Academy News There is always something new taking place at the Academy! Check out our What's New section below for up-to-date news on the latest Academy happenings. In In the News, find stories about the Academy's scientists, events, programs, and exhibits featured in local, national, and international news stories. Academy Blog In the News Tibet explorer's Philly family to donate $3M to Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel The Philadelphia Inquirer, Daily News, Philly.com December 6, 2017 Academy announces generous donation from the Dolan Family for watershed research. » Read More A few minutes with … Scott Cooper of Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University Philadelphia Business Journal November 22, 2017 Q&A with new Academy President and CEO Scott Cooper. » Read More Academy of Natural Sciences names Scott Cooper new president The Philadelphia Inquirer, Daily News, Philly.com November 15, 2017 The new leader of the Academy is a museum administrator with a background in construction, architectural conservation and helping the public connect with research and collections. » Read More