Pumps & Pipes

A society of curious people from the medical,
energy, and aerospace industries.

Smart HTX

Join us December 8, 2025 for our annual event, Smart HTX. This year we are excited to welcome Conor Grennan as the keynote address. The focus of this year’s event is AI and innovation in Medicine, Energy and Aerospace.

December 8, 2025

AI Workshop

With Conor Grennan

Collaboration

Cross-industry collaboration

Audience

Professionals and Students Invited

Innovative Events

Exploring our neighbor’s toolbox and collaboratinng to solve common challenges.

STEAM

The Pumps & Pipes STEAM program supports after-school clubs at high schools across the Houston area, connecting students with real-world opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.  Through hands-on experiences and direct industry engagement, we help students explore what it means to pursue a technical or innovative career.  Our support includes guest speakers, interactive workshops, site visits, student-led projects, and competitions – all designed to inspire the next generation of problem solvers and innovators.

Visionaries lab

Launching in 2026, Pumps & Pipes Visionaries Labs will serve as a groundbreaking platform for collaboration across the medical, energy, and aerospace industries.  Designed to spark cross-disciplinary innovation, the Labs will bring together emerging talent and seasoned experts – known as “Visionaries” – in regular sessions focused on solving complex, real-world challenges. 

Mentees will present their projects and ideas, receiving direct feedback and potential solutions from Visionaries with deep experience and insight across sectors.  By uniting diverse minds and technologies, the Visionaries Labs aim to accelerate innovation where it’s needed most.

Need More Resources?

Looking to get more involved with Pumps & Pipes or bring our approach to your classroom, organization, or community? We're here to help. Whether you're seeking expert speakers, hands-on project ideas, site visits, professional connections, or collaboration opportunities, Pumps & Pipes offers access to a unique network of resources across medicine, energy, aerospace, and beyond. Let us know what you're looking for - we'll work to connect you with the tools, people, and experiences to help bring big ideas to life.