Women

Female-Focused Nonprofit StateraArts Introduces Mentorship Chapter in Dallas-Fort Worth

by | May 29, 2019
As the Latin word for "balance," Statera symbolizes a holistic creative environment that nourishes innovation. Local women in the arts can apply for the mentorship program by June 1 to learn how to cultivate their ideas and tackle obstacles they are facing in their professional careers.
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REHEAL
Discovery: REHEAL Glove Advances at UTA; UTD Studies Why Women Get More Migraines
by | Apr 12, 2019
You’ll also discover more about how a UT Southwestern researcher’s insights into alternative medicines and practices adopted by cancer patients and how Kanarys is partnering with UT Austin to research workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion in this roundup of research and development activity in North Texas.
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International Women’s Day: Meet 12 Women Who Are Shaping Innovation in Dallas
by | Mar 8, 2019
From a startup founder assisting women with low sexual desire, to a cohort of business owners who have teamed up for success, to brilliant minds shaping healthcare—meet some of Dallas' female entrepreneurs.
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TWU Begins Work on New $54M Science & Technology Center
by | Feb 25, 2019
The four-story, 80,000-square-foot facility will be home to graduate and undergraduate research laboratory space for biology, chemistry and biochemistry, nutrition and food science and psychology programs.
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Discovery: Intense Exercise by Men No Risk, UTSW Says; UTD Initiatives Seek Funding Boost

by | Feb 1, 2019
Also, you'll read about how UT Arlington researchers are using a $1.6 million grant to find a way to repair a painful condition affecting many women in this roundup of activity about research and development in North Texas.
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‘Built by Women, For Everyone’: Coworking Network The Riveter Coming to Dallas Mid-2019
by | Jan 30, 2019
Following a $15M Series A funding round in December, The Riveter has announced plans for a national expansion in communities where there's "a huge demand from female entrepreneurs starting companies large and small."
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Women’s Foodservice Forum to Honor 3 ‘Industry Titans’ With North Texas Ties
by | Dec 17, 2018
Joseph DePinto, Wyman Roberts, and Greg Creed are among 35 foodservice industry leaders who will be recognized by the Dallas-based WFF.
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Migraine
R&D: UTD Seeks Answers to Migraine Questions, UTA Gets Grant to Study Area’s Water Resources
by | Dec 13, 2018
Also, you'll learn about how Dallas-based scientists' genome sequencing work could lead to improvements in sugarcane crops in this roundup of research activity in North Texas.
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DevelopHer: Checking in at the One-Year Anniversary

by | Oct 19, 2018
Lauren Hasson launched DevelopHer after realizing she was paid less than her male counterparts. One year later, the platform continues its upward trajectory on a mission to empower women in tech.
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Brazen
Brazen Opens Branch for
Female Entrepreneurs in DFW
by | Apr 24, 2018
The organization is aimed at reaching out to female business owners and tapping into the potential of “growth-seeking” women.
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On Tap: Art in the Dark, Trade Vs. Tech & Social Innovation Luncheon
Browse our curated selection of events to plan your next week — and beyond.
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Vignette Art Fair Seeking Female Artists For 2nd Event
by | Jan 22, 2018
The Fair Park event seeks to promote Texas female artists by showcasing their paintings, sculptures, videos, and performance art.
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Gretchen Carlson Launches Women’s Initiative in Dallas

by | Nov 8, 2017
The Gretchen Carlson Leadership Initiative will focus on empowering women who have experienced gender-based discrimination, harassment, or violence.
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Dallas Dancers Create New Roles for Women
by | Jul 27, 2017
The Bombshell Dance Project will showcase its work in its first performance at the Sammons Center for the Arts beginning in October.
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7-11 Women's Franchise
DeSoto Woman Wins 7-Eleven Store in Franchise Contest
by | Jul 18, 2017
In a effort to cultivate a larger group of female franchisee owners, 7-Eleven created the “Women’s Franchise Initiative” competition.
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