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Michael Bergel, Ph.D., with the structure of his team's patented anti-cancer compounds. Photo by Michael Modecki.
TWU Biology Team Granted a Patent for Anti-Cancer Compounds That Could Save Lives
by Alex Edwards | Oct 15, 2020
The novel invention from researchers at Texas Woman’s University in Denton could greatly contribute to cancer treatment research. The compounds can prevent the growth of breast, lung, and colon cancer cells.
by Alex Edwards |
Oct 14, 2020
As one of the largest employers in the state, JPMorgan Chase wants to prepare Texans for the future of work while breaking down barriers to opportunity for underserved communities. Of its newest philanthropic investment, $7M will locally benefit The Commit Partnership, Dallas ISD, Dallas College, and UNT Dallas.
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by Quincy Preston |
Oct 14, 2020
UT Dallas' Marjorie Zielke, winner of the 5G award, says her AI/VR platform could "eventually create stand-alone, life-like holograms of virtual teachers." Judge Mark Cuban commented on the tech's potential to provide access to virtual teachers for students attending disadvantaged schools.
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by Lauren Hawkins |
Oct 13, 2020
Now in its second year, the program from Dallas Innovates and D CEO honors disruptors and trailblazers driving a new vision for North Texas.
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Dr. John Schoggins [Photo: Courtesy UTSW]
Do Animals That Carry Viruses Like COVID-19 Have Antiviral Genes? This UTSW Researcher Wins NIH Pioneer Award and $3.5M to Find Out
by Alex Edwards | Oct 7, 2020
John Schoggins is one of 10 recipients for the National Institutes of Health's Pioneer Award. The forward-looking researcher is ahead of the curve, beginning the pursuit prior to the current pandemic.
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by Alex Edwards |
Oct 6, 2020
University of North Texas researchers received more than $400,000 of the $1.5 million grant to develop a 3D printed material equipped with embedded sensors for use in car structures.
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by Dave Moore |
Oct 1, 2020
Entrepreneurs, angel investors, venture capitalists, and others can register now for VC University LIVE where they can unlock their venture finance skills and build their networks in Dallas and beyond.
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by Alex Edwards |
Oct 1, 2020
Rising to the top of the list: How the private charitable foundation of Dallas Mavericks Owner and “Shark” Mark Cuban partnered up with tech companies to bring an "AI Bootcamp" to underserved DFW students. Here's our roundup of the Top 10.
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Cohort Kickoff: Meet the 6 Inaugural Startups in Denton’s AccelerateHER Incubator
by Chantal Canales | Sep 28, 2020
The collaboration between Texas Woman’s University Center for Women Entrepreneurs and Stoke will help six startups in their early-stage development. The program officially kicks off on Oct. 1.
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by Alex Edwards |
Sep 28, 2020
The wristwatch-like device demonstrated by UT Dallas bioengineers monitors sweat for biomarkers that could signal flare-ups of inflammatory bowel disease.
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by Alex Edwards |
Sep 28, 2020
The funding from the philanthropic arm of Toyota USA will provide virtual learning resources for more than 350,000 students at schools in 13 states. In North Texas, that includes the Dallas Independent School District, Plano Independent School District, and Dallas-based Uplift Education.
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by Alex Edwards |
Sep 28, 2020
The Dallas-based beauty company, founded by original glass ceiling-breaker Mary Kay Ash more than 56 years ago, sponsored 25 girls from underserved areas around Dallas to participate in the Boss Club Foundation's 2020 Summer Entrepreneurship Program.
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[Images: Microsoft via the DRC]
Future Readiness: This $15M Microsoft Training Program Aims to Accelerate Digital Skills in Minority Communities
by Dave Moore | Sep 25, 2020
The Sept. 30 deadline looms for the Microsoft community skills grant that's open to Black-led nonprofits. Up to 50 organizations will receive up to $100,000 over three years for training purposes.
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by Alex Edwards |
Sep 18, 2020
In this week's roundup of hires and promotions in North Texas, you'll also find news from Kirkland & Ellis, UNT Dallas, Munck Wilson Mandala, WiNGS, YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas, and GridLiance, among others.
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by Anne Motsenbocker, JPMorgan Chase, and Rick Lopez, Garland ISD |
Sep 17, 2020
There’s power in giving customers control of their data, write JP Morgan Chase’s Anne Motsenbocker and Garland ISD’s Rick Lopez. That idea could revolutionize education.
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by Alex Edwards |
Sep 17, 2020
GreenLight Credentials has been chosen to provide its blockchain platform to the Texas College Bridge. Now more than 6,000 students will be able to electronically share certificates and other records directly with colleges.
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