The Smithsonian is pleased to announce its newest Web site – Science at the Smithsonian. The site features stories, photographs and videos that spotlight the groundbreaking work of the Smithsonian’s many distinguished scientists and fellows.  

Newborn Clouded Leopard at the National Zoo's Conservation and Research Center

Whether assessing the impacts of climate change, ushering in the birth of endangered species or unraveling the mysteries of time and space, Smithsonian Scientists are continually examining some of the world’s most critical and time-sensitive problems.

Now we can offer you a glimpse at some of the most vital research being conducted by our cutting-edge scientific team.

Here is just a peek:

Anthropology: Dog Bones Reveal Ecological History of California’s Channel Islands

Biodiversity: Appalachian Trail Survey Aims Hidden Cameras at Large Predators

From a helicopter researcher Pedro Elosegui uses a laptop computer to download GPS data from Helheim Glacier. (Photo by G. Hamilton)

Conservation: Baby Boom of Endangered Species at Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s Conservation and Research Center

Ecology: Research collection of pollen grains given to Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute

Geology:  Andes Mountains are Older than Previously Believed

Astrophysics: Astrophysical Observatory Scientists are Monitoring the Mysterious Movement of Glaciers

Paleobiology: Fossils Show Prehistoric Global Warming

Visit Science at the Smithsonian today.