Month: April 2017

ORIX Foundation

ORIX Foundation Invests $3 million in DFW Nonprofits

by | Apr 25, 2017
The ORIX Foundation created the Community Innovation Project in response to a $3 million contribution from ORIX USA.
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smart city
Texas’ First Smart City Traffic Signal System Coming in May
by | Apr 25, 2017
The city of Frisco is planning to launch the state's first Smart City system connecting drivers with traffic signal information.
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sleep apnea
Study Looks at Wrist Device to Diagnose Sleep Apnea
by | Apr 25, 2017
UT Southwestern institute is part of a national effort looking at ways to diagnose the disorder in patients recovering from traumatic brain injuries.
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Earth Day
Photo Gallery: Earth Day Texas
Whether you missed out on the world's largest Earth Day celebration or just want to relive it, we've got the inside look.
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embryo

New Technology Enables Real-Time Embryo Monitoring

by | Apr 24, 2017
The technology allows remote monitoring by scientists from their offices or their home.
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Kyle Steed
Dallas-Based Artist Spreads Love Through Murals
by | Apr 24, 2017
Kyle Steed has been commissioned to create a three-piece series of his Little Love Notes for the Dallas Festival of Ideas.
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Frances Green, Margaret Kirchner, Ann Waldner, and Blanche Osborn
TWU Professor’s Research Inspiration for Upcoming Film about Female WWII Pilots
by | Apr 24, 2017
The film company behind 'Hidden Figures' and the director of 'Hamilton' are set to develop the project about the first women to fly for the U.S. military.
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philanthropic
Dallas Billionaire Touts Digital Philanthropic Fundraising
by | Apr 21, 2017
Digital fundraising is "20 times more efficient," billionaire Todd Wagner says.
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food

Dallas Filmmakers Shining Light on Food Insecurity

by | Apr 21, 2017
Clips from the documentary still in production will be screened Sunday as part of the inaugural EARTHxFilm festival.
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Wheron Doer
Whereon Will Paint Mural at Inaugural Doer Pop-up Event
by | Apr 21, 2017
HOWDO is hosting a new pop-up event series to introduce the community to "The Doers" in the Dallas community.
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How do You Feel? Gensler’s Robot, Jack, Wants to Know
by | Apr 21, 2017
Jack reads emojis in text messages sent to him by onlookers and responds to them with colors of light based on the type of emoji sent.
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Reminder Calendar
On Tap: Earth Day Texas, Women in Tech Summit, The Doers
Browse our curated selection of events to plan your next week — and beyond.
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preschool

Nature-based Preschool on Wheels Rides into Dallas

by | Apr 20, 2017
A new preschool on wheels that teaches children about nature and sustainability launched in Dallas last week.
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Predictive Analytics Enlisted to Fight Child Maltreatment
by | Apr 20, 2017
Researchers say the analytical technique could pinpoint neighborhoods — down to the block — where abuse may be most likely.
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homeless
Grand Prairie Girl Creates Art to Help Homeless
by | Apr 20, 2017
Gia Woodrum's encounter with a homeless man set her on a course of compassion for those in need.
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Earth Day Texas
Earth Day Texas Returns with
Eco-Friendly Message
by | Apr 19, 2017
Fair Park will be the site this week for the five-day celebration of the planet that is the largest Earth Day event in the world.
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