It’s time to play doctor – well, kind of. The things that medical students and full-fledged doctors see as simply science, visitors to the Bodies – The Science Within, currently at the Denver Pavilions, might find, well, creepy. Everyone though, will come away with more knowledge and a better understanding of how our amazing bodies work.
The globally touring exhibition has been seen by more than 5 million people in more than 60 cities across Central and South America and Europe. It makes its U.S. debut in Denver.
The specimens, exhibit materials state, “were obtained from legally authorized anatomical donation programs and accredited medical institutions, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.”
The specimens have gone through a process called “plastination” in which water and lipids in biological tissues are replaced with durable polymers which halts decomposition while maintaining the body’s anatomical structure. Okay then! It can all be hard to view. But, it’s also a glimpse you wouldn’t otherwise see into the inner workings of the human body.
I can’t help but think about Leonardo DaVinci who would dissect cadavers to study the body to help him better understand how to sculpt the human form. Uh, gross, but it sure worked for him.
In Bodies – The Science Within, some of the signage has some grammatical errors or is somewhat lacking helpful information. And these fine specimens have been around a long time. So, there is a slightly outdated feel across the exhibition. Still, for those curious about what’s going on beneath the surface – our surfaces – it’s worth a look.
Visitors are encouraged to allow 60-90 minutes to explore the exhibition. Tickets Friday-Sunday are $17.05 for children ages 5-15, $30.80 for seniors 65+, military, veterans and students with valid ID and $36.30 for adults. There are discounts for Monday-Thursday. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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