- Tulane University is spearheading a $500 million effort to convert New Orleans' historic Charity Hospital into a biomedical research hub.
- The million-square-foot art deco landmark has sat vacant since 2005 after Hurricane Katrina flooded the city and forced its closure.
- Construction is scheduled to begin this fall, with plans to open the new facility in 2029 featuring research labs, classrooms, and space for startups.
- Historically serving as a vital safety-net facility for vulnerable residents, the project aims to foster medical advancements across the Gulf South.
- Local leaders have welcomed the redevelopment as a major step forward in breathing new life into a storm-damaged property.
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