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SUMMARY:Moriarty Science Seminar: Biogeographic and socioeconomic drivers of global insect invasions
DESCRIPTION:R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Biogeographic and socioeconomic drivers of global insect invasions\nSpeaker: Andrew Liebhold\, US Forest Service\, Morgantown\, WV \nBiological invasions are largely an unintended consequence of globalization. With increasing mobility\, humans have accidentally transported organisms around the world\, breaking the geographical boundaries that separated species ranges that persisted for millions of years of evolution. Among animals\, insects are the most numerous group of species\, with thousands of insect species having been established outside of their native ranges and many of these species causing immense impacts on agriculture\, human health and conservation of native ecosystems. \nHere\, we report on an analysis of historical insect invasions in 11 world regions. We use these data to compare frequencies of invasions among different insect orders and among different insect families. Certain groups\, such as the Hemiptera\, Formicidae and the Staphylinidae are generally over-represented in non-native insect assemblages\, while other taxa are under-represented. These patterns generally reflect characteristics of these insects that cause them to enter important invasion pathways and biological characteristics that facilitate invasions. These results ultimately can be of use when conducting invasive pest risk analysis. \nRegister Now
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/moriarty-science-seminar-moriarty-science-seminar-biogeographic-and-socioeconomic-drivers-of-global-insect-invasions/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211203T190000
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SUMMARY:December Nature Crawl (21+)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun and new to do in Pittsburgh?\nJoin friendly museum staff on a 21+ self-guided crawl through some of the museum’s exhibitions. Explore museum spaces like you’ve never seen them before\, including new drop-in style activities like chats with scientists\, flashlight tours\, a scavenger hunt\, animal meet-and-greets\, and more.  \nAll tickets include a drink purchase from the bar. Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and light snacks will be available for purchase.\n Pre-registration is required.\n \n\nNature Crawl\nFriday\, December 3\, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.21+\n[swcheckout site=”6″ item=”110419″]\n\n 
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/nature-crawl-21/
LOCATION:At the Museum\, 4400 Forbes Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213-4007\, United States
CATEGORIES:21+ Hours and Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T140000
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SUMMARY:Winter Family Nature Walk at Powdermill
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we hit the trails for a guided nature walk! We’ll meet in the atrium of the Powdermill Nature Center at 2 p.m. before heading outside to explore. This family-friendly experience is open to participants of all ages.\n Pre-registration is required. \n\nFamily Nature Walk\nSaturday\, December 4\, 2 p.m.\n[swaddtocart site=”6″ item=”109109″]\nSold out? Sign up for our waitlist!\n\n 
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/family-nature-walk-at-powdermill-11/
LOCATION:Powdermill Nature Reserve\, 1795 Route 381\, Rector\, PA\, 15677\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211206T130000
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SUMMARY:Moriarty Science Seminar: Building a Practice of Community Archaeology at Indian Run/Pandenarium
DESCRIPTION:R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Building a Practice of Community Archaeology at Indian Run/Pandenarium (Site 36ME253)\nSpeaker: Angela Jaillet-Wentling\, PA DCNR \nAt the Indian Run or Pandenarium settlement site (36ME253)\, archaeology helps shine a light on the story of a free African American community in the Antebellum North. Twentieth century histories focused heavily on the enslavers and the white community surrounding the settlement\, but the archaeological insight provided by the work undertaken by graduate students at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (Angela Jaillet-Wentling\, 2011 and Samantha Taylor\, 2018) has begun to tell the stories of the Black community itself. By fleshing out the history lying underfoot\, archaeological investigation has helped to generate descendant interest and involvement moving forward\, as well as bridge the gap from past to present peoples. As one of several collaborators\, work has focused not on a retelling but on developing a more nuanced and in-depth understanding of the settlement’s history. By adding more context to our understanding\, a far more complex picture emerges of how the inhabitants fashioned a life of their own making from a structured landscape. \nRegister Now
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/moriarty-science-seminar-building-a-practice-of-community/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211211T140000
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CREATED:20211130T152322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T152322Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Explorers: Hibernation
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 8 to 12 and an accompanying adult are invited into the Netting Classroom to join us for a hands-on investigation of the natural world! With the weather turning colder\, we will explore hibernation as a survival adaptation. We will meet in the Netting Classroom at 2 p.m.\, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required as space is limited; masks are required indoors. \n[swcheckout site=”6″ item=”109113″]
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/nature-explorers-hibernation/
LOCATION:Powdermill Nature Reserve\, 1795 Route 381\, Rector\, PA\, 15677\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211213T130000
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SUMMARY:Moriarty Science Seminar: Is climate change shading out our forest wildflowers?
