Science Stories

A recently described and evolutionary significant fossil stored in NHMU's paleontology collections was actually evidence of a crime.

A tortoise shell housed in the collections at NHMU offered researchers evidence of nuclear testing near Washington County, Utah.

In the summer of 2023, a community science initiative mapped heat distribution in Salt Lake City with a level of detail never before seen.

Many people admire the beauty and artistry of kachinas, but fewer people realize that authentic kachina figures spring from a deep spiritual tradition.

A look at the ribosome with Nobel laureate Dr. Venki Ramakrishnan.

Learn more about the mineral calcite from experts at the Natural History Museum of Utah.

After six years as chief curator, Randy Irmis will spend six months pursuing his passion: the Triassic Period.

Researchers and members of the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe are the first to publish evidence of wealth-driven patterns in maternal investment among ancient populations

NHMU researchers use Google Earth to help age and examine seasons of growth in Utah's ancient juniper trees.

Insects—often considered pests—have an image problem, and NHMU's executive director is here to help change that!

Gain a greater appreciation of using insects as ingredients in your cooking with these simple recipes.

The honeybee is by no means demonstrative of bee diversity. It’s not even native to Utah.