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Academy Of Natural Sciences Of Drexel University Hosts Bug Fest! Aug. 27-28

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The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University will host Bug Fest! Join us at the Academy of Natural Sciences for a wild weekend celebrating a few of our favorite (invertebrate) things. Visit the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University for more information on other educational programs and experiences.

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Stroud Water Research Center, Academy Of Natural Sciences, Shippensburg University: Quantifying The Value Of Forest Protection For Clean Water, Impact Of Remote Working

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The three-year study led by OSI is part of the Delaware River Watershed Initiative, a four-state collaborative funded by William Penn Foundation to restore and protect the watershed that serves as the source of drinking water for 15 million people, including residents of New York City, Trenton, Philadelphia, and Wilmington.

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Telling Our Stories: Gender Minorities in the Sciences at the Academy

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Though their participation in the sciences continues to grow, gender minorities remain underrepresented and face significant challenges. In her story, she encouraged everyone in the sciences to embrace their own changes and their support community.

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Cataloging a Shared Love of Natural History and Books 

Academy of Natural Sciences

The Academy of Natural Sciences has been a part of the Drexel community for over a decade. I’ve done multiple projects in the past few years for my fashion classes that are natural science based, such as my two collections ‘Oceania’ and ‘Insectum’ which are inspired by marine life and monarch butterflies, respectively.

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Science Is for Everyone: Grant Support Helps Share a Love of Birds

Academy of Natural Sciences

.” A skilled artist, Emily Griffith has found a way to use illustration and graphic design to further her passion for communicating science Working in the Academy of Natural Sciences ‘ ornithology department, Griffith’s research focuses on the differences in plumage between male and female ducks.

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Academy Gift Guide for 2022 Holidays

Academy of Natural Sciences

Happy Holidays from the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University! Check out our great gift ideas for that special bookworm, young environmentalist or nature enthusiast in your life. This season, give your family a sustainable feel-good gift that lasts all year — a membership to the Academy of Natural Sciences.

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Washed Away: “Freedom Hill” Explores Flooding Caused by Environmental Racism 

Academy of Natural Sciences

See “Freedom Hill” on Saturday, April 20, at the Academy of Natural Sciences as part of the inaugural film festival, Confluence: Earthly Films for Philadelphia. Instead of the anger being the fuel, it is the love and joy and appreciation of the resilience of the community that fuels me,” Resita said. It will be shown during the 5 p.m.

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