Science Stories

Amid the lush tropical forests of Tanzania’s Usambara Mountains—a biodiversity hotspot teeming with species found nowhere else on Earth—life is unravelling.

Dinosaur lovers unite — we’re kicking off the holiday season at NHMU in typical museum fashion by diving into a 12-day dinosaur review!

A paleoecologist examines the history of Laguna de San Diego through its sediment.

Authentic storytelling brings people together — like when Rosabelle Shepherd and George Sumner connected through NHMU and a shared identity as storytellers.

Nuucichthys rhynchocephalus, a new fossil species from Utah’s West Desert, offers a glimpse into the evolution of animal life in the Cambrian.

Curious about our underwater cousins? Check out five astonishing things orcas and humans have in common.

Adding to our collection is always an exciting process, and we’re eager to show you the two new pieces NHMU acquired at the 2024 Indigenous Art Market.

Randy Irmis' ongoing research into the Triassic Period, set against Argentina’s fossil-rich landscape, is deepening our understanding of this pivotal era.

It didn't just burn. It caused an entire city to vanish within hours. NHMU discusses the shocking story behind "Fire Weather" with author John Vaillant.

Meet Ally the Allosaurus, the first dinosaur exhibit at the newly expanded Salt Lake City International Airport.

Tarantulas can be spotted around Utah's deserts and foothills from late summer to early autumn. Here's everything you need to know about these harmless friends.

Learn more about Allosaurus, the impressive predator of the Late Jurassic that is featured in the Salt Lake City Airport.