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California Academy of Sciences to Celebrate 170-Year Anniversary with First-ever Academy Day April 4
Festive day of philanthropy to feature special science fair, specimens, prizes, and more.
Differences between shallow and mesophotic reefs stress the importance of expanding marine protections.
Academy researchers develop mathematical model to help experts evaluate—and design—future pandemic responses
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Science & Sustainability
October 3, 2018
Award ceremony to take place on October 9, 2018.
Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
October 2, 2018
Experts from around the world to share the latest science and techniques for coral reef restoration.
Science & Sustainability
September 21, 2018
A new fish species is only known to exist in the deep reefs of St. Pauls Rocks, a remote Brazilian archipelago.
Building, Programs & Events
September 21, 2018
The Academy marks a decade of science and discovery with special anniversary events.
Science & Sustainability
September 19, 2018
Scientists team up to quantify the “dark data” in fossil collections.
Science & Sustainability
September 10, 2018
Dr. Todd Braje, anthropologist, joins the Academy’s Institute for Biodiversity Science and Sustainability.
Building, Programs & Events
September 4, 2018
In honor of the Academy's tenth anniversary, museum will offer free admission to all during three-day period.
Science & Sustainability
August 31, 2018
A team of researchers takes a closer look at the state of the Great Barrier Reef.
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