Blog archive:
Science

We have a lot of big stuff at the Museum - finding a home for it has its problems.

At an important pathways to higher education event, we presented objects from our Pacific Collection and talked with future students.

A Samurai of Antarctic Exploration.

By following individual frogs in the rainforest, we reveal that hot frogs are less likely to be infected with a potentially deadly fungus.

Biting your tongue takes on a whole new meaning when it comes to these parasites, says marine biologist Melissa Beata Martin.

Frogs in the arid-zone may not be safe from a potentially deadly disease.

Historical context.

Dr George Henry Abbott contributed a remarkable 25 years as a Trustee of the Australian Museum.

A photographer's notes from a survey for the conservation of Australian robins in western NSW.

An unusual catch brought Big Fish Small Boats's Al McGlashan (and his camera crew) to my lab space at the Museum.

This important day for New Zealanders was also an important chance for our Cultural Collections staff to engage with the community.

Taking artifacts to the young and offering cultural information sessions and workshops.

Long journey and long history.

Life and the material possession.

What is Waitangi Day and how is the Museum involved in this year's celebrations?