DESCRIPTION:R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Is climate change shading out our forest wildflowers?\nSpeaker: Ben Lee\, Ph.D.\, Botany at CMNH \nDescription coming soon. \nRegister Now
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/moriarty-science-seminar-is-climate-change-shading-out-our-forest-wildflowers/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T100000
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Hours: Holiday Activities
DESCRIPTION:Explore the museum in a sensory friendly environment. Tours and quiet zones will be available for all guests. \n\nSaturday\, December 18\, 2021\n8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. \n[swaddtocart site=”6″ item=”105448″]\n[swaddtocart site=”6″ item=”105452″]\n\nSponsors
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/sensory-friendly-hours-3/
LOCATION:At the Museum\, 4400 Forbes Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213-4007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Hours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20211119T184834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211119T184834Z
UID:18472-1639828800-1639843200@carnegiemnh.org
SUMMARY:Super Science Saturday: Holidays Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Explore holiday traditions from around the world with Jólakötturinn (Jóla for short)\, the Icelandic Yule Cat. Solve Jóla’s riddles on a scavenger hunt to earn goodies\, learn how to play dreidel\, and enjoy a memorable holiday afternoon at the museum. \n\n\n[swaddtocarttimed site=”6″ group=”279″ sw_msg_add_to_cart=”Items have been added.Proceed to Cart.“]\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors\n Super Science Saturdays are sponsored by PA Cyber\, TribLIVE\, and Tender Care Learning Centers\, a proud partner of Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh.
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/super-science-saturday-holidays-around-the-world-3/
LOCATION:At the Museum\, 4400 Forbes Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213-4007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Happening During Your Visit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211219T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211219T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20210127T221456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T132633Z
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Hours
DESCRIPTION:Explore the museum in a sensory friendly environment. Tours and quiet zones will be available for all guests. \n\nSunday\, December 19\, 2021\n8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. \n[swaddtocart site=”6″ item=”105449″]\n[swaddtocart site=”6″ item=”105451″]\n\nSponsors
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/sensory-friendly-hours-4/
LOCATION:At the Museum\, 4400 Forbes Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213-4007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Hours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20211222T161923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211222T161923Z
UID:18601-1641816000-1641819600@carnegiemnh.org
SUMMARY:Moriarty Science Seminar: Resilience and adaptation to climate change and environmental shifts in ancient Egypt and Nubia
DESCRIPTION:R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Resilience and adaptation to climate change and environmental shifts in ancient Egypt and Nubia- the 4.2 ka BP and 3.2 ka BP events reconsidered\nSpeakers: Nadine Moeller and Emilie Sarrazin \nIn the history of ancient Egypt\, two periods of important societal change have often been linked to major climatic events: the transition from the Old Kingdom to the First Intermediate Period\, connected with the so-called “4.2 ka BP event\,” and the end of the New Kingdom\, roughly associated with the “3.2 ka BP event.” In both instances\, seemingly unprecedented periods of aridification are thought to have had a direct impact on the (dis)organization of ancient societies in Egypt\, Nubia\, and the broader Near East. While the appeal of such a theory is undeniable\, the proxy data on which this narrative is based are rarely critically assessed\, and the link between the environmental and historical data is rarely conclusively made. \nThis lecture proposes to re-examine the evidence for both climatic and sociocultural changes at the end of the Old and the New Kingdoms in Egypt and Nubia\, with a particular focus on settlement data. The growth\, contraction\, shifting\, and abandonment of sites often reflect important changes happening beyond their bounds. In this regard\, the benefits and limitations of using proxy data to explain changes in those settlement patterns will be reviewed\, particularly when these changes coincided with periods traditionally associated with societal “collapse” in the scholarly literature. \nRegister Now \nEvent photograph copyright Gregory Marouard
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/moriarty-science-seminar-climate-change-egypt/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20211222T161356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T175515Z
UID:18600-1642248000-1642262400@carnegiemnh.org
SUMMARY:Super Science Saturday: Polar Party
DESCRIPTION:Chill out and celebrate the coldest days of the year with your family at the museum! Follow a scavenger hunt of frosty clues to learn how plants and animals have adapted to survive in polar environments. Plus\, try our rockhopper penguin rock course and chat with museum staff about polar bears and Dippy the dinosaur.  \n\n\n[swaddtocarttimed site=”6″ group=”279″ sw_msg_add_to_cart=”Items have been added.Proceed to Cart.“]\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors\n Super Science Saturdays are sponsored by PA Cyber\, TribLIVE\, and Tender Care Learning Centers\, a proud partner of Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh.
