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More than a dozen Academy scientists—along with several international collaborators—described the new additions.
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World-renowned international photo awards spotlight awe-inspiring perspectives on wildlife and conservation
Post-election letter to the Academy community from Executive Director Scott Sampson
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Science & Sustainability
May 28, 2014
An Academy researcher has taken another promising step toward developing a universal snakebite antidote.
Science & Sustainability
May 22, 2014
The value of scientific collections is vast and their impact on populations is minimal.
Leadership
May 15, 2014
The Academy announces the election of Jerome C. Vascellaro as the new Chair of its Board of Trustees.
Leadership, Science & Sustainability
April 28, 2014
Introducing Jonathan Foley, the new Executive Director of the California Academy of Sciences.
Education, Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
April 25, 2014
Scientific observation platform allows citizen scientists to contribute to global biodiversity database.
Education, Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
March 3, 2014
Science Today app keeps finger on the pulse of science news with engaging videos and original articles.
Education, Exhibits
February 26, 2014
Every skull tells a story. By examining skulls, scientists learn how vertebrate animals live, die, and evolve.
Education, Science & Sustainability
January 28, 2014
Our new digital learning course "Biodiversity" is available for free to science enthusiasts around the world.
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