Scientists In Action

Connecting Students with Scientists

Grades 4–12

Students are linked with scientists as they broadcast live from their field sites or Museum labs. Scientists will share new discoveries, demonstrate field research techniques, and answer questions from students. This educational telepresence creates a “being there” experience for students as they receive a window into science careers. Students interact with and look over the shoulders of scientists who are conducting exciting, real world research.

  • 40-minute live broadcast where students ask questions directly to scientists.
  • A pre-visit video highlights the scientist’s work, familiarizing students with the content.
  • The program includes an opportunity to see Museum collections up close and possibly meet the scientist face-to-face for informal discussion.
  • Or… connect from your classroom for free! Denver Public Schools connects via DPS TV. Other schools require IP video-conferencing equipment. The system must be tested two weeks in advance.

Session times are 10:00 and 11:00 a.m., unless otherwise noted.

Questions?
303.370.6097 or gianna.sullivan@dmns.org

Support of Scientists in Action provided by Ameriprise Financial, Inc.

  • Life on Other Worlds

    Monday, April 12, 2010
    11 a.m. only

    David Grinspoon, PhD, curator of astrobiology, will discuss planetary exploration, what we are learning about other worlds, and possible life on them.

  • Healthy, Unique You

    Thursday, April 29, 2010
    10:00 and 11:00 a.m.

    Join Bridget Coughlin, PhD, deputy chief curator and curator of human health, for an inside look at your health, the mystery of genetic traits, and the science behind DNA.

  • Climate Change Then and Now

    Thursday, May 13, 2010
    10:00 and 11:00 a.m.

    Ian Miller, PhD, curator of paleontology, will broadcast from the field (weather permitting) to discuss how the fossil record provides data related to climate now and 75 million years ago.

  • Evolutionary Fossils

    Thursday, June 24

    Dr. Richard Stucky, Curator of Paleoecology & Evolution will broadcast from Wyoming’s Wind River Basin (weather permitting) sharing his research in the diversity and evolution of mammals that lived in Western North America during the Eocene, when global warming and global cooling occurred.

  • Bugging You

    Friday, July 23

    Paula Cushing, Curator of invertebrate zoology, will broadcast from the field (weather permitting) sharing her research on spider and solifugae diversity, as well as some of the live spiders that aid in her research.

Program Catalog

Featured

    Educators Night

    Tuesday, March 16, 5-10 p.m.

    Teachers, PTA members, and school administrators, join us for a FREE after-hours event to enjoy the Museum as you explore the wealth of educational opportunities available for your students.

    Expedition Health

    Visit our newest permanent exhibition, Expedition Health.  The Summit Science Stage in Expedition Health features engaging shows and health science demonstrations throughout the day.

    Arabia

    Explore the ancient tombs of a lost city, dive into the shipwrecks of the Red Sea with underwater archaeologists, and experience the extraordinary pilgrimage known as the hajj—the largest gathering of people on Earth.

    BODY WORLDS & The Story of The Heart

    BODY WORLDS & The Story of the Heart, an all-new exhibition, will reveal -- through the lenses of anatomy, cardiology, psychology and culture -- how the heart nourishes, regulates and sustains life.

Scholarships are available for bus reimbursements, programs at the Museum, and at your school.

Find out if your school is eligible.