July 3, 2017
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Pacific Science Center in Seattle features
“Terracotta Warriors of the First Emperor” exhibit
The Pacific Science Center is currently
featuring “Terracotta Warriors of the First
Emperor,” an exhibit of 10 life-size statues
and more than 100 original objects and
artifacts from the first imperial dynasty of
China, on loan from the People’s Republic
of China. The Pacific Science Center is pre-
senting the exhibit in collaboration with
The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia.
Unexpectedly unearthed more than 40
years ago east of Xi’an, the terracotta army
is one of the greatest archeological
discoveries of our time. The army, created
2,200 years ago, consisted of 6,000
life-sized soldiers, horses, chariots,
bowmen, and archers all standing guard at
the tomb of Emperor Qin Shihuang in a
20-square-mile burial compound.
While terracotta warriors have been
displayed around the world, “Terracotta
Warriors of the First Emperor” offers a
unique experience with a focus on the
science and technology surrounding the
burial and the artifacts. Visitors have an
opportunity to see original objects while
also engaging in hands-on science learning
TERRACOTTA WARRIORS OF THE
FIRST EMPEROR. The Pacific Science Center
is currently featuring “Terracotta Warriors of the First
Emperor,” an exhibit of 10 life-size statues and more
than 100 original objects and artifacts from the first
imperial dynasty of China, on loan from the People’s
Republic of China. (Photo courtesy of the Shaanxi
Cultural Heritage Promotion Center)
through a series of interactive and
immersive experiences. Multimedia and
interactive elements throughout the
display complement the artifacts to tell the
overarching story of how a young prince
conquered all known enemies, formed the
empire of China, advanced its civilization,
and prepared an unrivalled burial site at
just 13 years old.
“This exhibition is one-of-a-kind because
it features not only the spectacular
Terracotta Warriors, but also the
fascinating science and technology behind
them,” said Will Daugherty, president and
CEO of the Pacific Science Center. “There
are still so many unanswered questions
about the Terracotta Warriors. Science is
all about curiosity, discovery, and asking
questions. This experience will ignite
curiosity and fuel a passion for discovery.”
“Terracotta Warriors of the First
Emperor” is on view through September 4
at the Pacific Science Center, located at
200 Second Avenue North in Seattle. To
learn more, call (206) 443-2001 or visit
<www.pacificsciencecenter.org>.
Zika resources now available for AAs & NHPIs
Mosquito season has arrived in the
southern United States, which means
more people are asking questions about
the Zika virus. Pregnant women, or those
trying to become pregnant, have concerns
because of the link of the virus to birth
defects, including microcephaly and
congenital Zika syndrome. Parents of
young children also want to know more
about how to protect their children and
keep them safe.
Microcephaly is a condition of a baby’s
head being smaller than expected when
compared to babies of the same sex and
age. Congenital Zika syndrome is a pat-
tern of birth defects found among fetuses
and babies infected with the Zika virus
during pregnancy. Five complications of
congenital Zika syndrome include severe
microcephaly, decreased brain tissue with
a specific pattern of brain damage, damage
to the back of the eye, joints with limited
range of motion (such as clubfoot), and too
much muscle tone restricting body move-
ment soon after birth.
Many Asian Americans (AA) as well as
Native Hawai‘ians and Pacific Islanders
(NHPI) are seeking information about
Zika in languages they have fluency.
Thanks to the Asian & Pacific Islander
American Health Forum (APIAHF),
through a grant from Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention (CDC), informa-
tion about Zika is now available in
Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Tagalog,
and Urdu. Members of the public and
healthcare providers can click on <www.
aboutzika.org> to access prevention
basics, toolkits, and local resources in five
Asian and Pacific Islander languages.
Community-based partner organiza-
tions are helping disseminate the guides,
which are culturally and linguistically
appropriate, to people in Asian Pacific
Islander communities. The guides provide
easy-to-understand information about
who is at risk, what symptoms to look for,
and how to get tested.
The materials focus on the basic infor-
mation people need to know about Zika.
For instance, they want to know the virus
is transmitted not only through an
infected mosquito bite, but also through
sex.
Prevention measures are stressed,
including applying mosquito repellant,
wearing long sleeve shirts and pants,
installing screens on all windows, tossing
out stagnant water, and properly using
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ZIKA RESOURCES. Pregnant women, or those
trying to become pregnant, have concerns about
the link of the Zika virus to birth defects, including
microcephaly and congenital Zika syndrome. Asian
Americans and Native Hawai‘ians and Pacific Islanders
are now able to access information about Zika avail-
able in Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Tagalog, and
Urdu at <www.aboutzika.org>. The website provides
prevention basics, toolkits, and local resources in five
Asian and Pacific Islander languages. (Image courtesy
of the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Fo-
rum)
condoms.
“When it comes to a topic like the Zika
virus, the mix of constantly evolving
information and frightening statistics
makes the role of community-based
organizations even more critical,” said
Kathy Ko Chin, president and CEO of
APIAHF. “This virus is a new and different
public-health issue than we have ever
dealt with before. Therefore, it is impor-
tant to not forget the specific needs of AAs
and NHPIs in public health education.”
To learn more, visit <www.aboutzika.
org>.
Congratulations to
The Asian Reporter
Foundation’s 2017
award recipients!
Our special banquet issue recognizing
the efforts and accomplishments of area
Asian Americans is available online at
<www.asianreporter.com>.
For more information, please call 1-800-860-8747 or visit www.ndep.nih.gov.
Wondering what’s going on this week? Check out The Asian Reporter’s
Community and A.C.E. Calendar sections, on pages 10 and 12.