Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body, presented by Baylor Medical Center at Frisco through January 3, 2010

Frisco, Texas – September 21, 2009 -- Sci-Tech Discovery Center will host the traveling children’s exhibit, Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body, presented by Baylor Medical Center at Frisco from October 3, 2009 through January 3, 2010. After ten years in development, Sci-Tech Discovery Center, a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization, will open in its new permanent 11,000 square foot home at the southeast corner of the Dallas North Tollway access road and Cotton Gin Road in Frisco on October 3. This milestone is made possible by the City of Frisco and the first exhibit, Grossology’s, presenting sponsor, Baylor Medical Center at Frisco. With a mission to inspire a new generation of innovators, engineers, scientists and educators, Sci-Tech is pleased to have a home in which it can provide its signature Mind-Stretching Fun® to the families in and around the Collin County area.

Synonymous with science are health and the medical community making Baylor Medical Center at Frisco a perfect partner for this inaugural exhibit in Frisco. “We’re honored to support this effort, and to work with organizations as well-run as Sci-Tech and the Junior League of Plano,” said William Keaton, CEO of Baylor Medical Center at Frisco. “Supporting this exhibit is a natural fit with our mission of community service and education. We hope children and adults walk out with a better understanding of their bodies and become inspired to take their health into their own hands. It’s a blessing to have a top-notch exhibit like this in the Frisco community.”

“Engaging regional technology, engineering, math and science corporations like Baylor Medical Center at Frisco is critical to meet the mission of Sci-Tech Discovery Center. It is important to inspire and support the next generation of doctors, innovators, engineers and researchers,” states Erica Yaeger, Executive Director of Sci-Tech Discovery Center.

The popular exhibit, Grossology is based on the best-selling book. Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body is science in disguise, allowing children to experience many aspects of the human body first hand, such as, a climbing wall of human skin, a larger than life nose tour, and an interactive 30 model of the digestive system. Sometimes it’s stinky; sometimes it’s crusty; and sometimes it’s slimy, but it’s your body.

Frisco Mayor Maher Maso is an advocate for the project stating, “Sci-Tech Discovery Center will give children a ‘hands on’, interactive experience promoting science, discovery and fun! Every day, we’re impacted by someone’s curiosity, which ultimately leads to invention. We’re excited about helping develop a new generation of explorers. The City of Frisco’s partnership with Sci-Tech Discovery is another example of our community’s creative, ‘can do’ spirit – an essential for any innovator,” continues Maso.

On October 1, an exhibit sneak peak fundraiser will be hosted onsite to raise funds for education outreach and ongoing exhibits. Tickets are $50 and include an evening of fabulous food, special spirits, plush prizes, exuberant entertainment and convivial contests in your casual chic clothes. Reservations are required and can be made at rsvp@mindstretchingfun.org

Sci-Tech Discovery Center began as the brainchild of the Junior League of Plano in 1999 to meet the community’s demand for an innovative discovery center. Today, it is a local non-profit that has been bringing various discovery programs to community centers, libraries, schools and scout groups across Collin County. The organization hosted two successful preview exhibits in the summers of 2004 and 2005 at the Shops of Willow Bend that gave more than 30,000 visitors a peek at these experimental learning opportunities.

EXHIBIT INFORMATION:

Grossology will be open Tuesday - Tuesday-Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m; Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m; Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m; Closed Mondays. Early and extended hours are available for groups upon request. Ticket prices are $6.50 for ages 3 and up, children 2 and under are Free.

MEMBERSHIP:

Membership to support Sci-Tech Discovery Center is available for students, individuals and families. Membership benefits include free admission, discount on birthday parties, camps and gift shop purchases, invitations to exhibit previews and exclusive members-only events and a Sci-Tech window decal. Family memberships include two adults and all children/grandchildren ages 18 and under in the household.

ABOUT SCI-TECH DISCOVERY CENTER: Sci-Tech Discovery Center, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit, educational organization was developed in 2004 in response to community demand for a cultural and educational destination in Collin County. The Center has a clear mission to provide a dynamic, interactive experience that inspires people of all ages and backgrounds to embrace discovery and innovation through the exploration of math, science and technology. Sci-Tech Discovery Center seeks to spark a life-long interest and help equip area children with these advanced skills to inspire the next generation of engineers, scientists, educators and innovators. Founded and supported by the Junior League of Plano, Sci-Tech Discovery Center has received a permanent home in Frisco near Heritage Park. Sci-Tech Discovery Center will offer year-round exhibits, education outreach, groups and special events to ignite a passion for science in young people. To learn more about Sci-Tech Discovery Center or to contribute, visit www.mindstretchingfun.org or call (972) 546-3050.