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Featured Releases
The Academy marks a decade of science and discovery with special anniversary events.
Scientists team up to quantify the “dark data” in fossil collections.
Dr. Todd Braje, anthropologist, joins the Academy’s Institute for Biodiversity Science and Sustainability.
A team of researchers takes a closer look at the state of the Great Barrier Reef.
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Building, Programs & Events
September 4, 2018
In honor of the Academy's tenth anniversary, museum will offer free admission to all during three-day period.
Science & Sustainability
August 9, 2018
Over 700 3D scientific specimens and artifacts from the museum’s world-renowned collection now available online.
Science & Sustainability
August 9, 2018
The California Academy of Sciences hires Dr. Pim Bongaerts as its newest curator and coral biologist.
Leadership
August 1, 2018
The Academy is pleased to announce the election of Elizabeth “Liebe” Patterson as the new chair of its board.
Leadership
July 16, 2018
Executive Director Jonathan Foley to assume new role as Senior Scholar.
Exhibits, Science & Sustainability
July 12, 2018
Deep mesophotic reefs are unique systems bursting with life and deserving of lasting protection.
Exhibits, Science & Sustainability
Winning images from the Academy's annual BigPicture photography competition to go on exhibit July 27
July 9, 2018
48 top images represent the best in nature and conservation photography from around the world.
Science & Sustainability
June 26, 2018
A growing user community helps observe and monitor more than 165,000 species around the world.
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