Stem cell therapy, also known as regenerative medicine, promotes the reparative response of diseased, dysfunctional or injured tissue using stem cells. These stem cells are manipulated to specialize into specific types of cells, such as heart muscle cells, blood cells or nerve cells. The specialized cells can then be implanted into a person. For example, if the person has heart
DetailsHigh up on a mountain, little furry animals run between rock crevices underneath the snow. They cheep to one another, emitting a high pitched call to send signals to their friends. After resting and conserving energy in their rounded bodies, these little mammals dip into their food stores, finally breaking into the dried grass, saved up from summer to give
DetailsIf you can, think back to the first time you spent the night at a 10th Mountain Division Hut. If you were anything like me, you were incredibly excited! Remember that special awe you had overlooking the amazing landscaping? Through the Summer Science Camps at Walking Mountains Science Center, we have the joy of taking campers to local huts for two to three-night overnights.
DetailsWhat is pollination? Pollination, essentially, is plant sex. More specifically, it is the act of transferring pollen grains from the male anther of a flower to the female stigma. The goal is to create new offspring for the next generation. One type of plant offspring is produced by creating seeds. Seeds contain the genetic information to produce a new plant
DetailsDozens of passionate and dedicated Eagle Valley students and teachers went above and beyond academic requirements last year to find ways to save energy at school. They are part of a growing coalition of Eco-Schools joining the Eagle Valley’s journey toward sustainability. Together, schools have saved over $11,500 in their energy bills in the past two years all thanks to
DetailsThe Town of Vail and Walking Mountains Science Center invite the public to give feedback on the Vail Sustainable Destination Project during a free lunch and open house this Thursday, July 28 from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at the Grand View on the third level of the Lionshead Welcome Center. The Town of Vail has a long history of
DetailsLong ago, before the discovery of the Eagle Valley and even before the rise of Egyptian pharaohs, a young seed drifted on the wind and landed in the Rocky Mountains. This young seed took hold of the bare mineral soil, surviving the cold winters and strong winds when other seeds from far away could not. Long roots spread around the
Details“Ewwwww!” The kids were clearly repulsed as I wantonly picked up piece after piece of what looked like elk scat, holding it out for them to get a closer look. In case you don’t know, scat is the scientific term for animal poop. And the study of animal poop, or scatology, can offer tremendous insight into the inner workings of
DetailsHemp has long been a plant revered for the length and strength of its fiber, for the nutritional benefits of its oil, and for its ability to thrive in harsh conditions. It was first discovered in China during Second Century B.C. where clothing was made from the plant. For centuries hemp has been used to make over 25,000 products varying
DetailsAnnual Event Raises Funds for Organization’s Natural Science Education Programs Walking Mountains Science Center received overwhelming support from the community on Wednesday, July 6th, during their A Taste of Nature annual fundraiser gala held at their Science Center in Avon. The event, which had the most attendees to date, was sold out for the second year in a row. With
DetailsIf you’ve been out hiking recently, you have probably seen this striking flower blooming in the summer wind. The pale-blue to lavender sepals, the delicate white petals, and the golden pistils is the signature look of Aquilegia caerulea, or, more affectionately, Colorado Blue Columbine. Want these articles delivered right to your inbox every week? Click here to sign up! This eye-popping flower was first spotted
DetailsMilkweed is becoming a popular buzzword in the gardening community and the push to plant it in gardens and on public lands seems greater than ever. While admittedly the flower has a lovely bloom, why does milkweed get so much attention? It’s all because of the monarch butterflies. Monarch butterflies are currently experiencing such a rapid decline in population that
DetailsIt’s easy to take in the grand vistas and exquisite scenery of the valley, but often we pass over the smaller features of our dynamic environment. Hiding just underfoot nearly everywhere we go is a complex and fascinating organism that has lived on this planet for millions of years. Long before trees shaded our slopes, mushrooms occupied and enhanced Earth’s
DetailsWalking Mountains Science Center is proud and excited to celebrate another year of major accomplishments with their 2016 annual fundraising event, A Taste of Nature, on Wednesday, July 6th. This year’s theme is “La Dolce Vita: The Sweet Life,” and the organization will welcome more than 400 guests to its campus in Avon, Colorado to support their mission and honor
DetailsHiking a trail that meanders through the brilliant reds, yellows, purples, and oranges of emerging wildflowers, I feel a sense of wonder and awe. As I stop to enjoy the beauty of these blossoms, I hear the sound of a small bee buzzing by my ear. “Stay cool. Stay still. Stay calm,” I tell myself, but I feel that sense
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