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/super-science-saturday-polar-party/
LOCATION:At the Museum\, 4400 Forbes Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213-4007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Happening During Your Visit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20220111T175914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T175914Z
UID:18659-1643025600-1643029200@carnegiemnh.org
SUMMARY:Moriarty Science Seminar: Understanding the Mid-Atlantic Flora...One Specimen at a Time
DESCRIPTION:R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Understanding the Mid-Atlantic Flora…One Specimen at a Time\nSpeakers: Cindy Skema\, Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania \nPlant collections and their archiving in herbaria form a cornerstone in the foundation of plant science studies. We will discuss the why\, how\, and where of this work\, as well as the process of digitization\, i.e.\, how we bring these invaluable specimens into the digital realm. The Mid-Atlantic Megalopolis (MAM) Project\, a National Science Foundation funded collaboration between 13 institutions including Carnegie Museum of Natural History\, has enabled the digitization of >1.2 million specimens since 2016 and the creation of a virtual consortium of herbaria throughout the Mid-Atlantic. I will introduce the project\, its participants\, and outcomes. We will end with a consideration of Ripariosida hermaphrodita (Virginia mallow)\, a case study that uses MAM data to better understand the biology of a plant that is threatened in the Mid-Atlantic region. \nPhoto description:\nClose-up of a high resolution image of an herbarium specimen of Cornus florida (flowering dogwood)\, taken as part of the MAM Project’s herbarium digitization efforts. Copyright Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania. \nRegister Now
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/moriarty-science-seminar-understanding-mid-atlantic-flora/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20211220T164127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211220T171243Z
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SUMMARY:Family Nature Walk at Powdermill
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we hit the trails for a guided nature walk! We’ll meet in the atrium of the Powdermill Nature Center at 2 pm before heading outside to explore. This family-friendly experience is open to participants of all ages. Pre-registration is required as space is limited.\n Pre-registration is required. \n\nFamily Nature Walk\nSaturday\, February 5\, 2022 2 p.m.\n[swcheckout site=”6″ item=”111208″]\nSold out? Sign up for our waitlist!\n\n 
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/family-nature-walk-at-powdermill-12/
LOCATION:Powdermill Nature Reserve\, 1795 Route 381\, Rector\, PA\, 15677\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T170000
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UID:18626-1644660000-1644685200@carnegiemnh.org
SUMMARY:Super Science Saturday: We Love Nature
DESCRIPTION:Looking for family-friendly things to do this February? Celebrate Palentine’s Day at the museum! Today is all about finding the pulse that connects us all. Get your own heart pumping by doing the waggle dance and trying other active challenges. Discover surprising examples of cooperation between different species—whether it’s ants caring for aphids or birds helping crocodiles keep their smiles looking new\, everyone needs a friend!  \n\n\n[swaddtocarttimed site=”6″ group=”279″ sw_msg_add_to_cart=”Items have been added.Proceed to Cart.“]\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors\n Super Science Saturdays are sponsored by PA Cyber\, TribLIVE\, and Tender Care Learning Centers\, a proud partner of Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh.
