Meet Suzanne Biemiller, New Chair of the Academy’s Board of Trustees

April 4, 2025 Kaitlyn Kalosy Featured, Membership, People, Uncategorized

On March 5, the Academy of Natural Sciences’ Board of Trustees elected a new chair, Suzanne Biemiller. Suzanne steps into[…]

Rediscovering the Hidden Beauty of the Invertebrate Paleontology Collection

March 3, 2025 Academy Editor Fossil, Paleontology, People, Photoblog

With rare and captivating specimens, the world-class collection is the oldest of its kind in the United States, headed by Curator and Prof Jocelyn Sessa, PhD.

Restoring a Local Boy’s Legacy, One Fish at a Time

January 17, 2025 Academy Editor Environmental Science, Ichthyology, People

Academy icthyologist works with South American scientists to discover why only a percentage of Fowler’s taxonomic names remain in use today

Reuse, Rewear, Repair

January 9, 2025 Academy Editor Environmental Science, People, Sustainability

Some simple tips for small lifestyle changes that can make a difference in our environment

Important Thai Ethnobotany Collection Revived by ANS and Penn Museum Partnership

December 16, 2024 Academy Editor Botany, People

The Ban Chiang Collection enhances our understanding of global plant diversity and cultural practices, upholding the standard for responsible and equitable curation.

Science Shop: Co-creating Climate Resilience in Philadelphia

December 5, 2024 Academy Editor Environmental Science, People, Sustainability

Community members, local organizations and Academy scientists are working together to find just solutions to environmental issues.

New Role at the Academy is Activating the Vast Network of WINS Alumnae

September 24, 2024 Academy Editor Education, People, WINS, Women In Natural Sciences

New WINS alumnae manager, Ninette Bennett, has big plans to embrace, share and build success with WINS students and alumnae across the globe.

Celebrating Latin and Hispanic Heritage in the Sciences at the Academy

September 16, 2024 Academy Editor Ichthyology, Ornithology, Paleontology, People, Photoblog

In English, Spanish and Portuguese, Academy scientists open up about their careers, cultures and creating diverse opportunities for excellence in research.