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Science Alliance: Insectarium
Feb 10, 2025

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"Science Alliance: Insectarium" is a comprehensive learning opportunity offered by the American Museum of Natural History, designed specifically for high school students from 9th to 12th grade. The main objective of the program is to explore the vital role insects play in our New York City community, contributing significantly to the decomposition of the city’s organic matter and pollination of a majority of our food-bearing plants. The course delves into the vast realm of entomology, insect biodiversity, and human health, and highlights the contributions of Museum scientists who have enriched the Insectarium with research and specimens. The curriculum provides hands-on experience with various insect collection methods in the field and preparation techniques in the lab. Students will have the opportunity to utilize the Museum’s insect collections and new technologies to study insects in new and more visible ways. The program is delivered in-person at the Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation, particularly in the Susan and Peter J. Solomon Family Insectarium. The course, which costs $1,000, runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30–6:30 pm, with specific dates outlined in the schedule. Full Fee & Tuition Assistance is available, making it accessible to a wide range of students. By the end of the course, students will have acquired a rich understanding of insect biodiversity and the vital role insects play in our ecosystem. They will have honed their skills in insect collection and preparation techniques, and will have been exposed to digital tools for studying these fascinating creatures. It's an enriching learning opportunity for high school students interested in entomology and biodiversity.

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Rishab Jain