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What is eDNA and Why is it Important?

April 1, 2025 Academy Editor Biodiversity, Environmental Science, Patrick Center, Sustainability

Environmental DNA analysis is a novel key tool that enables critical insights into aquatic biodiversity.

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Highlighting Biodiversity: Searching for Snails in the Delaware River

April 13, 2023 Academy Editor Biodiversity, Environmental Science, People

As the Academy celebrates biodiversity — the remarkable, beautiful tapestry of life on Earth — this year, we are delving into some of the fascinating locations our scientists have visited in the region and across the globe to study and help protect our planet’s phenomenally diverse and incredible species.

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Fast Facts About Plastics Pollution

June 7, 2022 Carolyn Belardo Environmental Science, Featured

Bottled water is not regulated by EPA

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Plastic-free Philly, Philly’s Solution to Plastic Pollution

June 7, 2022 Carolyn Belardo Environmental Science, Featured

New initiative aims to put a lid on single-use water bottles

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Renewed call to protect Philly’s waterways

November 30, 2021 Carolyn Belardo Environmental Science, Featured, Sustainability

History tells us we cannot ignore any part of the water system

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Teaming Up with United By Blue for Cobbs Creek

August 9, 2021 Carolyn Belardo Environmental Science, Featured, Sustainability

Join the community cleanup Aug. 21!

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River of People, Part 1

December 3, 2020 Carolyn Belardo Environmental Science, Featured, Ichthyology, Sustainability

The Delaware is sacred to the Lenni Lenape

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DEEP DIVE for the Delaware

October 21, 2020 Carolyn Belardo Education, Environmental Science, Exhibit, Featured, Interactive, Program

New media project to engage using science+arts

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Data and the Delaware

August 31, 2020 Carolyn Belardo Environmental Science, Featured, Sustainability

Communicating data to the general public is critical

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How Do You Manage A River?

July 8, 2020 Carolyn Belardo Environmental Science, Featured, Ichthyology

First in series on the Delaware River

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A force for nature since 1812. Home to over 19 million scientific specimens, cutting-edge research & exhibits that inspire care for our natural world.

What is taxonomy and why is it so important? 🧐⁠
By classifying and naming species, scientists can track biodiversity, understand ecosystems and even uncover new discoveries from specimens collected decades before. Read our latest blog post to learn more about recent research that examined fish collected by Henry Weed Fowler in the Academy's Ichthyology collection. Tap the link in our bio to read on!
On a day reserved to honor Martin Luther King Jr. On a day reserved to honor Martin Luther King Jr. and his just legacy, the nation finds itself at the beginning of a new chapter. As always, the Academy of Natural Sciences will stand by its commitment to help build a healthy, sustainable and equitable planet for all.
🎲 NEW: Game Night! 🎲⁠ ⁠ 🦖 Join us in 🎲 NEW: Game Night! 🎲⁠
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🦖 Join us in Dinosaur Hall for an evening of nature-inspired board games like Parks, Cascadia and more. Come with friends or meet new ones! Expert staff from the Academy and @redcapscorner will guide the fun.⁠
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🗓️ Thursday, February 20,  6:30–9:30 p.m., Ages 18+⁠
🎟️ Tickets: $15 (Members $10)⁠
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Grab your tickets now at the link in in our bio.
New year, fresh start! Ready to tackle being more New year, fresh start! Ready to tackle being more sustainable this year? Check out the Academy blog for some inspiration to get you started on reusing, repairing and rewearing in 2025. Get our top tips in our stories or link in bio!
Dinos After Dark is back on Friday, January 31! En Dinos After Dark is back on Friday, January 31! Enjoy pay-what-you-wish admission, a festive, family-friendly atmosphere and the Dino Drafts Beer Garden in Dinosaur Hall. Plus, check out our NEW 21+ Winter Dino Ball after party beginning at 8:30 p.m. Get all the info: bit.ly/DinosAfterDark
Our next sensory-friendly morning is right around Our next sensory-friendly morning is right around the corner! On Saturday, January 11 from 9-11 a.m. enjoy a calmer visit to the museum. ⁠
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⭐️ Advanced ticketing to help avoid lines⁠
⭐️ Smaller crowds⁠
⭐️ More tranquil sounds in exhibitions whenever possible, with soundscapes and roaring dinosaurs softened or turned off⁠
⭐️ An available quiet and relaxing space⁠
⭐️ Time to explore our signature and special exhibits and wander through the dioramas at your own pace.⁠
⭐️ Noise cancelling headphones and fidget toys available for guests⁠
⭐️ Understanding, empathetic staff ready to help and share science with you!⁠
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Guests of all ages are welcome at this family-friendly event! Tap the link in bio to register.
It’s a #snowday in Philly! Flip through Ukichiro It’s a #snowday in Philly! Flip through Ukichiro Nakaya’s groundbreaking book Snow Crystals: Natural and Artificial with us in The Academy Library and Archives ❄️🌨️❄️🌨️
The Academy is open today! Visit our newest exhibi The Academy is open today! Visit our newest exhibit Ice Dinosaurs, where you can marvel at lifelike animatronic creatures who lived in ancient, icy terrains. Dream of warmer weather and flowering plants in our Spotlight Gallery exhibit, Heirloom Plants. Step into The Ecology of Fashion exhibit with some bundled-up style to learn how our soft, glittering or shiny garments are inspired by the natural world yet impact the environment. ⁠
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Thursday, December 26: 10 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. ⁠
Friday, December 27: 10 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. ⁠
Saturday, December 28: 10 a.m.– 5 p.m. ⁠
Member Morning, Sunday, December 29: 9–10 a.m.⁠
Sunday, December 29: 10 a.m.– 5 p.m.⁠
Monday, December 30: Closed⁠
$10 Tuesday, December 31: 10 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.
❄️ Warm wishes from the Academy ❄️ ❄️ Warm wishes from the Academy ❄️
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