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Academy biologists helped train local researchers, co-develop research questions, and collect coral spawn
The BigPicture exhibit showcases 49 of the best nature photographs from around the globe
Identified on the community science platform iNaturalist, the species add to California's biodiversity
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Exhibits
February 11, 2021
The Academy recently received a Moonshot Award to advance equity in gender representation across museum content.
Leadership, Science & Sustainability
January 28, 2021
California Academy of Sciences joins leading U.S. aquariums to support action on climate and ocean conservation
Science & Sustainability
December 8, 2020
This year researchers collaborated to describe 213 new-to-science species from five continents and three oceans.
Programs & Events
December 1, 2020
BigPicture: Natural World Photography Competition opens, awarding prizes for best nature and wildlife photos.
Science & Sustainability
November 10, 2020
Partners join forces to target meaningful biodiversity protections.
Exhibits
October 8, 2020
Winning images from the Academy's annual BigPicture photography competition to go on exhibit October 23
Leadership, Science & Sustainability
October 7, 2020
California Academy of Sciences welcomes new Fellows, bestows annual awards. Virtual award ceremony October 13.
Building, Exhibits
September 29, 2020
The California Academy of Sciences plans to reopen on Tuesday, October 13. Members and donors visit first!
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