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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Texas Newsletter for Saturday March 29, 2025 ( 16 items )  

ABS Wavesight(tm) Strengthens Maritime Collaboration with Vision and Value Summit in Singapore
HOUSTON, Texas, March 28 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Bureau of Shipping posted the following news release: * * * ABS Wavesight(tm) Strengthens Maritime Collaboration with Vision and Value Summit in Singapore (SINGAPORE) ABS Wavesight(tm), the ABS-affiliated Software-as-a-Service company, proudly hosted its Vision and Value Summit in Singapore. The event brought together users of ABS Wavesight software products, industry stakeholders, and regional experts for a dynamic day of co  more

Baylor College of Medicine: Fatty Acids Promote Immune Suppression and Therapy Resistance in Triple Negative Breast Cancer
HOUSTON, Texas, March 29 -- The Baylor College of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Fatty acids promote immune suppression and therapy resistance in triple negative breast cancer A new study published in the journal Immunity reveals a mechanism that allows triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) to develop resistance to therapy. Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine showed that lipid accumulation in tumor cells and nearby immune cells promotes immune suppression, but disrupting lipid  more

Baylor College of Medicine: New Study Provides Comprehensive Insights Into Rare Triglyceride Disorder
HOUSTON, Texas, March 29 -- The Baylor College of Medicine issued the following news: * * * New Study Provides Comprehensive Insights into Rare Triglyceride Disorder Triglycerides are a vital source of energy, but when levels become dangerously high, they can lead to serious health complications, including pancreatitis. One such condition, chylomicronemia, is a rare but severe disorder in which triglyceride levels exceed 1,000 mg/dL, increasing the risk of life-threatening complications. A g  more

Baylor College of Medicine: Transforming the Recognition and Management of Persistent Chylomicronemia
HOUSTON, Texas, March 29 -- The Baylor College of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Transforming the recognition and management of persistent chylomicronemia A new framework for the categorization and management of chylomicronemia - an extreme form of hypertriglyceridemia defined as triglyceride (TG) greater than or equal to 1000 mg/dL) is being recommended by experts from the National Lipid Association (NLA) and the American Society for Preventive Cardiology (ASPC), including experts  more

Construction Employment Increases In 31 States And D.C. From February 2024 To Last Month; 27 States And D.C. Add Jobs Between January And February
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 28 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Employment Increases In 31 States And D.C. From February 2024 To Last Month; 27 States And D.C. Add Jobs Between January And February Fri, 03/28/2025 - 12:18 Texas and New Mexico Have Highest Number and Percent of 12-Month Gains, While California and Montana Lag; Ohio and West Virginia Top Lists of Monthly Gains; Washington Has the Worst L  more

Hardin-Simmons University: Research That Impacts - Exploring Artificial Intelligence, Strength in Grunting, the Human Side of Mentorship, and Strength Assessment in Home Health
ABILENE, Texas, March 29 -- Hardin-Simmons University issued the following news: * * * Research that Impacts: Exploring Artificial Intelligence, Strength in Grunting, the Human Side of Mentorship, and Strength Assessment in Home Health Part One: The Doctor of Physical Therapy 29th Annual Scientific Inquiry Event At Hardin-Simmons University, the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is a dynamic, hands-on degree program that extends beyond textbooks and lectures, shaping the future of hea  more

NM Produced Water Research Consortium at NMSU Honored for Water Research
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, March 29 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NM Produced Water Research Consortium at NMSU honored for water research For its pioneering advancements and contributions to the reuse of water in the energy industry, the New Mexico Produced Water Research Consortium was honored with the inaugural Pioneering Advancements Award at the Permian Basin Water in Energy Conference hosted by the University of Texas Permian Basin in Midland, Texa  more

OSU, UNI and UVU Take Home Big 12 Wrestling Yearly Awards
IRVING, Texas, March 29 -- The Big 12 Conference, a college athletic conference, issued the following news: * * * OSU, UNI and UVU Take Home Big 12 Wrestling Yearly Awards Following historic seasons for their respective programs, NCAA heavyweight champion Wyatt Hendrickson from Oklahoma State, Utah Valley standout Terrell Barraclough and Northern Iowa head coach Doug Schwab headline the Big 12 wrestling award winners. Big 12 Wrestler of the Year - Oklahoma State's Wyatt Hendrickson Hendrick  more

