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Post-election letter to the Academy community from Executive Director Scott Sampson
Return every two weeks to see pairs of visiting baby reindeer, camels, and yaks.
The new members join the governing group of more than 500 distinguished scientists and other leaders.
Family-friendly evening includes a silent disco, trick-or-treating, live animal demos, face painting, & crafts
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Science & Sustainability
May 4, 2016
The Academy rounds out its “dream team” with two new coral reef curators and $8.5 million investment in science.
Education, Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
April 21, 2016
Bay Area youth will prototype exciting science-themed games about California food, water, and energy.
Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
April 12, 2016
“City Nature Challenge” participants will use iNaturalist to explore California’s legendary wildlife, 4/14–21.
Programs & Events
April 8, 2016
A look at the outer realms of the solar system and indoor “glamping” mark the Academy highlights this May.
Science & Sustainability
March 22, 2016
Sea cucumbers are particularly vulnerable to pollution and overfishing; scientists call for protections.
Leadership, Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
March 11, 2016
Annual fundraiser supports the Academy's world-class scientific exploration and engagement programs.
Science & Sustainability
March 11, 2016
Snakebite, a scourge in the tropical world, accounts for up to five million bites and 100,000 deaths annually.
Exhibits, Programs & Events
March 5, 2016
Enormous asteroids, tiny moons, and the biggest party in town mark April’s highlights at the Academy.
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