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The District's 2024 Highlights

There were several accomplishments in 2024 we haven't had a chance to share yet.  Thank you to our anchor institutions and partners that made this possible.

  • 1st major grant - $13.9M NOAA
  • 1st District Master Plan
  • 2nd District Impact Report published
  • 3rd year of the Maritime and Defense Technology Hub
  • 6th State of Science and Innovation (36 innovators total)
  • 13 X-changes on innovative technology (including AI, future air mobility)
  • 15th Science Festival (12K attendees at the 2024 Festival)
  • 30+ new partners in the Ocean Team
  • 115+ students introduced to STEAM careers

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July 28, 2025

Our summer youth tours are in full swing, and the learning hasn’t stopped. So far, we’ve hosted students ranging from elementary school to college age, with over 60 individuals touring the Innovation District. They’ve explored the world of phytoplankton with scientists from FWC and learned the basics of flight from the team at St. Pete Air.

image credit: St. Pete Innovation District
July 22, 2025
July 28, 2025

Our next Tech X-Change will feature Dr. Ahmed introducing Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or TMS, a FDA-cleared treatment that uses electromagnetic pulses to stimulate neurons in specific parts of the brain found to be under-active due to depression. TMS is a breakthrough technology that has helped thousands of individuals treat, and even overcome their depression when traditional treatments like medication and talk therapy have not provided enough relief.

image credit: St. Pete Innovation District
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July 28, 2025

We’re developing a Tampa Bay Ocean Strategy and your input is a vital part of this process. Your feedback helps guide the course ahead, making sure this strategy reflects the needs and strengths of our coastal community.