Academy of Natural Sciences

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Each of the 37 incredible dioramas on display at the Academy of Natural Sciences is a valuable tool to engage our visitors and spark a lasting connection to the natural world. This experience sparked a passion for the natural sciences that has lasted a lifetime.

Natural Sciences

Academy of Natural Sciences

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The first project in the Academy of Natural Sciences’ yearlong focus on water renews our appreciation for the vital element of water through artworks that combine the marvel and insight of both scientific and artistic inquiry. 13 through April 17, 2022 and is free with general admission. of Natural Sciences and?Drexel

Natural Sciences

Academy of Natural Sciences

MARCH 14, 2022

The Museum Innovation Fund, launched in fall 2021 by the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, provides funding to Drexel faculty and students for projects that promote conception and rapid prototyping of innovative approaches to museum learning and engagement.

2022

Academy of Natural Sciences

AUGUST 1, 2023

I am an environmental science senior in the Biodiversity, Earth and Environmental Science Department at Drexel and work in the Entomology Department at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. These 43 bees are all different species and were all collected at Heinz in 2022. Tell us about yourself.

Environmental Science

HumanNature

MARCH 15, 2024

As a result,transitioning away from carbon-intensive sources of energy is critical to address the climate crisis (Hernandez and Newell 2022). Therefore, the study and possible solutions of global energy transition should consider biological and natural processes as well as the socio economic and political trade-offs. Catton Jr, W.

2023

Academy of Natural Sciences

AUGUST 9, 2022

Researchers from the Patrick Center for Environmental Research in the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University and from the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary , who have monitored local waterways for more than 20 years, found several species of the freshwater bivalves living near Philadelphia.

Natural Sciences

Academy of Natural Sciences

JANUARY 18, 2022

The Environmental Collaboratory is an important interdisciplinary initiative that unites Drexel and the Academy of Natural Sciences to mobilize Drexel’s powerful research programs and community engagement to identify and implement solutions to environmental challenges. A draft report will be released in early 2022.

Natural Sciences

Academy of Natural Sciences

JUNE 28, 2022

“I would urge that we ‘think like a watershed’ … mindful of the intricate human and natural connections that link the greater water system.”. Roland Wall, Director of the Patrick Center for Environmental Research, Academy of Natural Sciences. Rendering of Inside the Watershed (2022). Produced by New Paradise Laboratories.

Natural Sciences

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In the summer of 2022, Philadelphia was one of just 16 cities worldwide selected by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to collect heat data used to map the city’s heat islands. In Philadelphia, urban trees address a wide variety of goals for multiple city agencies.

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 14, 2023

Chester County -- The Academy Of Natural Sciences Of Drexel University: Highlighting Biodiversity - Searching For Snails In The Delaware River Ohio/PA Train Derailment -- Post-Gazette: To Stay Or To Go? Million To Delaware Estuary Program, Including Support For Mussel Hatchery At Philadelphia's Bartram's Gardens [PaEN] -- Dept.

Natural Gas

Academy of Natural Sciences

APRIL 22, 2022

City Nature Challenge is back for 2022! From April 29 to May 2, explorers, nature lovers and citizen scientists will be documenting the plants, animals and fungi in Philadelphia and surrounding counties in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

2022

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

The Watershed Protection Program was established in 2017 through a generous grant from William Penn Foundation and a strong partnership with the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. Posted: September 5, 2022] PA Environment Digest Photo: Water sampling at Ridley Creek State Park , Delaware County.)

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 6, 2022

2 Floating Classroom Focused On Bat Species, The Threats They Face And Their Aquatic Ecosystem Impacts -- Warren Times - Audubon Community Nature Center: Monarch Butterfly Festival Aug. 26-27 -- Academy Of Natural Sciences Of Drexel University Hosts Bug Fest! 27-28 [PaEN] [Posted: August 6, 2022] PA Environment Digest

Natural Sciences

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

8 Election Click Here for latest PA Environmental News Like PA Environment Digest on Facebook Follow PA Environment Digest on Twitter Read Weekly PA Environment Digest [Posted: November 8, 2022] PA Environment Digest 9 Webinar: Tackling The Next Half Century Of Water Challenges.

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Academy of Natural Sciences

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

The Patrick Center for Environmental Research at the Academy of Natural Sciences strives to understand and protect watersheds in this changing world, so in partnership with organizations of the Delaware River Watershed Initiative, water quality monitoring efforts and studies are being conducted in the Delaware River Basin.

Natural Sciences

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 14, 2022

. -- Woman of Lifetime Achievement in Conservation: Carol Collier - Philadelphia County - Carol served for more than 15 years as executive director of the Delaware River Basin Commission before joining the Drexel University’s Academy of Natural Sciences. Posted: June 14, 2022] PA Environment Digest

Conservation

Academy of Natural Sciences

JANUARY 17, 2022

The Academy Kids Club is excited to announce a partnership with the Young United Nations Global Alliance to offer two water-themed challenge badges to Kids Club members in 2022, the Academy’s and Drexel’s Water Year.

2022

Academy of Natural Sciences

MAY 31, 2022

30, 2022 and is free with regular museum admission. Born in N.J. and now living in Queens, N.Y., Phillips’ ground-breaking interactive multi-media installations have been exhibited internationally in museums, festivals, alternative spaces and public spaces. The River Feeds Back runs Wednesday, June 1 through Sunday, Oct.

Technology

PA Environment Daily

MAY 26, 2022

Emphasizing an investigation of local waterways, this project involves a hands-on, inquiry-based, natural science education for 49 different schools and 60 teachers.

