By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Research and Science Education Outreach Manager

Parasitism - not just for worms and arthropods! Check a local feathered friend that makes a proper nuisance of itself.

By Stephanie Bergan

Phipps is well-known for our beautiful gardens, seasonal flower shows, pioneering sustainability initiatives, informative educational programs and community outreach. None of our work, however, would be possible without the...

By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Research and Science Education Outreach Manager

What do you get if you mix herpetology, microbiology, a dash of chemistry and local Pennsylvania water quality issues? You get the two researchers from this month’s Meet a Scientist Saturday!...

By Let's Move Pittsburgh

Congratulations to all of our 2018 Champion Schools Awards winners! The following schools are awarded funding to “Bag the Junk” with projects that promote healthy food and nutrition education in schools, “Get Kids...

By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Research and Science Education Outreach Manager

We may not be hobbits in search of second breakfast, but many of us certainly enjoy the quest to find elusive fungi in the woods.

By Stephanie Bergan

Discover how Colleen Rostas found her niche working in the Discovery program — along with her sidekicks and fellow volunteers Molly and Mike — and how she strives to make each guest's visit more meaningful. ...