Community members, local organizations and Academy scientists are working together to find just solutions to environmental issues.
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Author: Academy Editor
Even After Rain and Snow: What a Drought Watch Means for the Northeastern Region’s Ecosystems
A single dry autumn might seem like simply a nuisance or an ongoing news headline, but it can have rippling effects for many local species far into the future.
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New Exhibit Examines the Interconnected Ecology of the Fashion Industry
The Academy enters the world of fashion in collaboration with the Robert and Penny Fox Historic Costume Collection of Drexel’s Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
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A Blueprint to Reparative Practices in the Archives
Consciously editing catalog records of certain archival records to include or redress the absence of Indigenous knowledge
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Recent Acquisitions to the Academy’s Archives
New pieces in our Archives shed light on our mission to preserve and represent diverse voices in the field of natural history
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New Role at the Academy is Activating the Vast Network of WINS Alumnae
New WINS alumnae manager, Ninette Bennett, has big plans to embrace, share and build success with WINS students and alumnae across the globe.
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Celebrating Latin and Hispanic Heritage in the Sciences at the Academy
In English, Spanish and Portuguese, Academy scientists open up about their careers, cultures and creating diverse opportunities for excellence in research.
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“Our Voices Need to be Heard”: Latin & Hispanic Drexel Co-ops Helping to Enrich Representation in the Sciences
Three Drexel students discuss their cultural identities and scientific aspirations
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For the Oranges of Sargodha District: Pakistan, Podcasts and Environmental Policy Work with Living on Earth
Born into an agricultural tribe in rural Punjab, Drexel co-op Shanzay Asif nutures the art of storytelling to environmentally advocate for her home
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Groundtruthing: Using Scientific Data to Support Local Communities Across Philadelphia
To accurately and equitably determine environmental justice neighborhoods, Academy scientists create a digital tool
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