port San Antonio is one of six finalist communities to host the headquarters for U.S. Space Command — which is responsible for commanding and controlling space operations by all our military forces.
Read more on militarytimes.com

UTSA, Port San Antonio unite on research, workforce initiative

12-27-2020:
The goal of the collaboration: Continue to develop the city’s technology and cybersecurity expertise.
Read more on mysanantonio.com

Boeing's San Antonio office receives contract worth nearly $80M

12-22-2020:
Aerospace innovator will develop avionic weapons defense systems for the F-15 aircraft at its Port San Antonio site.
Read more on bizjournals.com

WellAware Launches a Smart Indoor Air Purification Service For Businesses

12-17-2020:
San Antonio tech startup is working with local businesses to help protect staff and customers from COVID-19.
Read more on startupssanantonio.com

Need Co-Working Space in San Antonio? Check Out This List

12-17-2020:
The rise in San Antonio over the past couple of years of specialized spaces for other industries means that startup founders can now rent spaces across San Antonio.
Read more on startupssanantonio.com

UTSA and Port San Antonio sign 5-year pact

12-14-2020:
Organizations are aiming to build a high-tech workforce pipeline.
Read more on sanantonioreport.org

Leading SA: What’s next for Port San Antonio

12-13-2020:
Jim Perschbach, president and CEO of Port SA, speaks about regional economic growth.
Read more on ksat.com

IPSECURE ON PATH FOR CONTINUED GROWTH

12-09-2020:
Industry leader provides information security expertise and training for public and private sectors.
Read more on portsanantonio.us

Modern Managed IT Lands $1M Seed Investment from Geekdom Fund

12-08-2020:
Startup plans to use the investment to grow its IT staff as it expands operations in San Antonio and across Texas.
Read more on startupssanantonio.com

Local organization focuses on increasing women of color in cyber workforce pipeline

12-04-2020:
BlackSTEM Inc. is introducing students to cybersecurity though a program called Community-based Youth Building Engagement & Restoration, or C.Y.B.E.R. LAB.
Read more on bizjournals.com

TOMLINSON: SPACE COMMAND BELONGS IN SAN ANTONIO, WILL BOOST TEXAS BUSINESS

12-02-2020:
"The Pentagon could not pick a better spot for the next chapter into space."
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Port San Antonio hailed as ideal space to launch Space Command

11-30-2020:
Local leaders believe the vast campus is best suited to support the agency's mission.
Read more on sanantonioreport.org

Plus One Robotics teams with Fanuc America to develop automation solutions for e-commerce fulfillment

11-27-2020:
Technology will meet the needs of their mutual customers for their warehouse applications.
Read more on roboticsandautomationnews.com

San Antonio VC starts multimillion-dollar fund to invest in software companies

11-27-2020:
Fund will target companies with a strong focus on four areas.
Read more on bizjournals.com

The Austin-San Antonio Corridor Could Become one of the World’s Top 10 Tech Regions

11-25-2020:
BuildGroup CEO Lanham Napier provides his insights.
Read more on siliconhillsnews.com

Air Force Embracing New Tech to Solve Pilot Shortage

11-25-2020:
The effort is taking place at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.
Read more on nationaldefensemagazine.org

Local aerospace leader talks work-life balance, business during COVID

11-25-2020:
Bianca Rhodes is President and CEO of Knight Aerospace, which designs and manufactures aircraft interiors and components - including modules for dignitaries and portable medical suites.
Read more on mysanantonio.com

Port San Antonio possible future location for US Space Command

11-19-2020:
Decision would mean a boost to the local economy with more than 1,000 new jobs.
Read more on news4sanantonio.com

LOCAL STUDENTS HELP CYBER LEADER ADVANCE ITS GLOBAL MISSION

11-19-2020:
Booz Allen Hamilton prepares college students for bright futures as cybersecurity innovators.
Read more on portsanantonio.us

Local colleges part of national coalition for cybersecurity workforce development

11-18-2020:
The University of Texas at San Antonio and San Antonio College will join other institutions to beef up cyber hiring.
Read more on bizjournals.com

CNF TECHNOLOGIES ON THE LEADING EDGE OF INNOVATION

11-17-2020:
Fast-growing cybersecurity firm supplies specialized expertise that protects critical U.S. government networks.
Read more on portsanantonio.us

SwRI RECEIVES $7.2 MILLION CONTRACT TO TEST AI IN AIR TAXI DESIGN PROJECT

11-17-2020:
Air taxis are short-range electric aircraft that carry a small number of passengers relatively short distances, in comparison to commercial airliners.
Read more on swri.org

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