Blog archive: July 2014
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Science
A network of people and places for the study of genetic diversity
Many research sites now provide ongoing observations on genetic diversity, but how can researchers around the world share this information?
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Science
Why the official conservation status of species matters
It's not just a category; it's about directing scarce conservation resources to the species most in need.
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Science
Oar-some addition to the fish collection!
Watch us process the latest addition to the fish collection - a 2.3 m long Oarfish.
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Science
New in the collection: Tasmanian shell necklaces
We recently acquired two stunning shell necklaces by Lola Greeno, which are now on display in our Indigenous Australians Gallery.
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Education
Streamwatch Climate Change Event
The Streamwatch team are supporting our volunteers with a series of events throughout the year across Sydney.
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Explore magazine
William Holmes: enigma
The first custodian of the Australian Museum came to a sticky end in 1831, just two years into the job.
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Science
Behind the Scenes as an intern at the Australian Centre for Wildlife Genomics
The sometimes weird but mainly wonderful experiences of an intern in the Australian Centre for Wildlife Genomics.
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Science
Learning molecular techniques to help combat the illegal wildlife trade
To help combat the illegal wildlife trade in China, I've travelled to Australia to learn new molecular techniques.
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Science
Where will the next volcano erupt in Australia?
The volcanic future of Australia is revealed.
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Science
New bone-stripping crustaceans discovered from the deep-sea
Exploring one of the most poorly-understood ecosystems reveals amazing new species that can teach us about life in their extreme environment
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Science
Watching an anglerfish grow
Most people have never watched a fish 'grow up' in the wild, but over a 5 month period Jayne Jenkins did just that.
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Science
New fossil Longhorn beetle gives us clues to the past
A new fossil longhorn beetle provides a link between early Cretaceous and modern beetles.
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Education
NAIDOC Week 2014
The Australian Museum celebrated Indigenous history, culture and achievements at the NAIDOC in the City.
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Science
Our Global Neighbours: Fragments of World Prehistory
Professor Shellshear and his collection of stone-age artefacts.
