• THBI is the Texas policy voice for the healthcare and bioscience industry.

  • Research. Develop. Advocate.

  • Positioning Texas as a leader in the biotechnology and life sciences industries.

Who We Are

Texas Healthcare and Bioscience Institute (THBI) is the state’s trade association for healthcare and bioscienceTHBI’s membership structure is designed to represent the needs and interests of entities working across the entire life science spectrum, both large and small, to effectively address the public policy needs of Texas’ growing life sciences community. 

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YES to Props 5 and 10

THBI and the life science and biotech industry will be voting "Yes" for Proposition 5 and Proposition 10 in the November election. These important propositions support the expansion of research at Texas universities and provide a more competitive economic environment for the industry to grow. Please join us in promoting these important initiatives that will greatly impact the life science. 

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Fall Policy Summit & Luminary Awards Dinner

Join THBI Wednesday, October 25 at the Stephen F. Austin Hotel in downtown Austin for an afternoon policy summit full of stimulating discussion related to how the Texas life science and biotech industry and its partners are building the future of healthcare. Following the summit will be a networking reception with state-wide industry professionals and policy makers and the Luminary Awards Dinner. Register today!

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Benefits of Membership

THBI is one of the most diverse organizations focused on the life sciences industry in Texas. Our members benefit  from access to exclusive events, state and federal legislative tracking, financial savings through our group purchasing program with BIO Business Solutions, and more. 

Learn About the Industry

We've compiled press coverage, industry reports and legislative updates to help you understand the landscape of the life sciences industry in Texas and beyond. 

THBI Meetings & Events 

From annual events, such as our Fall Summit & Luminary Dinner, to our coordination of a Texas Pavilion at the BIO International Conference, THBI members enjoy unique opportunities throughout the year to interact with public officials and industry leaders,