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/super-science-saturday-we-love-nature/
LOCATION:At the Museum\, 4400 Forbes Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213-4007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Happening During Your Visit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220220T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20211220T165915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T140230Z
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SUMMARY:Science and Nature Lecture with Mason Heberling
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore seasonal natural history phenomena of Powdermill Nature Reserve! A lecture will be given in the Parker Room at 2 pm\, followed by a short outdoor exploration. Lectures are structured for adult audiences\, and children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required as space is limited\, and masks are required inside the Nature Center. \nLecture: “Hang in there: spring flowers and winter leaves” \nAssistant Curator of Botany Dr. Mason Heberling will talk about his work on the impacts of our changing climate and introduced species on our forest wildflowers. He will also talk about a project at Powdermill on those deciduous leaves that remain on branches in winter\, a phenomenon known as marcescence.  The talk will end with a hike\, looking for winter leaves and signs of spring wildflowers. \n[swcheckout site=”6″ item=”111232″]
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/science-and-nature-lecture-2/
LOCATION:Powdermill Nature Reserve\, 1795 Route 381\, Rector\, PA\, 15677\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20220202T144333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T144626Z
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SUMMARY:Moriarty Science Seminar: Rethinking Plant Heat Tolerances and Photosynthetic Strategies of Tropical Plants
DESCRIPTION:R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Rethinking Plant Heat Tolerances and Photosynthetic Strategies of Tropical Plants\nSpeakers: Timothy Perez \n \nStomata and leaf size thermoregulatory traits\, a thermograph of leaves\, and a tropical forest. \nAbstract: As climate changes so too do the compositions of terrestrial plant communities that sequester carbon and mitigate climate change. However\, the physiological mechanisms underpinning these changes are unclear. To understand these mechanisms\, Perez and collaborators studied the photosynthetic heat tolerances (PHTs) and carbon assimilation strategies of tropical plants. In this talk he discusses their findings\, which suggest that scientists need to rethink how PHTs are measured and assumed to influence plant performance. He also presents research that highlights how plant PHTs are unlikely to improve carbon assimilation at high temperatures\, but may characterize thermal generalists with slow resource acquisition strategies. Finally\, he presents a case-study using the genus Scalesia\, endemic to the Galapagos\, that indicates how climate selects for different photosynthetic strategies. \nBio: Timothy grew up in Upstate New York and in 2010 obtained a BSc in plant biology from the University of Vermont. After four years of working for NGO’s\, the Bureau of Land Management\, and as a research assistant\, Timothy started a PhD in the Feeley Lab at the University of Miami. After obtaining his PhD in 2019\, Timothy began a postdoctoral position in the Michaletz Lab at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver\, Canada\, where he is currently a Killam Postdoctoral Scholar. Timothy’s research focuses on how plant ecophysiology can be used to understand plant responses to climate change\, and he is motivated by a desire to develop tools that aid plant conservation. \nRegister Now
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/moriarty-science-seminar-rethinking-plant-heat-tolerances-and-photosynthetic-strategies-of-tropical-plants/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220225T220000
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SUMMARY:Nature Crawl (21+)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun and new to do in Pittsburgh?\nMask up\, and see the museum in a new light! Join museum staff on a 21+ self-guided crawl through select exhibitions. Enjoy drop-in style activities including chats with scientific experts\, tours\, animal meet and greets\, and more. Join in as many activities as you like to customize your own Nature Crawl experience. Whether you enjoy engaging with scientists\, solving scavenger hunt clues\, or just being in the museum after hours\, Nature Crawl has something for you. \nBeverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and light snacks will be available for purchase.  \nFeatured exhibitions include Dinosaurs in Their Time\, Discovery Basecamp\, Age of Mammals: Cenozoic Era\, PaleoLab\, and Hillman Hall of Minerals and Gems. \nPre-registration is required.\n \n\nPlease note: For your safety and the safety of those around you\, all those attending this event must be fully vaccinated and show proof of Covid-19 vaccination (final vaccine must be dated at least 14 days prior to the event) at their time of entry with a valid ticket. Proof of vaccination can be shown via the physical card\, a photo of your card\, or digital vaccination passport apps. In addition\, all those in attendance must wear a face mask that covers both the nose and mouth. Guests who do not follow posted safety guidelines or instructions from staff will be asked to leave the premises. Failure to comply with this policy or rude or aggressive behavior will not be tolerated. Please see our Visitor Conduct Policy for more information. \n\nNature Crawl\nFriday\, February 25\, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.21+\n[swcheckout site=”6″ item=”111164″]\n\n 
