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Featured Releases
Over 700 3D scientific specimens and artifacts from the museum’s world-renowned collection now available online.
The California Academy of Sciences hires Dr. Pim Bongaerts as its newest curator and coral biologist.
Deep mesophotic reefs are unique systems bursting with life and deserving of lasting protection.
New exhibit explores the giant natural phenomena that make Northern California like nowhere else on the planet.
Releases
Science & Sustainability
October 10, 2017
The Academy’s Dr. Meg Lowman urges global recognition of forests’ spiritual value as a reason to conserve them.
Science & Sustainability
October 9, 2017
Survey findings will be used to nominate pristine rainforest in Penang for UNESCO recognition.
Leadership, Science & Sustainability
October 6, 2017
Award ceremony to take place on October 10, 2017
Leadership
October 3, 2017
Meet the newest members of the Academy's Board of Trustees.
Programs & Events
September 28, 2017
Family-friendly celebration to include a silent disco, trick-or-treating, spooky specimens, and more.
Science & Sustainability
August 29, 2017
Genome completion of northern spotted owl to help researchers guide conservation priorities.
Science & Sustainability
August 24, 2017
An innovative conceptual model of island biogeography is outlined for marine organisms—with thrilling results.
Education, Programs & Events
August 23, 2017
From value memberships to free days, museum offers more ways than ever for the community to visit
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