Ellen Roberds, creative placemaker
For native Memphian Ellen Roberds, creative placemaking begins at home and online through the crowd-resourcing platform ioby.
Medical District
Situated between Midtown and Downtown, the Medical District was developed as a central location to serve the healthcare needs of the Mid-South. It employs 30,000 people and educates another 7,800 students each day across its numerous colleges and universities. Recently, the Memphis Medical District Collaborative began work in the area to improve safety, amenities, and infrastructure, including crosswalk updates and a newly installed dog park at Madison Ave. and North Orleans. Through these efforts, the MMDC hopes to inspire more people to live the neighborhood, which rationally been seen only as an economic and employment hub.
First innovation district taking shape in Memphis
With direction from the Urban Land Institute, Memphis is endeavoring to create an innovation district amidst the city’s medical campuses. As envisioned, the result of the redevelopment will be an urban environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship.
UT appoints stroke expert to lead efforts to address high stroke mortality rates
Newly hired Dr. Andrei Alexandrov brings a wealth of expertise in stroke treatment and prevention to UTHSC's Department of Neurology. With Tennessee marked as part of the 'Stroke Belt,' Dr. Alexandrov hopes to bring the region's stoke mortality rates down through quick response and enhanced treatment.
Welcome to High Ground
Welcome to the first issue of High Ground, a new online magazine that covers what's next for Memphis. Each week, we'll bring you news about the latest developments, from our growing tech scene to the hottest urban neighborhoods.
