cspwal Posted January 30, 2017 Share Posted January 30, 2017 Someone asked if that was the whole medical center. I had to tell them that is just a future expansion. It would be cool if they had it in with the entire medical center - if you're not from here or don't go there much it's hard to grasp how big it is. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luminare Posted January 30, 2017 Share Posted January 30, 2017 43 minutes ago, cspwal said: Someone asked if that was the whole medical center. I had to tell them that is just a future expansion. It would be cool if they had it in with the entire medical center - if you're not from here or don't go there much it's hard to grasp how big it is. I always have a hard time telling people just how big it really is. Even when I tell some of my classmates here they just don't grasp it, but then again its hard to really describe the scale of Houston. Guess it makes sense. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triton Posted January 30, 2017 Share Posted January 30, 2017 On 1/28/2017 at 2:59 PM, corbs315 said: Model on display at Super Bowl LIve: Yea that was pretty cool. It was THE centerpiece of the TMC tent. Wasn't expecting that. TVs above the model displaying all there is to see of this project. Apparently you could put on VR headsets and actually take a tour of the project but there were a lot of people waiting to put those on. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieEric Posted March 8, 2017 Share Posted March 8, 2017 Welp, I hope this doesn't screw things up http://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/Texas-Medical-Center-CEO-tapped-for-University-of-10984934.php 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luminare Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 On 3/8/2017 at 5:55 AM, OkieEric said: Welp, I hope this doesn't screw things up http://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/Texas-Medical-Center-CEO-tapped-for-University-of-10984934.php I actually think this might be a hint from the powers at be that they were ready to get to the next phase of this project and asked the current CEO to look to his next stop in his career. It would seem that this was a play to put in a new CEO who could push forward this vision. The current (now defunct) CEO was instrumental in pushing this vision forward, but like any project sometimes a change in management to someone who is more savvy in a different capacity will work better for a project. Robbins was perfect for creating the vision. Now they need someone who is great at pushing projects forward and built. They have done enough planning and now its time to get the project started. Get investors and financing, etc... 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post AREJAY Posted April 19, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted April 19, 2017 https://www.dotmed.com/news/story/36665 Quote "Bill McKeon is a seasoned executive who has served as a central figure in rapidly transforming the Texas Medical Center over the last few years," said O. Holcombe Crosswell, Chairman of the Board of Directors. "He has been the architect and lead in executing the initial stages of our strategic plan, including the TMC Innovation Institute and the TMC3 translational research campus that will transform this medical city into a leading destination for life sciences."Rice University has worked closely and very successfully with Bill McKeon on a wide range of projects over the years in addition to the exciting vision of TMC3," said David W. Leebron, President of Rice University. "We are delighted that the TMC will continue to benefit from his talent as its new President, and we look forward to being a participant in the ambitious projects that lie ahead." "Bill was instrumental in developing the vision for the TMC3 and TMCx and working with the institutional leaders in the Texas Medical Center on the strategic plan," said Paul Klotman, M.D., President, CEO and Executive Dean of Baylor College of Medicine. "Selecting Bill for this important position is a terrific decision and will assure that we keep our momentum going to accomplish the vision we collectively created." 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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monarch Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 ^^^ uber stunning... uber amazing... uber-ambitious... uber expensive..... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston? Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 When will this be built? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montrose1100 Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 That’s a nice looking pool. Shamrock revival. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobruss Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Where does this stand as far as getting out of the ground. Would be built in stages. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Urbannizer Posted November 7, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted November 7, 2017 https://www.bizjournals.com/houston/news/2017/11/07/texas-a-m-board-oks-joining-tmc3.html 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_cuevas713 Posted November 7, 2017 Share Posted November 7, 2017 WOW! Huge news! