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Dallas-based Susan G. Komen is partnering with AstraZeneca to build the Navigation Infrastructure Collaboration. [Photo: Adobe Stock]
Dallas-Based Susan G. Komen Teams with AstraZeneca to Broaden Navigation Services for Breast Cancer Patients
by Sandra Engelland | Sep 17, 2026
A joint study running through February 2028 will test pilot sites and inform a policy roadmap the partners hope will advance a national telehealth-based navigation system for patients.
by Sandra Engelland |
Jun 24, 2026
The funded projects include the use of AI for better health outcomes, vaccines that could target the most aggressive and deadliest forms of breast cancer, research on breast cancer in younger populations, the role of weight loss on breast cancer risk, and prevention and reducing disparities in breast cancer outcomes for all populations.
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by Lance Murray |
Aug 21, 2025
Schneider will remain involved as honorary vice chair as the board launches a national search for her successor.
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Susan G. Komen to Host Fort Worth ‘More Than Pink’ Walk and Plano ‘Race for the Cure’ in October
by Lance Murray | Sep 9, 2024
Dallas-based Susan G. Komen said the "Dallas North Texas Race for the Cure" will take place in Plano on Saturday, Oct. 19, and the Fort Worth "More Than Pink" Walk will be held on Saturday, Oct. 5. Komen is the world’s leading breast cancer organization.
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by Lance Murray |
Jun 26, 2024
Dallas-based Komen said the 32 grants will further cutting-edge breast cancer research being done at 27 prestigious institutions worldwide and continue its longstanding support of breast cancer researchers early in their careers, as well as the world’s leaders in the field.
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by Quincy Preston |
Oct 17, 2023
Gardenuity—a high-tech gardening platform with a wellness mission—has harvested new capital to fuel growth, according to an Axios report. And its visibility is blooming nationwide thanks to recent inclusion in major media gift guides.
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The Last Word: Susan G. Komen’s Paula Schneider on Nearly $20M in 2023 Breast Cancer Research Grants
by Lance Murray | Jun 28, 2023
Dallas-based Susan G. Komen said the $19.3 million in grants will support its mission to end breast cancer through funding two focus areas: advancing precision medicine and eliminating disparities in breast cancer outcomes, while continuing the organization's commitment to supporting the next generation of diverse leaders in breast cancer research.
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![FC Dallas Foundation – STEAM FC is one of the 2023 grant recipients. The FC Dallas Foundation, Frisco Independent School District, and the National Soccer Hall of Fame formally launched STEAM FC powered by NEC in 2019. [File photo: FC Dallas Foundation screenshot]](https://s24806.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/NEC-FC-Steam-360x203.jpg)
by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report |
Jun 8, 2023
Irving-based NEC Foundation of America, the charitable giving fund of the NEC Corporation of America, has announced its 2023 grant recipients. With the grants, the foundation is dedicating more than $500,000 to Dallas-area schools and non-profit programs. See who got the grants—and how they're making a difference in Dallas and beyond.
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by Lance Murray |
May 5, 2023
Carlos L. Arteaga, M.D., is director of the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center and associate dean of oncology programs at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He is a professor of internal medicine and the Lisa K. Simmons Distinguished Chair in Comprehensive Oncology at UT Southwestern.
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by Lance Murray |
Apr 1, 2022
In this week's roundup of hires, promotions, and accolades in North Texas, you'll also find news from Recreational Realty, Island, The Food Hall Co., McKesson, TCU's Ralph Lowe Energy Institute, ClubCorp, Lone Star Analysis, Island, North Dallas Bank & Trust, Ranger Investment Management, Susan G. Komen, and Texas Security Bank.
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Jordan Phillips, founder of Cozys For The Cure. [Video Screenshot: Susan G. Komen]
13-year-old CEO Lands Cozys in Walmart to Benefit Dallas-based Susan G. Komen
by D'Anzia Robertson | Aug 31, 2017
The retailer plans to stock more than 200,000 cozys. For each one sold, 35 cents will be donated to the breast cancer nonprofit.
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by Amy Wolff Sorter |
May 30, 2017
Inflammatory Breast Cancer often is difficult to diagnose because it does not usually present with a lump.
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