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Two children view the colorful Academy in Action exhibit kiosk.

The new Academy in Action exhibit spotlights the flora, fauna, research and regeneration work in the Academy's three regeneration initiatives.

New Academy in Action exhibit brings California Academy of Sciences’ global regeneration initiatives to life

Multimedia kiosk spotlights biodiversity research and conservation across islands, coral reefs, and California.

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A gaze of raccoons (six visible) perks up as a car peels by in Golden Gate Park. They are illuminated against a dark backdrop.

A gaze of raccoons perks up as a car peels by in Golden Gate Park. This image and five others were included in the photo story “Cities Gone Wild” by Corey Arnold, who won the 2023 BigPicture Grand Prize.

2024 BigPicture: Natural World Photography Competition is now open

In its 11th year, the competition focuses a visual lens on the extraordinary wonders of the natural world.

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An aerial complete shot of the California Academy of Sciences, featuring views of Golden Gate Park, a rolling hill.

California Academy of Sciences welcomes new Academy Fellows. (© 2008 Tim Griffith)

California Academy of Sciences Welcomes 14 New Fellows, Bestows Two Prestigious Awards

The Academy announces its newest class of Fellows, comprised of distinguished scientists and researchers.

Milky Way’s evolution in reverse, spanning three billion years
New planetarium film, Spark: The Universe in Us, opens November 10 at the California Academy of Sciences

Narrated by Diego Luna, original all-digital production visualizes never-before-seen celestial events.

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Academy youth education
Education, Programs & Events
The California Academy of Sciences hosts first teen-focused “Science Game Jam” with help from SF-based gaming companies
April 21, 2015

On Sunday, April 26, the California Academy of Sciences will host its first Science Game Jam for local youth.

Ocean seafloor research
Science & Sustainability
Massive study is first to explore historical ocean response to abrupt climate change
March 30, 2015

Marine ecosystems can take thousands, rather than hundreds, of years to recover from climate-related upheavals.

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Families explore the California Academy of Sciences
Programs & Events
May 2015: Programs and Events for Children and Families at the California Academy of Sciences
March 24, 2015

A selection of programs and events for children and families during May 2015.

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The Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary
Programs & Events
May 2015: Lectures and Events at the California Academy of Sciences
March 24, 2015

A selection of Academy events and lectures during May 2015.

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Big Bang: Party After Dark
Exhibits, Leadership, Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
Big Bang Gala to feature Larry Brilliant, Leila Janah, Adam Messinger, and Janet Napolitano
March 12, 2015

Annual fundraiser supports the Academy's world-class science education programs and features leading innovators.

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Three penguin chicks with biologists
Animal News, Exhibits, Programs & Events
Three new penguin chicks join African penguin exhibit
March 11, 2015

Public can vote on names submitted by several local museums; winners to be announced on March 25.

Owl pellet project
Education, Science & Sustainability
Genentech sponsors growing Bay Area science club program, invests in hands-on science learning
March 10, 2015

The Academy expands its “Science Action Club” program to South City, thanks to a generous gift from Genentech.

Galapagos shark
Science & Sustainability
Scientists urge Brazilian government to stand strong on aquatic animal protections
March 6, 2015

A team of Brazilian scientists calls for immediate fisheries management collaboration.

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