October 13, 2025
Robin T. Higashi, Ph.D. | An Update from one of the 2022 Early-Stage Research Grant Recipients
Robin Higashi Ph.D., gives an update on her work since receiving The Cary Council’s Early-Stage Research Grant in 2022.
Perspectives
Southwestern Medical Foundation is dedicated to engaging the public in important conversations about progress in medicine. Perspectives is a medical blog featuring inspiring stories of research, philanthropy, medicine, and more.
Filter by category
October 13, 2025
Prasanna Alluri, M.D., Ph.D. | An Update from one of the 2018 Early-Stage Research Grant Recipients
Prasanna Alluri, M.D., Ph.D., gives an update on his work since receiving The Cary Council’s Early-Stage Research Grant in 2018.
October 13, 2025
Meeting the Moment for North Texas
Michael McMahan, president and CEO of Southwestern Medical Foundation, introduces the 2025 issue of Perspectives Magazine.
October 13, 2025
Legacies of Purpose Driving Tomorrow’s Progress
Jere Thompson, Jr., shares his vision for the future of North Texas and how our foundation and community will play a pivotal role.
October 13, 2025
Investing in the Future of North Texas
As a proud partner of UT Southwestern, the Foundation is honored to support its key initiatives, such as Moody Children’s Hospital, its Fort Worth Expansion, and the Center for Cellular Therapies and Cancer Immunology.
October 13, 2025
Giving That Grows: A Conversation with Dr. Kern Wildenthal
Dr. Kern Wildenthal sits down for a look back at his 40-year career at UT Southwestern and the power of planned giving.
October 13, 2025
Honoring Beth Kahn: A Decade of Impact, A Future of Hope
Beth Kahn was the inspiration behind The Cary Council, a philanthropic group of young leaders dedicated to advancing medical research.
October 13, 2025
In Memoriam: Nancy McMillan Dedman, a Cherished Supporter of UT Southwestern
Remembering the life of community leader and philanthropist, Nancy McMillan Dedman.
October 9, 2025
What’s Up, Doc? Getting to Know The Cary Council’s 2025 DocStars
The Cary Council’s 2025 DocStars sit down for a Q&A at What’s Up, Doc? – a meet and greet for this year’s early-stage grant recipients.
October 7, 2025
Strengthening the Future of Cancer Care and Discovery through a Planned Gift from Debra and Frank Merlino
Helping others has always defined Debra and Frank Merlino. Now, that legacy will live on forever with an estate gift to Southwestern Medical Foundation, benefiting the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center at UT Southwestern.
October 3, 2025
UT Southwestern and Children’s Health℠ Receive $25 Million from the Harry W. Bass, Jr. Foundation for New Pediatric Campus
UT Southwestern Medical Center and Children’s Health announced a $25 million gift from the Harry W. Bass, Jr. Foundation, directed through Southwestern Medical Foundation.
September 26, 2025
Meet The Cary Council’s 2025 Early-Stage Research Grant Recipients
2025 DocStars: Meet the scientists awarded The Cary Council’s early-stage research grants for their promising work at UT Southwestern.