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/nature-crawl-21-2/
LOCATION:At the Museum\, 4400 Forbes Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213-4007\, United States
CATEGORIES:21+ Hours and Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T130000
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SUMMARY:Moriarty Science Seminar: The mysterious megaraptorids: giant-clawed meat-eating dinosaurs from the southern continents
DESCRIPTION:R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: The mysterious megaraptorids: giant-clawed meat-eating dinosaurs from the southern continents\nSpeakers: Matt Lamanna\, Carnegie Museum of Natural History \nArticulated antebrachium (forearm) and manus (hand) of eponymous megaraptorid Megaraptor namunhuaiquii. The largest\, innermost claw at right is approximately 40 cm (~16 inches) in length. Credit: Wikipedia (raffaele sergi from Pinerolo\, Italia – dinosauri 013 Uploaded by FunkMonk).\n  \nThe field team celebrates the discovery of the most complete adult skeleton of the megaraptorid Megaraptor namunhuaiquii yet found\, on the shore of Lago Barreales\, Neuquén Province\, northern Patagonia\, Argentina. Credit: Matt Lamanna.\nAbstract: Over the past quarter-century\, paleontological field explorations in landmasses that once comprised the Southern Hemisphere supercontinent of Gondwana have yielded fossil finds representing a host of new and unusual dinosaurs. Among the most extraordinary of these are Megaraptoridae\, an enigmatic group of large-bodied\, Cretaceous-aged (~125–66 million-year-old) theropods (generally predatory dinosaurs) characterized by low and elongate skulls\, proportionally small but sharp teeth\, extensively air-filled bones\, and\, most strikingly\, powerfully built forelimbs tipped with enormous claws on the innermost two digits. In this R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar\, Dr. Lamanna will present several of he and his Argentine collaborators’ recent megaraptorid discoveries and their implications for scientific understanding of the anatomy\, phylogenetic relationships\, and paleoecology of these mysterious Cretaceous carnivores. Among these finds are two exceptionally preserved skeletons that cast significant new light on megaraptorid morphology and evolutionary history\, strengthening the hypothesis that these animals are Gondwanan cousins of tyrannosaurids\, the theropod group that includes the notorious Tyrannosaurus rex. \nBio: Matt Lamanna is the Mary R. Dawson Associate Curator of Vertebrate Paleontology and the principal dinosaur researcher at Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Born and raised in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York\, he received his B.Sc. from Hobart College in 1997 and his M.Sc. and Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1999 and 2004\, respectively. Within the past 25 years\, he has directed or co-directed field expeditions to Antarctica\, Argentina\, Australia\, China\, Croatia\, Egypt\, and Greenland that have resulted in the discovery of numerous new species of dinosaurs and other fossil animals from the Cretaceous Period\, the third and final time period of the Age of Dinosaurs; indeed\, he is one of only a handful of paleontologists to have found dinosaur fossils on all seven continents. Lamanna served as chief scientific advisor to Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s $36M Dinosaurs in Their Time exhibition and has appeared on television programs for PBS (NOVA)\, the Discovery Channel\, the History Channel\, A&E\, the Science Channel\, and more. \nRegister Now
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/moriarty-science-seminar-the-mysterious-megaraptorids-giant-clawed-meat-eating-dinosaurs-from-the-southern-continents/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220305T150000
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SUMMARY:Family Nature Walk at Powdermill
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we hit the trails for a guided nature walk! We’ll meet in the atrium of the Powdermill Nature Center at 2 pm before heading outside to explore. This family-friendly experience is open to participants of all ages. Pre-registration is required as space is limited.\n Pre-registration is required. \n\nFamily Nature Walk\nSaturday\, March 5\, 2022 2 p.m.\n[swcheckout site=”6″ item=”111209″]\nSold out? Sign up for our waitlist!\n\n 
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/family-nature-walk-at-powdermill-13/