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted November 10, 2017 Share Posted November 10, 2017 UT Board of Regents Presentation on TMC3 http://videoportal.utsystem.edu/Mediasite/Play/a1c6287fb60b4b82baf9eaac781b354a1d 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieEric Posted November 10, 2017 Share Posted November 10, 2017 10 hours ago, Urbannizer said: UT Board of Regents Presentation on TMC3 http://videoportal.utsystem.edu/Mediasite/Play/a1c6287fb60b4b82baf9eaac781b354a1d Wow, that was great and very informative. By far the most information that's been made public. Pretty cool that apparently even Apple has some level of interest... The big take away for me is that this all (obviously) hinges on UT's approval, which could hopefully come as early as November 27th I'm not sure how you watch that video and not approve TMC3, but the regents had some good, legitimate questions 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monarch Posted November 10, 2017 Share Posted November 10, 2017 ^^^ i'm lovin this TMC3 project...... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinsanity02 Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 The video is a bit long. Could someone summarize it? Would appreciate it. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston19514 Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 The biggest news item in the video was that they plan to start construction of the double helix structure in 2018! 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CREguy13 Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Pending UT approval, of course. Really hoping the vote goes through at their next Board of Regents Meeting. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Timoric Posted November 27, 2017 Share Posted November 27, 2017 (edited) - Edited July 12, 2019 by Timoric 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CREguy13 Posted November 27, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted November 27, 2017 The TMC3 motion had unanimous approval for UT Health and MD Anderson to move forward on the Project. 21 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avossos Posted November 27, 2017 Share Posted November 27, 2017 4 minutes ago, CREguy13 said: The TMC3 motion had unanimous approval for UT Health and MD Anderson to move forward on the Project. HOORAY! Maybe UH and Rice could come in for a second phase to make it 6 institutions one day? 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieEric Posted November 27, 2017 Share Posted November 27, 2017 6 minutes ago, CREguy13 said: The TMC3 motion had unanimous approval for UT Health and MD Anderson to move forward on the Project. I guess I wasn't the only one listening (or trying to) listen in. I had to listen to the motion a second time to ensure I understood it, with so many caveats listed. Pretty exciting news, regardless 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CREguy13 Posted November 27, 2017 Share Posted November 27, 2017 3 minutes ago, OkieEric said: I guess I wasn't the only one listening (or trying to) listen in. I had to listen to the motion a second time to ensure I understood it, with so many caveats listed. Pretty exciting news, regardless Agreed! With all of the conditions I had to go through it again as well, so you were not alone.. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monarch Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 ^^^ so very proud..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUCAJUN Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Will this facility ,from an architecture standpoint, be considered iconic? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houstontexasjack Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 4 hours ago, HOUCAJUN said: Will this facility ,from an architecture standpoint, be considered iconic? If the design becomes associated with the Medical Center at large, or even with collaboration between these institutions, then yes. Presently, I only think of the O'Quinn Medical Tower as being iconic for the TMC. I note that, in my view, the word "iconic" is overused these days to mean pretty much every thing that used to be "nice," or "excellent," or a number of other adjectives. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-Town Man Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 4 hours ago, HOUCAJUN said: Will this facility ,from an architecture standpoint, be considered iconic? If built as rendered, without being alessandrized. I am not sure who is paying for it. And did the UT thing come with any financial commitment? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieEric Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 I don't know if they post minutes of the meetings, but here is a paraphrased version of the motion: "I move that the UT System Board of Regents authorize the Chancellor to work actively to assure UT system participation.....upon satisfaction of the following actions: a.) Philanthropy is achievable b.) In recognition of current financial challenges, condition participation on some "other entity" covering the cost of the helix, actively seek financial support from city of Houston and state of Texas c.) Assure UT institutions are protected from potential situation of paying for non-usable space d.) Seek legal opinion from AG if any questions remain...blah blah e.) Secure commitment with selection of an experienced 3rd party for managing real estate development f.) Document additional reviews and approvals as required for the planned construction of the new individual research buildings. Board approval to be required to include costs in capital improvement plan...." In particular, b.) doesn't sound like much of a commitment. After listening yet again I'm not quite sure what to make of it... 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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