Florida State University opens new health research facility in Tallahassee

Florida State University cut the ribbon on Friday, October 30, 2026, for its new FSU Health Research and Collaboration Building. Florida State University News, WCTV, and wtwcfox all reported that the new facility is located on the FSU Health Tallahassee Memorial Hospital campus. Florida State University News and wtwcfox both reported that the building was named after Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson. [1][3][5]

The new facility spans 137,000 square feet, according to Florida State University News. Florida State University News reported that the funding that made the project possible was secured through the leadership of Wilton Simpson. WCTV noted that this is the first building completed under the new FSU Health branding. [1][3][5]

Florida State University News reported that the center aims to bring clinicians, researchers, students, and community partners together under one roof. The facility will focus on advancing medical research and training future healthcare professionals. [1]

Wilton Simpson currently serves as the Florida Commissioner of Agriculture after winning the office in 2022, and he is seeking re-election in November 2026. [6]