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Old Orchard Redevelopment

The Skokie Village Board advanced plans for the two-phase redevelopment of Westfield Old Orchard shopping center.  Plans will bring residential use to the property and enhance retail, dining, shopping and entertainment experiences:

Phase 1 would demolish the former Bloomingdale’s space at the northwest portion of the mall and construct a five-story and a seven-story mixed-use building with more than 400 residential apartments, 16,000 square feet of restaurant and retail space, and a new public common area and event space.

Phase 2 would include demolition of the existing retail space at the north end of the shopping center and construction of a 7-story mixed-use building that will contain retail and restaurant uses, 250 residential units, residential amenity space, and a parking garage; along with an 8-story mixed-use building that will contain retail and restaurant uses and a 200-key hotel or up to 125 residential units.

“Westfield Old Orchard already provides an exceptional experience for our customers, residents, and our office workers. Our bold new vision for the center will dramatically enhance its offering and further establish it as the preeminent live, work, shop, and play destination on the North Shore. By creatively unlocking the potential of the center, this development will bring new life, energy and choices to Old Orchard and create what will become the residential, commercial, and cultural heart of Skokie.” noted Maegen Akers, General Manager, Westfield Old Orchard.

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ISTP Campus Improvements

The transformation of the ISTP campus draws inspiration from the fusion of science and nature, reinforcing the campus’s commitment to wellness and sustainability. Updated common areas are designed to promote physical activity, social interaction, collaboration and a sense of connection in a dynamic scientific setting, marking a new chapter in the campus’s evolution.

The dramatic four-story atrium at the heart of the campus is anchored by a vertical volume of stacked meeting spaces clad in wood slats. Thoughtful lighting upgrades help define the architectural volume, while moveable furniture allows the large space to seamlessly transition from a third workplace to hosting informal gatherings and community events.

Hospitality-inspired areas for relaxation provide a comforting escape from structured lab environments. The redesign also extends to the auditorium and conference center, equipped with new technology, while refreshed locker rooms and restrooms feature spa-like amenities to further enrich the user experience.

Sustainability is a key focus of the design, with recycled content and carbon-neutral products prioritized in material selection. Biophilia-themed furnishings and finishes, along with carefully selected art pieces throughout the campus support the concept of scientific journey.

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Trends to Watch in 2024

6 Life Science Trends to Watch in 2024.

The life sciences industry is undergoing significant disruptions, fueled by technological advancements such as additive manufacturing, 3D printing, closed-loop continuous systems and AI. New scientific discoveries, supply-demand dynamics, sustainable innovations and strategic partnerships are creating numerous opportunities for life sciences companies, investors and developers.

This perfect storm of activity has the potential to revolutionize the utilization of real estate in the long run.  Explore six trends poised to impact the life sciences industry in the year ahead.

What will matter most?

  • Everything is hyperlocal.
  • It’s an occupier’s market.
  • Doing more with less
  • Sustainable design and operations
  • Wave of new modalities.
  • Patent cliff is the perfect storm for M&A

These trends have a unique and long-term impact on your locations, workplace environments and overall portfolio.

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LanzaTech – Dow: Collaboration

LanzaTech Global, Inc., the carbon recycling company transforming waste carbon into sustainable raw materials, has collaborated with Dow to introduce a new biodegradable surfactant to the home care market.

Dow’s surfactant, EcoSense™ 2470, is made using LanzaTech’s CarbonSmart™ technology and ensures immediate market entry, while maintaining high-performance standards and advancing sustainability with recycled carbon materials. Surfactants are a critical ingredient for creating the foam and cleaning action of many household cleaning and laundry products.

LanzaTech’s biorecycling technology works like a brewery: proprietary bacteria consume carbon-rich pollution from industrial facilities, such as steelmaking plants, and convert it into CarbonSmart™ chemicals, such as ethanol. This ethanol can be converted into ethylene oxide, and subsequently used to produce surfactants.

This recycled carbon-based surfactant, marketed by Dow as EcoSense™ 2470, has versatile properties suitable for diverse home care applications.

“The capacity to provide cleaning solutions made from recycled carbon with outstanding effectiveness is a distinguishing factor that significantly influences the purchasing decisions of household consumers,” said Farooq Alam, Global Strategic Marketing Director, Dow Home Care. “EcoSense™ 2470 underscores our dedication to eco-conscious surfactant manufacturing, serving as the gateway to a sustainable future. It sends a resounding message to both home care brand owners and consumers that sustainability and superior performance work hand-in-hand harmoniously.”

“There is enough carbon above ground to make all the things we need,” said Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech. “We have been active in the ethoxylates space for several years, converting ethanol to surfactant ingredients, and with now Dow, our collaboration will enable us to greatly expand our reach in this market.”

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Cour: New COO

COUR Pharmaceuticals, a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing novel immune-modifying nanoparticles designed to reprogram the immune system, announced the appointment of Dannielle Appelhans as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Ms. Appelhans will oversee and execute the Company’s research and development, technical development, technical operations, and quality as well as be a significant contributor to corporate strategy and other business operations.

Ms. Appelhans served most recently as the Chief Executive Officer of Rubius Therapeutics, Inc., a publicly traded and clinical-phase biopharmaceutical company pioneering cellular medicines. She previously served as its Chief Operating Officer, where she oversaw corporate strategy, communications, quality, technical development, and operations.