Rice physicists use quantum entanglement to crack mystery of strange metals
HOUSTON, Texas, March 28 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice physicists use quantum entanglement to crack mystery of strange metals Scientists have long sought to unravel the mysteries of strange metals -- materials that defy conventional rules of electricity and magnetism. Now, a team of physicists at Rice University has made a breakthrough in this area using a tool from quantum information science. Their study, published recently in Nature Communications, reveal  more

Skills & Drills, Charles Watkins, New Hampshire, WR Releases
WACO, Texas, March 29 -- The American Football Coaches Association issued the following news: * * * Skills & Drills | Charles Watkins, New Hampshire | WR Releases Charles Watkins, the Wide Receivers Coach at the University of New Hampshire, wrapped up his second season with the program in 2024. With coaching experience at Rutgers University and Southeastern Oklahoma State, as well as playing experience at Wagner College and Duke University. Wide Receiver Releases: The Ultimate Toolbelt A wi  more

Smart HVAC Systems to Revolutionise Building Efficiency, Cybersecurity, and Customer Experience
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, March 28 [Category: BizConsulting] -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release: * * * Smart HVAC Systems to Revolutionise Building Efficiency, Cybersecurity, and Customer Experience Smart HVAC: The Backbone of Future-Ready, Secure, and Sustainable Buildings LONDON, 28th March 2025 - The global HVAC industry is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by t  more

Top-seeded TCU and No. 2-seeded Oklahoma State Advance to Big 12 Equestrian Championship
BURLESON, Texas, March 29 -- The Big 12 Conference, a college athletic conference, issued the following news: * * * Top-seeded TCU and No. 2-seeded Oklahoma State Advance to Big 12 Equestrian Championship Top-seeded TCU and No. 2-seed Oklahoma State advanced to Saturday's 2025 Big 12 Equestrian Championship final with wins in the semifinal round at Bear Creek Farms. The Horned Frogs defeated No. 4-seeded Fresno State 15-4 while the Cowgirls took down No. 3 seed Baylor, 11-9. The championship  more

Trade Groups Welcome Federal Regulators' Decision to Rescind 2023 CRA Final Rule
WASHINGTON, March 28 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankers Association posted the following news release: * * * Trade Groups Welcome Federal Regulators' Decision to Rescind 2023 CRA Final Rule WASHINGTON -- The American Bankers Association, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Independent Community Bankers of America, Texas Bankers Association, Independent Bankers Association of Texas, Amarillo Chamber of Commerce and Longview Chamber of Commerce issued the following statement aft  more

University of Texas-Arlington: Emotion-Driven Borrowing is Deepening Personal Debt
ARLINGTON, Texas, March 29 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * Emotion-driven borrowing is deepening personal debt UTA study reveals how impulsive loans lead to defaults and long-term financial consequences Given the ease of securing loans in today's digital world, it's perhaps not surprising that new research from The University of Texas at Arlington shows more people are borrowing than ever--particularly during emotionally vulnerable times.   more

UT-MD Anderson Cancer Center: Surgery May Not Be Necessary to Treat Invasive Breast Cancer
HOUSTON, Texas, March 29 -- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center issued the following news release: * * * Surgery may not be necessary to treat invasive breast cancer Omitting breast surgery after treatment resulted in patients remaining cancer free after five years Surgery may not be the best next course of treatment for patients with early-stage breast cancer who had a complete response to neoadjuvant (pre-surgical) chemotherapy and standard radiation treatment, according to   more

UTMB Research Uncovers How Drug Candidate Stops Dengue Infection
GALVESTON, Texas, March 29 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release: * * * UTMB research uncovers how drug candidate stops dengue infection New research out of the University of Texas Medical Branch reveals findings that drug candidate NITD-688 utilized a unique way to stop dengue, a potentially life-threatening infection spread by mosquitos. Dengue, caused by the dengue virus, presents a significant public health challenge with limited effective treatments  more