Category Archives: Economic Development
Five Questions with CIO Magazine Editor in Chief, Maryfran Johnson
Posted By: Erica Flores, Industry Clusters and Economic Development Maryfran Johnson was named Editor in Chief of CIO magazine and events in January 2009. A longtime journalist and editor, she brings more than 20 years of experience covering IT leadership, … Continue reading
News Release: Startup Texas expands with the launch of Startup DFW
The Startup America region of North Texas will create a collaborative ecosystem to empower entrepreneurs and spur innovation. Dallas/Fort Worth area entrepreneurs and the Dallas Regional Chamber announced the launch of Startup DFW, a regional initiative of the Startup Texas chapter … Continue reading
Texas Entrepreneur’s Network Releases 2011 Startup Capital Report
By Jeremy Vickers, Director, Innovation Thanks to our friends at TXEN, we got our hands on this outstanding report today. We’ve attached a link for your review, but in case you don’t have time we’ll summarize the highlights. First, North … Continue reading
Introduction to Intellectual Property – Part 2: Copyrights, Trademarks, and Trade Secrets, Oh My!
By Jeremy Vickers, Director of Innovation The second part of our Introduction to Intellectual Property Series continues the dialogue on types of IP. Many of you may be familiar with patents as a foundation tool for technology companies but may … Continue reading
Health Care 2012: Chamber’s direction to support growth and innovation of the industry
By Anakarina Pina, Manager, Industry Clusters We’ve seen in the press and social media the dynamic growth of “consumer health”. While entrepreneurs and researchers are focusing on creating the “next big thing” that will make us rethink health care delivery and how … Continue reading
Filed under Economic Development, Healthcare, Industry Clusters
Introduction to Intellectual Property – Part 1: Patent Basics
By Jeremy Vickers, Director of Innovation In preparation for our upcoming Patent Issue Forum we wanted to present a three part series that introduces Intellectual Property basics. Part one in this series covers the basics of patents. Please remember that … Continue reading
New Life Science Fund: Remeditex Ventures
By Dr. Dennis Stone, Chief Scientific Officer, Remeditex Ventures In July, 2011, Remeditex Ventures was conceived and funded by Lyda Hill to foster a biotechnology industry in Texas, advance promising research-stage technologies to commercialization, and ultimately, bring cutting-edge therapies to … Continue reading
Filed under Healthcare, Industry Clusters, Life Science Connection
Interview with Dave Stiles our LSC Entrepreneur Star
About Dave Stiles Dave Stiles is a veteran of nearly 30 years in the Medical Device Industry. After graduating from San Diego State University with a degree in Marketing, Dave pursued a sales and marketing career with leading medical device … Continue reading
Guest Blog: Commissioner Lakey’s take on the Texas Cancer Registry
By David L. Lakey, M.D. Commissioner, Texas Department of State Health Services The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is responsible for the provision and oversight of public health and behavioral health services in Texas. DSHS utilizes whole-population strategies to … Continue reading
Westar Guest Blog: Funding Opportunities in the Cancer Space
Funding Opportunities The following is a sampling of the diverse funding opportunities available for cancer research arranged by organization: Department of Defense www.grants.gov Small Grants Program for Cancer Epidemiology n Funding Opportunity Announcement Number PAR-12-039 This funding opportunity announcement (FOA), … Continue reading