Prior to joining Rubius, she worked at Novartis and held roles of increasing responsibility in operations and strategy culminating in her serving as Senior Vice President of Technical Operations and Chief Technical Officer at Novartis Gene Therapies, where she oversaw late-stage clinical development and commercial manufacturing.

Said John J. Puisis of COUR, “Dannielle’s operating experience will be pivotal in accelerating COUR’s therapeutic programs and positioning COUR in becoming a world class leader in antigen-specific immune tolerance.”

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Mattiq: World Changing Ideas

Mattiq formerly Stoicheia , a company revolutionizing electrochemical process development to achieve the commercially viable sustainable production of chemicals and fuels, announced it’s a recipient in the prestigious 2023 World Changing Ideas Awards from Fast Company.

The awards program honors companies innovating to deliver transformative benefits to society.  The award recognized Mattiq for its first-in-kind approach to developing and commercializing technologies that will decarbonize chemical and fuel production, which remains one of the hardest-to-abate sectors. Key focus areas include the reduction or elimination of scarce, expensive metals like iridium for clean hydrogen production and the conversion of biomass into net-zero chemicals and fuels.

Mattiq’s technology enables industrial partners to accelerate the process of bringing best-in-class electrochemical solutions to market, reducing production costs, carbon footprint, and supply chain risk.

“It’s thrilling to see the creativity and innovation that are so abundant among this year’s honorees,” says Fast Company editor-in-chief Brendan Vaughan.

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Vetter Skokie Demonstrates Success

Drug development of novel therapeutics is increasing, and a growing number of pharmaceutical and biotech companies are seeking clinical manufacturing partners to meet the demand for complex fill and finish solutions. While the stages of early drug development are challenging, Vetter, a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) is committed to addressing this challenge. The family-owned company offers comprehensive and expert manufacturing services for clinical trials to support a product’s path to commercialization. A testament to this commitment is evidenced by the success of its Skokie facility located at the Illinois Science + Technology Park, which has already contributed to bringing five new client products to market since it began full operations in 2011. Another four are expected to launch in the next months.

Since the site opened, 240+ customer audits have been successfully completed; the facility has performed over 45 media fills without failure. Vetter Development Service currently runs 80+ projects in phase I and II of clinical development. The US facility has executed 30+ transfers from its early clinical projects to Germany for late-stage development.

“Our clinical manufacturing sites are essential to Vetter’s commercial business pipeline. The Skokie site has demonstrated an impressive track record of success since its opening twelve years ago,” says Dr. Susanne Lemaine, Vice President Vetter Development Services US. “In the last year alone, we acquired more than 10 new customers with promising molecules. Overall, our ongoing investments in clinical filling capabilities are proof of Vetter’s consistent, strategic approach to keeping on track with the market, with a focus on the important drug development needs of our customers.”

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Health Care & Life Sciences

Chicago Health Care and Life Sciences Real Estate Conference @ISTP.

Chicagoland is a leader in healthcare and an emerging life sciences hub. Attendees gained exclusive insights into the latest trends and actionable strategies to incorporate old and new techniques to improve the overall patient experience.

The program covered the future of Chicago’s life sciences sector as thought leaders discussed where the future of the asset class is headed. What does the market need for continued growth and expansion and what challenges are being faced? Industry leaders discussed how owners and developers are capitalizing on the healthcare and life sciences industries.

Topics included:

CHICAGOLAND’S EMERGENCE AS A LIFE SCIENCES HUB – How the City is Positioning Itself to Attract Highly Sought-After Investment and Best-in-Class Innovation

HEALTHCARE REPORT – Dissecting Chicagoland’s Development Pipeline, Tech and Operations, the Latest Innovations, and More!

STRATEGIC LAB DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
Best Practices for New-Build Facilities and Adaptive Reuse Lab Space

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Skokie Homewood Suites by Hilton

A groundbreaking ceremony for the Skokie Homewood Suites by Hilton took place on 8/11. Representatives from the community, the Village of Skokie, construction management and hotel development noted their visions and contributions.

The development will include –

• 143 rooms, each with a private kitchenette
• 10,000 square foot indoor/outdoor event space with a capacity of 300
• Suites to accommodate long term stays
• A rooftop bar with views of the Chicago Skyline and Lake Michigan
• Pedestrian arcade to highlight the community
• Ground floor retail (tenants TBD) with rotating pastries and savory snacks.

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LanzaTech Goes Public

Skokie-based LanzaTech, is a biotech company that works to recycle carbon waste into everyday products and materials like fuels, fabrics and packaging. LanzaTech announced its plans to enter the public market through a merger with special purpose acquisition company AMCI Acquisition Corp. II. The deal will make it the first carbon capture and transformation business in the public space, according to the company.

When the acquisition closes, the combined company is expected to trade under the Nasdaq ticker symbol “LNZA.” The transaction will raise about $275 million in proceeds, money LanzaTech plans to put toward executing its business plan, accelerating commercial operations, funding partner development projects and building out its tech. The deal is set to close in the third quarter of 2022.

“LanzaTech revolutionary technology repurposes waste carbon for use as a feedstock to make the products we use in our daily lives—from yoga pants to jet fuel,” said Dr. Jennifer Holmgren, LanzaTech’s CEO. “Our carbon recycling technology is like retrofitting a brewery onto an emission source like a steel mill or a landfill site, but instead of using sugars and yeast to make beer, pollution is converted by bacteria to fuels and chemicals.”

“We are showing the world what is possible when we radically rethink how we source, use and dispose of carbon. We are excited to be on this journey,” Holmgren further noted.

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