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
Filed under Chamber Communications, Healthcare
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
Filed under Healthcare
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
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
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
Filed under Business Information and Research, Dallas, DFW, Economic Development, Healthcare, Industry Clusters, Innovation and Industry Clusters, International Business, Life Science Connection, Member Engagement, Membership, Small Business Friendly Programming, Strategic Plan, Technology Business, Workforce
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
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
