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Featured Releases
AZA accreditation granted to aquariums who demonstrate commitment to ever-rising standards in animal care.
The Academy is among more than 40 new partners that will become part of the STEM education network.
Team calls for investment in underfunded natural history museum collections (and the treasures they house).
Sampson, a renowned paleontologist and seasoned museum leader, will join the institution in September.
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Building, Exhibits
January 1, 2008
The California Academy of Sciences is constructing a dynamic new facility in Golden Gate Park.
Science & Sustainability
January 31, 2006
Academy Scientist Brian Fisher uses new ant discovery to help halt plans to disrupt last remaining ant habitat.
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