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THIS MONTH:
 "RESOLVED: Advances in Forensic Identification of U.S. War Dead," an exhibit that highlights the underlying forensic sciences that have evolved to fulfill our nation’s commitment to the identification and commemoration of the U.S. service member, is celebrating its two-year anniversary at the Museum. The exhibit, which opened July 4, 2008, features dynamic presentations on milestones in forensic identification, including the development of tools such as dog tags and DNA analysis. It also discusses the six disciplines critical to a positive scientific forensic identification: material evidence, fingerprinting, forensic dentistry, forensic anthropology and forensic pathology, and DNA analysis. .
 An iconic artifact – an adult male human skeleton prepared in the Beauchene method – was recently installed in "Visibly Human: Health and Disease in the Human Body," a vivid presentation of anatomical and pathological specimens, pulled from museum collections dating back more than 100 years. Named after the 18th century French doctor, the Beauchene technique separates the bones at their joint surfaces so they can be viewed in anatomical relation to one another. The skeleton is that of an average-sized 25-year-old French man.
 "Wounded in Action: An Art Exhibition of Orthopaedic Advancements," an exhibit of art works inspired by experiences with the wounds of war, is now on display at the National Museum of Health and Medicine in Washington, D.C. and the University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB). The exhibit is produced and organized by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). For more information, read our news release.
Calendar of Upcoming Programs:
Check out the Events Calendar for updates:
http://www.nmhm.washingtondc.museum/events/event_2ed.html.
FREE PUBLIC TOUR: Free docent-led tours are offered on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Tour begins at 1:00 p.m. Reservations are not required.
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Brown Bag Lunch: "Yellow Fever — The Scourge Revealed"
A Presentation by CAPT Stanton E. Cope, Ph.D.
Medical Service Corps, U.S. Navy
Director, Armed Forces Pest Management Board
When:Tuesday, July 13, 2010, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Celebrate Pest Week at the Museum with an intriguing talk about Yellow Fever and some of the events that led to greater control of this terrible scourge. The talk will focus on: a brief history of the disease and its impact on U.S. society and the world; the experiments done in Cuba by the Walter Reed Commission, using human volunteers; and global impact of the findings, aftermath of the experiments and fate of the members of the Reed Commission and some of the volunteers.
Additionally, papers, books and other items, some of which are from the 18th century, will be on display. These items, including a reprint signed and corrected by Major Walter Reed, are from CAPT Cope’s award-winning collection on Yellow Fever.
Cost: Free
Brown Bag Lunch: "Lyme Disease in Your Community"
Featuring Registered Nurse Marilyn Algire and
SGT Jason Patterson of the Preventive Medicine Department at Walter Reed Army Medical Center
When:Thursday, July 15, 2010, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Concerned about a tick bite? Will you or your pets spend time outdoors this summer? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, join the Museum for an informative talk about Lyme disease. The talk will feature information about the geographic location of most cases of Lyme disease; how the disease spreads; the do’s and don’ts of prevention; and the importance of early disease detection. This event is being presented in conjunction with the poster presentation, “Solving the Puzzle: Lyme Disease, West Nile Virus & You,” from the Peabody Museum of Natural History at Yale University.
Cost: Free
Lunchtime Art Workshops
When:When: Wednesday, July 21, 2010, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Enjoy a short discussion about artworks featured in "Wounded in Action: An Art Exhibition of Orthopaedic Advancements" and then spend time creating your own work of art. Explore different media each week in the workshops featured below.
- Wednesday, July 21: Sketch wounds as seen in wax models from the Museum’s Historical Collections.
- Wednesday, July 28: Draw medical technology, including historic prosthetic devices.
- Wednesday, August 4: Sketch sculptures that depict the human form.
These workshops are free, but reservations are required. Ages 15 & up. To reserve a spot or for more information, call 202-782-2673. Art supplies will be provided, but attendees are welcome to bring their favorite materials.
Cost: Free
Teddy Bear Clinic
When:September 18, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Bring your favorite stuffed friend and explore the Museum’s Teddy Bear Clinic with activities and crafts designed to highlight the body, physical fitness and healthy habits. Recommended for grades Pre-K – 2.
Cost: Free
Special SciFest Program: "Manya: A Living History of
Marie Curie"
When:Thursday, October 21, 2010, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
In This one-woman drama by storyteller Susan Marie Frontczak exposes the struggles and triumphs of Marie Curie, an academically impassioned, vehemently private, fervently Polish scientist, mother, and teacher and discoverer of radium and radioactivity. From the political oppression of her childhood, to scientific emergence and fame to the tragedy that forced her into single motherhood as well as further world prominence, Curie’s is a life that challenges our assumptions about what one person can achieve and the responsibilities of science.
Cost: FREE
USA Science and Engineering Festival
When: October 23-24, 2010
NMHM is proud to be an Official Partner of the inaugural USA Science & Engineering Festival to be held in the greater Washington DC area in October 2010. The Festival, which will be the country's first national science festival, is a collaboration of over 500 of the country's leading science and engineering organizations and aims to reignite the interest of our nation's youth in the sciences. The culmination of the Festival will be a two-day Expo on the National Mall on October 23-24, 2010, which will give children, teens and adults the opportunity to explore all facets of science & engineering through hundreds of fun, hands-on activities. For more information on all Festival events, visit www.usasciencefestival.org.
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