LOCATION:Powdermill Nature Reserve\, 1795 Route 381\, Rector\, PA\, 15677\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20220216T191330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220216T191330Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Night at Carnegie Museum of Natural History
DESCRIPTION:Calling all teens! Carnegie Museum of Natural History invites you to explore the museum with a free open house featuring a look at extraordinary specimens\, meet and greets with live animals\, a chance to get creative with a climate banner and write a message to the future\, tour the museum\, and have a snack and relax in a teens-only lounge. \nWhether you’ve already signed up for a FREE Teen Membership from Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh\, or just want to see what it’s all about – we hope you’ll stop by!  \nPlease register early on the Carnegie Museums Membership website to secure your FREE ticket as capacity is limited. Open to everyone ages 13-18. \nLearn more and sign up
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/teen-night-at-carnegie-museum-of-natural-history/
LOCATION:At the Museum\, 4400 Forbes Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213-4007\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220314T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20220304T174324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T175007Z
UID:18992-1647259200-1647262800@carnegiemnh.org
SUMMARY:Moriarty Science Seminar: Integrating the living and the dead: how functional traits can improve our understanding of early Cenozoic fern evolution
DESCRIPTION:R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Integrating the living and the dead: how functional traits can improve our understanding of early Cenozoic fern evolution\nSpeaker: Molly Ng\, Carnegie Museum of Natural History \nAbstract:Plants have different economic strategies to grow\, survive\, and reproduce. In leaves\, these strategies are important in producing energy for the entire plant. Leaf mass per area (LMA)\, the ratio of leaf area to dry mass\, is one way we can compare different strategies and has been shown to provide valuable insights about relative growth rates\, productivity of plants within their environment\, and even evolution. Ferns are important environmental and ecological indicators yet are not as well studied as angiosperms. The majority of modern ferns are considered ecological opportunists\, hypothesized to have evolved as a response to angiosperm dominance ~55 million years ago\, which also coincides with early Cenozoic climatic events. It is unclear whether ecological opportunity or climate is responsible for modern fern radiation\, but LMA may provide insights into ecological opportunity. Using collections\, both living (Powdermill Nature Reserve) and dead (herbarium and fossil specimens)\, Molly Ng estimates LMA across ferns to test whether “new” ferns strategize differently from “old” ferns. She determines plant response to atmospheric carbon dioxide and temperature\, and tests phylogenetic conservation of traits across lineages. Finally\, she introduces the work she is doing with fossils\, which will ultimately improve our understanding of trait evolution and function within ferns.\n. \nRegister Now
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/moriarty-science-seminar-cenozoic-ferns/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220318T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220318T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20220301T210625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T210625Z
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SUMMARY:Game Night at Powdermill Nature Reserve
DESCRIPTION:Learn and play the award-winning game Wingspan. Bird enthusiasts and board gamers love the game\, which features beautiful artwork\, fun bird facts\, and engaging strategies. Open to all\, whether this is your first or hundredth time playing. Masks will be required indoors. Pre-registration required. \n[swcheckout site=”6″ item=”112708″]
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/game-night-at-powdermill-nature-reserve/
LOCATION:Powdermill Nature Reserve\, 1795 Route 381\, Rector\, PA\, 15677\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20220203T140619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T140619Z
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SUMMARY:Super Science Saturday: Monster Fish
DESCRIPTION:What lurks in the deep? Explore the science and lore of elusive giant fish and discover their unique evolutionary advantages. Go on a fish-themed scavenger hunt through the museum and immerse yourself in all things aquatic. Meet fishing enthusiasts and scientists who care for local ponds\, streams\, and rivers and learn how you can play an active role in conserving local ecosystems. Activities are designed for kids ages 7–12 and their families.  \n\n\n[swaddtocarttimed site=”6″ group=”279″ sw_msg_add_to_cart=”Items have been added.Proceed to Cart.“]\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors\n Super Science Saturdays are sponsored by PA Cyber\, TribLIVE\, and Tender Care Learning Centers\, a proud partner of Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh.
