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Science & Sustainability
September 21, 2018
A new fish species is only known to exist in the deep reefs of St. Pauls Rocks, a remote Brazilian archipelago.
Building, Programs & Events
September 21, 2018
The Academy marks a decade of science and discovery with special anniversary events.
Science & Sustainability
September 19, 2018
Scientists team up to quantify the “dark data” in fossil collections.
Science & Sustainability
September 10, 2018
Dr. Todd Braje, anthropologist, joins the Academy’s Institute for Biodiversity Science and Sustainability.
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 31, 2018
A team of researchers takes a closer look at the state of the Great Barrier Reef.
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.
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