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CBS News: How WashU Is Changing the Game for Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Patients
The groundbreaking neuroscience research happening at executive-level GSL investor Washington University — where some of the world’s first clinical trials in Alzheimer’s prevention are taking place — is attracting national attention. CBS News spent time in St. Louis talking to Dr. Randall Bateman, the neurologist leading these international trials, about the success he’s seeing in treating mild Alzheimer’s with medication.
“Now we have a chance to change the course of the disease in a way we’ve never been able to do before,” Bateman said.
The Bottom Line: The prevention, treatment, and cure for a major disease that affects people around the globe will likely be found in our own backyard. While Bateman’s clinical trial specifically targets early-onset patients, it has far-reaching implications for everyone affected by the disease.
World class research and medicine is happening here. When we prioritize, fund, and support it, we not only contribute to medical innovation that benefits us individually and collectively, we contribute to St. Louis’ robust innovation ecosystem — and our regional economic growth.
Demand for lab space is surging, and Cortex — a GSL Investor Council member — plans to accommodate. Its latest project, the WashU-led redevelopment of the Goodwill Building, will expand its offerings, but the innovation district has other development in the works too. “We have to stay ahead of [growth],” said Cortex President and CEO Sam Fiorello. >> St. Louis Business Journal
Leadership Changes at Schnucks
Schnuck Markets, an executive-level GSL investor, has named Ted Schnuck as Chief Operating Officer and David Bell as President of the company’s new parent organization, 1939 Group, Inc. “I am deeply honored to step into this role, carrying forward our family’s legacy while forging the path for the next generation,” said Schnuck. >> FOX 2 Now
Selling St. Louis at Insight Missouri
This week, the Missouri Economic Development Council’s Insight Missouri is taking place in St. Louis. Greater St. Louis, Inc. is a proud sponsor of the event, which connects Missouri economic development professionals to national site selectors, the professionals who help companies decide where to expand and develop. >> MEDC
Forbes: “Dismiss St. Louis at Your Own Peril”
Forbes has realized what we already know: St. Louis is a world-class arts destination. A recent article focuses on the Anselm Kiefer exhibit at the St. Louis Art Museum — a world-class exhibit in its own right, created by the artist for the space — but enumerates the region’s vibrant, varied, and impressive arts collections and opportunities. Powell Hall is fully renovated and “looks even better than it did when first opened in 1925.” Art is everywhere, from the Cathedral Basilica to Laumeier Sculpture Park. And did we mention? It’s free.
The Bottom Line: There are so many things that make the St. Louis region both a destination and a world-class region. Articles like this one remind us: we should be proud of who we are and what we offer.
Starting this weekend, you’ll begin seeing reminders to support the region’s small businesses this holiday season. STLMade’s Love Local campaign encourages all of us to invest our dollars locally, because we know that nearly 70 cents of every dollar spent with our local small businesses stays in the community. When we support them, we help the whole region grow and thrive.
The Bottom Line: We need your help. To reach people across the 15-county St. Louis region, the Love Local campaign will include media placements, paid ads, and other steps to encourage people to support local businesses. There is a toolkit available that includes social media content and graphics, posters and stickers, and other downloadable assets for local chambers of commerce, businesses, and anyone who wants to support local businesses to use at no cost.
Please use these assets, encourage others to shop local, and help us work together to grow the region’s economy.
Mona Jawad and Ayesha Kazi founded ASL Aspire to bring a game-based approach to teaching American Sign Language for STEM concepts through interactive lessons.