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/super-science-saturday-monster-fish/
LOCATION:At the Museum\, 4400 Forbes Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213-4007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Happening During Your Visit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220320T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20211220T175951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T195913Z
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SUMMARY:Science and Nature Lecture with Matt Lamanna
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore natural history phenomena at Powdermill Nature Reserve! A lecture will be given in the Parker Room at 2 pm\, followed by a short outdoor exploration. Lectures are structured for adult audiences\, and children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required. \nOver the past 25 years\, paleontological field explorations in Patagonia\, Argentina have yielded fossil finds representing a host of new and unusual dinosaurs. Among the most extraordinary of these are Megaraptoridae\, an enigmatic group of large-bodied\, Cretaceous-aged predatory dinosaurs characterized by low and elongate skulls\, extensively air-filled bones\, and\, most strikingly\, powerfully built forelimbs tipped with enormous claws on the innermost two fingers. In this lecture\, Dr. Lamanna will present several of he and his Argentine collaborators’ recent megaraptorid discoveries and their implications for scientific understanding of the anatomy\, evolutionary relationships\, and lifestyles of these mysterious Cretaceous carnivores. Among these finds are two new\, exceptionally preserved megaraptorid partial skeletons that\, once fully analyzed\, promise to significantly enhance our knowledge of these distinctive dinosaurs. \n[swcheckout site=”6″ item=”111233″] \nProgram participants and visitors are expected to adhere to the public health guidance and Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh procedures in place at the time of their visit.
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/science-and-nature-lecture-3/
LOCATION:Powdermill Nature Reserve\, 1795 Route 381\, Rector\, PA\, 15677\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T140000
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SUMMARY:Educator Webinar: Specimens\, Artifacts and Adventure: Supporting All Learners During Pandemic Disruptions
DESCRIPTION:Two years ago\, as Carnegie Museum of Natural History (CMNH) and partner educational organizations experienced lockdowns\, staff furloughs\, and other COVID-19 related disruptions\, continued communication with the teachers and other educators we had long served informed decisions about necessary and frequently drastic program adjustments. In this three-segment session\, presenters from Carnegie Museum of Natural History and Tree Pittsburgh\, an environmental non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the city’s urban forest\, will share lessons learned about engaging neuro-atypical learners in virtual space\, overcoming the challenge of gaining and retaining the attention of scattered remote audience members\, and how the primacy of authentic objects in learning is not diminished through a virtual interface. Time for participant questions will be provided. \nAvailable for one hour of Professional Development credit! \nLearn more and register for the free webinar on Share My Lesson! \n\nPresenters\n\n\nPatrick McSheaProgram OfficerCarnegie Museum of Natural History\n\nJoe StavishAssociate Director of EducationTree Pittsburgh\n\n\n\nMandi LyonProgram Manager: School & Group ProgramsCarnegie Museum of Natural History\n\nJohn BitsuraProgram Manager: Offsite ProgramsCarnegie Museum of Natural History
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/educator-webinar-specimens-artifacts-and-adventure-supporting-all-learners-during-pandemic-disruptions/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220328T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220328T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20220318T174638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T174638Z
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SUMMARY:Moriarty Science Seminar: Eavesdropping on wildlife: Realizing the potential of autonomous acoustic surveys for ecology and conservation biology
DESCRIPTION:R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Eavesdropping on wildlife: Realizing the potential of autonomous acoustic surveys for ecology and conservation biology\nSpeaker: Tessa Rhinehart\, University of Pittsburgh \nAbstract:: In an era of rapid global change\, it is critically important to understand how anthropogenic actions like habitat disturbance and restoration affect wildlife populations. Ecologists and conservation biologists are increasingly applying autonomous survey methods to study these questions at large scales. Autonomous surveys involve using passive sensors such as camera traps and autonomous acoustic recorders to gather data on the species present in a location. To interpret the large data sets that such sensors produce\, many practitioners are turning to machine learning algorithms that can identify the species captured in these data.\nHowever\, these machine learning-driven approaches come with several drawbacks. For example\, algorithms regularly misidentify species and their accuracy can differ between datasets. Interpreting this error-prone output poses challenges that this work aims to address. This talk will describe three case studies applying autonomous acoustic recorders to study bird populations. It will identify common obstacles in using such approaches and discuss how to overcome these obstacles to test ecological theories and conserve biodiversity in a changing world. \n. \nRegister Now
