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National Park Service conservator Fran Ritchie prepares Monarch, one of California's last grizzly bears, for the new exhibit California: State of Nature opening May 24 at the California Academy of Sciences.

National Park Service conservator Fran Ritchie prepares Monarch, one of California's last grizzly bears, for the new exhibit California: State of Nature opening May 24 at the California Academy of Sciences. Gayle Laird © California Academy of Sciences

California Fish and Game Commission Recognizes 100-year Anniversary of Last Grizzly Bear in the State

Statement by Paige Laduzinsky, senior exhibit content developer, California Academy of Sciences.

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Composite image of ryan wyatt, left, and peter roopnarine, right, both standing with arms folded and smiling.

Planetarium Director Ryan Wyatt (left) and Geologist Peter Roopnarine (right) were honored by AAAS for their scientific achievements across disciplines. Kathryn Whitney © 2019 California Academy of Sciences

Academy Curator Peter Roopnarine and Planetarium Director Ryan Wyatt Elected Fellows of American Association for the Advancement of Science

Roopnarine and Wyatt are honored for their contributions to scientific research, advocacy, and education.

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Five content creators stand against a railing on the Academy living roof, with a grassy hill in the background.

The selected creatives will create digital content and host in-person programming to spark conversations about environmental issues. (L-R) Kaua Hermosura, Desiree McGill, Vishal Subramanyan, Chloé Stowell Colón, Kiana Kazemi. Nicole Ravicchio © California Academy of Sciences

Meet the Digital Creators Shaping the Future of Environmental Storytelling

The Academy selects five storytellers to serve as the inaugural class of California Creators for Nature.

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A bleaching Caroppora coral at about 130 feet deep in Australia’s Coral Sea.

A bleaching Caroppora coral at about 130 feet deep in Australia’s Coral Sea. Photo credit: Luiz Rocha, California Academy of Sciences

Statement by Luiz Rocha, Curator of Ichthyology, California Academy of Sciences, on Fourth Global Coral Bleaching Event

Rocha just completed the first scientific deep dives in Australia’s Coral Sea at depths of up to 152 meters.

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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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