The Digital Delta
Coalition Lead Applicant: University of Memphis
Region (applicant-defined): 7 counties in the Memphis Region spanning Tennessee, Arkansas and Mississippi
Cluster Sector(s): Information Technology
Coalition Overarching Narrative (applicant submitted) (PDF)
Project Description:
The coalition, led by the University of Memphis, is focused on transforming the Metro Memphis economy and position the Memphis region as an applied technology cluster. If provided an implementation grant, the coalition proposes to build on its core industries that define its regional economy by developing physical infrastructure and human capital to support technology applications that accelerate innovation. The Digital Delta test bed, a 100-acre future-ready infrastructure development in Memphis, would create sustainable training and workforce solutions, and foster a research and development community.