Terrence Howard, an actor and engineering enthusiast, recently visited Edinburg to discuss a potential research and development project with UTRGV. His company, Lynchpin By Terrence Howard, is working on omnidirectional flight vehicles, including custom drones and related technologies. The company is currently based in California, but Howard is looking for a new location.

His nephew, Josh Howard, described the meeting at UTRGV as productive. Josh Howard is involved in his own ventures, including Brand Geniuz and Social Fest. Further details about the project and potential collaboration with UTRGV are available from the source.

The visit suggests that the Valley may play a role in the development of innovative flight technologies.