Academy’s Soiree Recognizes Excellence in Science
It was an evening celebrating innovation, discovery, and leaders in science during the Academy's Soirée.
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Nick Fetty
Digital Content Manager, The New York Academy of Sciences
Adjunct Instructor in Mass Media, Kirkwood Community College
Nick is the digital content manager for The New York Academy of Sciences. He has a BA and MA in journalism from the University of Iowa as well as more than a decade of experience in STEM communications. Nick is also an adjunct instructor in mass media at Kirkwood Community College.
From the Academy Blog
Dedicated to Advancing Pharmaceutical Science
Dr. Bourla, CEO of Pfizer, was recently recognized by the Academy for outstanding contributions to science.
Jared Lipworth Honored for Advancing Science Comms
The producer of science programming was recently recognized for his impactful storytelling through film.
From Battling “Deep Sea Monsters” to Conserving Them
“Battling Deep Sea Monsters” could have been listed on the resume of Academy fellow Robert Murphy.
Janet Tobias Recognized for Advancing Science Comms
The Emmy and Peabody Award winner was one of four Honorees recently recognized.
The Immeasurable Impact of an Effective Mentor
From Cameroon to NYC, good mentors have shaped Prof. Mananga. He's now paying it forward.
The Academy Recognizes Yann LeCun for Advancing AI
The VP and Chief AI Scientist at Meta was recognized for his outstanding contributions to science.
Exploring 100 Years of Artificial Intelligence
Dr. Alok Aggarwal discussed his new book on the past, present, and future of artificial intelligence.
From Surveying Railroads to Designing Durable Clothes
One of the Academy’s early members combined his engineering experience with his entrepreneurial instinct.
Leading the Fight Against Tuberculosis and Syphilis
One of the Academy’s earliest Honorary Members helped to advance medicine in the early 20th century.
A Social Scientist and Social Critic
One of the Academy's early Fellows advanced our anthropological understandings of Native tribes and promoted feminism.
Academy’s Past: Fire Leads to Academy Setback
A devastating fire would destroy the Lyceum’s priceless collection that took half a century to assemble.
Advancing Cancer Research and Therapies
The Academy’s role in combatting this deadly disease dates to the 1940s and continues through programming today.
Academy's Past: A Generous Gift and a New Home
The Lyceum’s next home provided sufficient space for its collection on display as well as its library.
Artificial Intelligence and Animal Group Behavior
Linking cognitive strategy, neural mechanisms, movement statistics, and artificial intelligence to better understand animal group behavior.
165 Years of 'On the Origin of Species'
A significant contribution to the scientific world more than a century and a half after its publication.
From Neural Networks to Reinforcement Learning to Game Theory
Experts shared their latest research and the broader potential of AI during the Machine Learning Symposium.
A Case for Going to Bat for the Bats
New research shows that action is necessary to protect the wellbeing of these winged mammals in North America.
Academy’s Past – A Home to Ourselves
The Lyceum moved into its own standalone space in 1836. Unfortunately, this would be short-lived.
Deepfakes and Democracy in the Digital Age
Science can be the key to combatting misinformation in the 2024 U.S. Presidental Election.
Beyond the Beaches: Revealing the Real Puerto Rico II
This scientific excursion proved to be one of The Academy's greatest early 20th century achievements.
A New Perspective to Sustainable Reef Restoration
It will require a group effort from scientists, artists, and the public to protect Earth's vital coral reefs.
The New Age of the United States of Science
Scientists, engineers, educators, policymakers, and the public must work together to ensure the United States remains globally competitive.
Academy’s Past – A Need for More Space
The Lyceum’s third home was temporary, until funds were raised for a standalone facility.
15 Years of Advancing Machine Learning Research
The Academy is at the forefront of this exciting subfield of artificial intelligence.
Beyond the Beaches: Revealing the Real Puerto Rico I
Relatively little was known about the small Caribbean Island prior to the Academy's 20th century scientific surveys.
Singing Lemurs Strike a Chord with Scientists
New research shows these peculiar primates may have played an evolutionary role in humans' ability to sing.
Academy’s Past: A Budding Institution
By the early 19th century, the Lyceum established “the richest collection of reptiles and fish in the country.”
The Fraught and Fruitful Future of Fungi
The humble fungi are part of our daily lives from food and therapy to entertainment and biomaterials.
A Life in Defiance of Gravity
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