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Riley Grace meets with speech pathologist John Sandidge to help craft a voice that is in line with her gender identity. They work on pitch, resonance, inflection and more. (Cole Bradley)

Memphis Speech and Hearing Center helps transgender Memphians find their voice

At the University of Memphis’ South Campus, transgender clients work with speech pathologists to navigate the nuances of sound and craft a signature sound that reflects their true self.   

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The Exercise Coach program calls for two twenty-minute workouts per week. Each machine that a customer uses has a computer that tracks each session. The sessions are led by a personal trainer. (Submitted)
Tech-first gym promises a “smarter” workout

A new gym in Germantown keeps its clientele base small and personal. The gym only sees two to three clients at a time, and their workouts are tuned in to a personalized software program.

During the 2019 GiveCamp Memphis event, IT and marketing professionals dedicate a full weekend to building websites, creating logos, branding and more—all for free. (Drew Fleming)
Memphis technology and marketing professionals donate their skills to area nonprofits

GiveCamp Memphis helps nonprofits focus on their mission and impact. Every year IT and marketing professionals dedicate a full weekend to building websites, creating logos, branding and more — all for free.

Video: University of Memphis research park incubates startups, employs students

The University of Memphis Research Foundation park, opened in January 2019, brings the university's top-notch facilities to the greater community. Housed at the former Highland branch of the Cossitt Library, the 25,000-square-foot space prioritizes technology and entrepreneurship. It is also creating job opportunities for students. 

Sheahan Water Pumping Station located near University of Memphis main campus was built in the 1930s and still shows signs of the 1950s Cold War. (Ziggy Mack)
In photos: See inside the water pumping plant that’s kept Memphis hydrated since the 1930s

The Sheahan Pumping Station was built in 1932 and helps keep Memphis' artesian water pristine. Take a rare photographic tour inside its uniquely beautiful and critical important building. 

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4th annual TEDx Memphis conference lineup features unlikely paths to success

Memphis' bicentennial inspired the 2019 theme of "Ideas for the Next Century." The conference, held this year at the Crosstown Arts Theater, will feature 18 speakers. 

Dr. Isaac Rodriguez, chief science officer and co-founder of SweetBio and Kayla Rodriguez-Graff, co-founder and SweetBio CEO.
Home, sweet home: SweetBio and others are first tenants of CommuniTech Research Park

CommuniTech Research Park opens its doors as a new home for innovative technology companies like SweetBio, a medical device startup developing medical applications in wound care for honey.

Michigan food hubs make hospital food and the local food economy healthier

In Battle Creek and Kalamazoo, food hubs are getting locally-grown foods into the cafeterias and onto the trays of Bronson Hospital. At the same time, they’re supporting local farming economies and healthy communities.

Dr. Phil Baker, founder of Good Shepherd Pharmacy, poses for a photo at the nonprofit pharmacy. (submitted)
Good Shepherd Pharmacy uses new technology to facilitate medication sharing across the U.S.

One month of oral chemotherapy can cost $40,000. Nonprofit Good Shepherd Pharmacy is partnering with University of Memphis, QSource, and Nashville's Lipscomb University to leverage new technology to help individuals safely share unused medication. 

The Redbird FMX simulator at CTI Professional Flight Training helps students become familiar with the controls and develop their flying skills before taking to the air. (Submitted)
Facing pilot shortage, University of Memphis offers aviation degree through Millington flight school

With a growing demand for commercial pilots, the University of Memphis is partnering with CTI Professional Flight Training in Millington to offer a Bachelor of Science in Commercial Aviation — with the blessing of FedEx.

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