Natural Sciences

Academy of Natural Sciences

MAY 5, 2022

Check out our blog from March 2022 for six easy things you can do. This list is just a starting point and there are hundreds of trails that explore the watersheds around Philadelphia. Add your favorites in the comments. Looking for even more ways to get involved in your watershed?

2022

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021

4; Intersection Of Art & Science Storyteller Carolyn Finney Nov. Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- -- PA Bipartisan House/Senate Legislative Climate Caucus: Lists Climate Week Events Sept. 24; Water’s Edge Gala- Award Presentation Nov.

Natural Sciences

Academy of Natural Sciences

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Old Odonata boxes New Odonata boxes There were two major things to keep track of as I worked: firstly, I had to make sure that as I filled boxes, I kept track of the codes written on the old Odonata boxes, because they connected to the Academy’s online database of where everything is kept in the collection.

Environmental Science

Frontiers

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

” One of the leading university presses in China, ZUP was established in 1984 and covers a diverse spectrum of subjects in natural sciences, engineering and technology, the humanities and social sciences, medicine and life sciences.

Technology

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 28, 2022

TODAY Off The Floor: Senate Appropriations Committee meets to consider House Bill 1780 (Armanini-R-Clearfield) extending the sunset dates for underground storage tank cleanup program from June 30, 2022 to December 31, 2027, House Bill 1598 (Boback-R-Luzerne) reassigning floodplain management responsibilities to PEMA from DCED.

Natural Gas

Academy of Natural Sciences

MARCH 16, 2023

We encounter these situations in this summary of three of the new species named by Academy scientists in 2022, plus two new species named FOR Academy scientists. College students and hobbyists often contribute to major discoveries and some of them even grow up to be scientists and make their own discoveries.

2007

Academy of Natural Sciences

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Over 130 delegates from across the country came together on the weekend of September 23 for America’s first ever Local Conference of Youth (LCOY USA), hosted at Drexel University and the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. The office was new to Drexel like LCOY was to the U.S.,

Climate Change

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The MacKays felt the creation of this internship would inspire others like Mark to pursue a career in conservation and natural sciences. “We Posted: December 19, 2022] PA Environment Digest We look forward to seeing the seeds of change sown by all future individuals who take part in this internship program.”

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

MAY 1, 2022

Posted: May 1, 2022] PA Environment Digest Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. Visit the PA Environment Digest Calendar Of Events for more opportunities.

Earth Day

PA Environment Daily

MAY 2, 2022

Email: PaEnviroDigest@gmail.com [Posted: May 2, 2022] PA Environment Digest Million In Growing Greener Plus, Section 319 Water Quality Improvement Grants Lancaster Farming Guest Essay: Growing A Greener Tomorrow EPA Recognizes University Of Pennsylvania Project In Annual Campus RainWorks Challenge Lancaster Clean Water Partners Announced $1.7

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 5, 2022

Posted: June 5, 2022] PA Environment Digest Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. Visit the PA Environment Digest Calendar Of Events for more opportunities.

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

JULY 1, 2022

On July 1, the GIANT Company and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful announced the 45 recipients of the 2022 Healing the Planet grant program. The following organizations are the recipients of a 2022 Healing the Planet grant from The GIANT Company and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful: Maryland The High 5 Initiative, Inc.,

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 16, 2023

Struzzi Holds Out Hope PJM May Keep Coal-Fired Homer City Power Plant Open -- Observer-Report Editorial: Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Plan Serves Economy, Environment, Shapiro Should Stay The Course -- The Express: Bechtel Corp Announced It Will Discontinue Development Of The 1,000 MW Natural Gas-Fired Renovo Energy Center In Clinton County [PaEN] (..)

Natural Gas

Academy of Natural Sciences

AUGUST 28, 2022

Here is an excerpt from the Summer 2022 edition of Drexel Magazine that features the Academy’s Senior Scientist and Wetland Section Leader Elizabeth Watson, PhD, with one of 13 ideas for coping with a changing planet. Each project is exciting in its potential and gives us hope for the future, because the No.

Climate Change

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

To Help Pick PA Parks & Forests Foundation 2022 Photo Contest Winners [PaEN] -- William Penn Foundation, Academy Of Natural Sciences Host Nov. Posted: November 13, 2022] PA Environment Digest 9 Webinar: Tackling The Next Half Century Of Water Challenges.

Natural Gas

Academy of Natural Sciences

AUGUST 2, 2024

I joined Drexel in the fall of 2022, feeling very strongly about all that needs to be done in my country and overwhelmingly confused about how to proceed with my goals. With my colleagues from Living on Earth Through the Academy of Natural Sciences, I found my first co-op with the nationally syndicated public radio show Living on Earth.

Climate Change

Academy of Natural Sciences

OCTOBER 20, 2021

After Drexel and the Academy of Natural Sciences signed an historic affiliation on Oct. One of the most visible and exemplary examples of the Drexel-Academy partnership is the Department of Biodiversity, Earth and Environmental Science (BEES), which was spun off of Drexel’s Biology Department in 2012 with newly redesigned curricula.

Environmental Science

PA Environment Daily

JULY 3, 2022

Posted: July 3, 2022] PA Environment Digest Climate Change Makes Them More Prolific, Intense [PaEN] -- 15th Coal Miner’s Heritage Festival July 10 At The No. 10 [PaEN] -- PA Environmental Council Video: An Unlikely Team Works To Restore Native Woodlands On Reclaimed Mining Site In Cambria County -- PA Environmental Council: $3.7

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