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Robokind

RoboKind Robot Aims to Help Bridge Diversity in STEM Education

by | Sep 27, 2016
A new humanoid robot, named Jett, with African-American likeness, is designed to increase minority student participation in STEM courses.
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Class Equips Students to Become Instrument Repair Technicians
by | Sep 26, 2016
The two-year Arlington ISD course gives students the skills and certification needed to repair musical instruments.
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UNT Institute
UNT Dallas Launches Institute to Minimize Teacher Turnover Rate
by | Sep 21, 2016
The Emerging Teacher Institute will focus on equipping future teachers with skills to regulate their emotional health.
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UNT Cancer Link
UNT Researchers Find Protein Linked to Breast Cancer Tumor Growth
by | Sep 16, 2016

University of North Texas researchers have uncovered a “game-changing breast cancer breakthrough,” according to a CBS 11 article.

Ron Mittler, a professor with UNT’s Department of Biological Sciences and the BioDiscovery Institute, discovered a protein linked to tumor growth three years ago....

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autistic

Dallas Museum of Art
Offers Programs for Autistic Children

by | Sep 15, 2016
The Dallas Museum of Art creates a special program in order to help autistic children express themselves.
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Cardiac Study
Cardiac Study Includes Keller, Richardson ISD Athletes, Band Members
by | Sep 14, 2016

The UT Southwestern Medical Center has invited student athletes and band members from two North Texas school districts to participate in a study by UTSW heart specialists to determine whether electrocardiograms can be useful in identifying students at risk for sudden cardiac arrest....

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Goodwill Industries
Tech Opportunity Fund Aims
to Boost Workforce Diversity
by | Sep 14, 2016
Full-tuition scholarships will be available through the program at all The Iron Yard campuses nationwide, including one in Dallas
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UTD Study
UTD Study Shows What
Influences Employee Commitment
by | Sep 13, 2016
A new study shows that when subordinates have more experience or education than their supervisors, they are less likely to respond to their boss’ leadership styles.
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concussion

SMU Researchers Looking for Ways to Better Diagnose Concussions

by | Sep 9, 2016
In a new study, SMU researchers are using a transcranial Doppler ultrasound to help in the diagnosis of concussions.
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taggers
UTD Study Paints Picture of Taggers’ Motivations
by | Sep 9, 2016
The criminologists who conducted the study cite boredom, seeking recognition as big motivators behind graffiti.
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Cancer
UNT Researchers Create Polymer for Early Cancer Detection
by | Sep 8, 2016
UNT researchers created a polymer film that is at the heart of the research project.
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alzheimer's
UTSW Researchers: Big Experiences Enhance Memory
by | Sep 7, 2016
Significant experiences cause the release of chemicals that can create better memory.
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Rise School

Rise School to Welcome First Students into Park Cities YMCA

by | Sep 6, 2016
The preschool for students both with and without developmental disabilities now has a larger space, new technology, and more offerings for students.
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grants
University of Texas at Arlington Awards 4 Research Grants
by | Sep 6, 2016
UTA seed grants will fund "innovative ideas that address high-priority issues in society."
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Work College
Paul Quinn President Gains National Reputation
by | Sep 2, 2016
Michael Sorrell has been credited with reviving a near-dead Paul Quinn College, and inspiring its students.
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Crowdfunding
How Crowdfunding Can Enhance Communities
by | Sep 2, 2016
Crowdfunding community projects can be an effective way to get them off the ground.
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