Omaha World Herald: University of Nebraska Medical Center unveils name for development west of Saddle Creek

October 11, 2024

University of Nebraska Medical Center unveils name for development west of Saddle Creek

UNMC has officially named its 30-acre innovation district west of Saddle Creek Road the “EDGE District,” symbolizing its mission to Explore, Develop, Grow, and Engage. Announced during an October 2024 press event, the EDGE District will serve as a transformative extension of UNMC’s campus — blending cutting-edge research, startup incubation, and community-focused amenities. Anchored by the Catalyst building and the under-construction CORE facility, the district will feature biotech spaces, food and beverage options, and Nebraska’s first Bio Nebraska office. With strong public-private partnerships and support from leaders like U.S. Rep. Don Bacon, who helped secure funding for a pedestrian bridge connecting the district to the main campus, EDGE is poised to drive economic growth, retain local talent, and elevate Nebraska’s bioscience footprint on a national scale.


UNMC unveils name for Omaha development west of Saddle Creek

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