Star Cities
Which Californian city is famously known for its large tech workforce, home to headquarters like Doordash, Meta, and Uber.
San Francisco
This urban development model focuses on large-scale mixed-use development centered around major anchor institutions in central city areas.
anchor plus model
What term describes firms and institutions that support an innovation-rich environment?
economic assets
What type of institutions can help boost innovation in the Midwest?
research institutions (answers vary)
What is Professor Pedigo's least favorite city?
Miami (or las vegas)
Known for its life sciences and biotech industries, this city is home to leading universities and research institutions
Boston
Which model transforms industrial districts near historic waterfronts?
re-imagined urban areas model
What type of assets includes buildings, open spaces, and infrastructure designed to enhance connectivity?
physical assets
What industry legacy can be leveraged for economic growth in the Midwest?
manufacturing
Which city is ranked number one for being the dirtiest city in the US?
Los Angeles
This Colorado city has seen rapid growth in its tech sector and is often referred to as the "Silicon Mountain."
Boulder
What model urbanizes isolated innovation areas in suburban regions?
urbanized science park model
these assets are crucial for fostering relationships and collaboration within an innovation ecosystem.
networking assets
What approach focuses on using new technology to improve existing industries?
deepening
What is the name of the City-Show-And-Tell presenter who has blonde hair and glasses?
Alara
This city in Massachusetts is home to a major concentration of venture capital firms and is known for its strong startup culture, particularly in robotics and artificial intelligence.
Cambridge
What drives commercialization in the "anchor plus" model?
spin-off companies
An innovation hub is a type of _____ asset
networking
What kind of growth can be achieved by improving technology in traditional industries?
incremental growth
Which city has the busiest airport, recieving the most flights in the country?
Atlanta
This city in the South East has seen significant growth in its tech scene, particularly in gaming and virtual reality, and is home to several major gaming studios.
Orlando
What supports transformation in the "re-imagined urban areas" model?
downtowns
A transit hub is a ____ asset
physical
What Midwest region is known for its legacy of heavy industry and manufacturing?
The Rust Belt
What is one of the author's first or last names from this week's readings?
Bruce Katz, Julie Wagner, or Richard Florida