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Annual fundraiser explores the Academy’s Islands 2030 initiative to reverse island biodiversity loss.
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.
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Science & Sustainability
January 1, 2011
Researchers' expertise lies in infectious viruses, African frogs, and tropical reef fishes
Animal News, Science & Sustainability
January 1, 2011
Scientists find additional evidence that the Philippines is one of the most species-rich places on the planet.
Education, Leadership
September 29, 2010
Meet Elizabeth Babcock, the Academy's New Dean of Education.
Science & Sustainability
August 11, 2010
New finds from Ethiopia push tool use back by almost a million years.
Building, Science & Sustainability
October 8, 2008
The Academy's innovative building earns the highest sustainability rating of any museum in the world.
Building, Exhibits, Programs & Events
September 27, 2008
Learn why the new California Academy of Sciences is one of San Francisco's must-see destinations.
Exhibits
August 28, 2008
The Academy's new 212,000-gallon aquarium tank holds the world's deepest living coral reef display.
Science & Sustainability
June 4, 2008
Dr. Zeresenay Alemseged brings his expertise in early human evolution to his new role as anthropology chair.
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