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For more than 130 years, the National Geographic Society has funded the best and brightest individuals dedicated to scientific discovery and understanding of our world. Our historic commitment to dauntless exploration dates back to our founding in 1888 when 33 prominent scholars and scientists established an organization dedicated to the ...
Jan 13, 1888 CE: National Geographic Society Founded - Education
On January 13, 1888, the National Geographic Society was founded. A group of scholars, explorers , and scientists met to discuss the organization of a society for the increase and diffusion of geographic knowledge.
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The National Geographic Society is an impact-driven nonprofit that uses the power of science, exploration, education, and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world. Science and exploration are our foundation — storytelling and education are our superpowers.
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The History of the Space Race - National Geographic Society
The History of the Space Race. During the time that has passed since the launching of the first artificial satellite in 1957, astronauts have traveled to the moon, probes have explored the solar system, and instruments in space have discovered thousands of planets around other stars.
Human Histories and Cultures - National Geographic Society
Our Human Histories and Cultures Explorers dedicate their lives to documenting, investigating, studying, and preserving our planet’s past and uncovering the very roots of humanity. Revealing stories from the past brings context to the modern-day.
History of the Cell: Discovering the Cell - National Geographic …
Oct 19, 2023 · The discovery of the cell has had a far greater impact on science than Hooke could have ever dreamed in 1665. In addition to giving us a fundamental understanding of the building blocks of all living organisms, the discovery of the cell has …
NG Next - National Geographic Society
National Geographic has long told the story of our human journey, and that must include shining a light on our own past. This means facing up to our history of colonialism, racism, and sexism—including who was allowed to be an Explorer, who was able to tell stories, and whose stories were told.
The History of the Space Race - National Geographic Society
The History of the Space Race. During the time that has passed since the launching of the first artificial satellite in 1957, astronauts have traveled to the moon, probes have explored the solar system, and instruments in space have discovered thousands of planets around other stars.
Age of Earth - National Geographic Society
Oct 19, 2023 · At 4.5 billion years old, it can be difficult to understand just how old Earth is, and the changes that have taken place on the planet in all that time. Looking at some of its life forms, how long they lived, and when they died helps provide some scale of Earth's long existence.