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/moriarty-science-seminar-eavesdropping-on-wildlife/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20220301T211621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T171210Z
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SUMMARY:Woodcock Walk at Powdermill Nature Reserve
DESCRIPTION:What makes that noise that sounds like “Peent” in the night? Woodcocks! Join us as we track down these amazing timberdoodles to hear and see their stunning sky dance. We’ll walk from the Nature Center to a field where they regularly display. This is a family-friendly event. Bring outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather and a headlamp. This event is weather dependent and will be canceled if it is raining. \n[swcheckout site=”6″ item=”112711″]\n[This event was rescheduled from March 25 due to inclement weather.]\nCan’t make this date? Another Woodcock Walk is happening April 8!\nProgram participants and visitors are expected to adhere to the public health guidance and Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh procedures in place at the time of their visit.
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/woodcock-walk-at-powdermill-nature-reserve/
LOCATION:Powdermill Nature Reserve\, 1795 Route 381\, Rector\, PA\, 15677\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T150000
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SUMMARY:Family Nature Walk at Powdermill
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we hit the trails for a guided nature walk! We’ll meet in the atrium of the Powdermill Nature Center at 2 pm before heading outside to explore. This family-friendly experience is open to participants of all ages. Pre-registration is required as space is limited.\n Pre-registration is required. \n\nFamily Nature Walk\nSaturday\, April 2\, 2022 2 p.m.\n[swcheckout site=”6″ item=”111210″]\nSold out? Sign up for our waitlist!\nProgram participants and visitors are expected to adhere to the public health guidance and Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh procedures in place at the time of their visit.\n 
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/family-nature-walk-at-powdermill-14/
LOCATION:Powdermill Nature Reserve\, 1795 Route 381\, Rector\, PA\, 15677\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220404T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220404T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T174957Z
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SUMMARY:Moriarty Science Seminar: Dead shells speak: detecting unsuspected ecosystem change without being there
DESCRIPTION:R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Dead shells speak: detecting unsuspected ecosystem change without being there\nSpeaker: Susan Kidwell\, University of Chicago \nAbstract:One of the major challenges for environmental management and conservation biology is simply discovering ‘what was natural’ before human impacts. This problem is especially pressing in marine systems\, where biological monitoring and other records are brief or lacking. This question can be tackled locally in a geologically common-sensical way. First\, we compare local dead-shell assemblages — sieved from the surface mixed layer — to a census of the local living community\, identifying which species occur only as dead individuals (suggesting their populations have waned) and those that occur only alive\, despite having mineralized tissues that should leave a trace\, suggesting they are new arrivals to the habitat or region. We can then “age un-mix” the dead-shell assemblage using radiocarbon or other methods\, which permits us to establish when taxa declined (or increased) relative to local timelines of natural and cultural stressors. This simple approach\, strongly supported by meta-analysis and mechanistic modeling\, provides a powerful tool for recognizing ecological change retrospectively. Importantly\, it has the power to exonerate as well as to incriminate human activities. The method will be illustrated with some case studies from around the world.\n. \nRegister Now
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/moriarty-science-seminar-dead-shells-speak/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220408T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T043008
CREATED:20220308T143345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T152423Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Night at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Can’t make it to the museum during the day? We’re open late on Friday\, April 8!  All Carnegie Museum of Natural History galleries will be open from 6p.m. to 10p.m. Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and light snacks will be available for purchase.\n \n\nFriday Night at the Museum\nFriday\, April 8\, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.\n[swcheckout site=”6″ item=”112785″]\n\n 
URL:https://carnegiemnh.org/event/friday-night-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:At the Museum\, 4400 Forbes Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213-4007\, United States
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