Category Archives: Healthcare

CPRIT launches the Texas Cancer Plan

By Sarah Carabias-Rush, Managing Director, Economic Development Today the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas announced the launch of the new Texas Cancer Plan. The Plan identifies the challenges and issues that affect our state and presents a comprehensive … Continue reading

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New Children’s Medical Center Research Institute Established with UT Southwestern

By Fred Guerra, Director, Public Policy & Education Dallas Regional Chamber member Children’s Medical Center-Dallas and UT Southwestern Medical Center announced the establishment of a unique $150 million venture that will bring together the finest scientists to pursue research with … Continue reading

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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The DRC Celebrates another Successful State of Technology Luncheon & Innovation Showcase

Posted by: Erica Flores, Industry Clusters & Economic Development On Friday, December 2nd, the Dallas Regional Chamber and the Innovation & Technology Council hosted its 11th Annual State of Technology Luncheon & Innovation Showcase at the Irving Convention Center, featuring … Continue reading

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Guest Blog: Charity Logan, DRC Intern

Posted By: Charity Logan, Industry Clusters Fall 2011 Intern Berkner High School Senior, Richardson ISD Hi, my name is Charity and I am a senior at Berkner High School in the Richardson ISD. This semester I was given the privilege … Continue reading

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Calling All Member CIO’s and CTO’s: We Want You!

Erica Flores, Industry Clusters & Economic Development On December 2nd, Ford Research & Innovation’s  Chief Technical Officer and VP, Paul Mascarenas will host a private members-only CIO Roundtable to discuss how Ford keeps pace with consumer technology as well as … Continue reading

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