Scientific discovery isn’t confined to the labs of Steadman Philippon Research Institute — it’s sparking curiosity in classrooms across western Colorado, where a new generation of students is stepping into the world of evidence-based medicine and research. The reach of the program this year is bigger than ever, as the Steadman Philippon Research Institute has expanded west with its offerings. EPOC is helping students build the foundation to do just that.”Nine student teams presented to a panel of Steadman Philippon Research Institute staff, led by Dr. Thomas Clanton, a renowned foot and ankle specialist and recently retired physician at The Steadman Clinic and the Steadman Philippon Research Institute. Steadman Philippon Research Institute Chief Operating Officer Lee Jones emphasized the importance of cultivating local talent when he addressed the students attending the Science Club presentations. Steadman Philippon Research Institute/Courtesy photo‘Spark for STEM has grown’Senenne Philippon envisioned this impact when she launched EPOC more than a decade ago.