The natural sciences are those involved in the study of the physical world and its phenomena. One of three major subdivisions of a liberal education, the natural sciences are subdivided into the life sciences and physical sciences, and includes such subjects as anatomy, astronomy, chemistry, environmental sciences, and physics.
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The largest scientific society, the American Chemical Society is a great source of scientific information. The website provides nothing but the latest and most-trusted news and research studies in the field of science. The website also has information about the organization's meetings, career and education opportunities, membership and networks, policy and activities as well as grants, scholarships, fellowships and awards.
http://www.acs.org
The website of the Australian Zoo is an Australian organization that seeks to conserve crocodiles and other wildlife. Inspired by the wildlife education efforts of Steve Irwin, this organization also has news on the zoo. The organization also contributes to a variety of humanitarian causes including helping in natural disasters.
http://www.crocodilehunter.com
The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) is a British organization that funds scientific research. You can find out how to apply for grants on this website, and see which kinds of research has been funded in the past. The website also has information on how BBSRC supports scientists and researchers.
http://www.bbsrc.ac.uk/
The British Mycological Society is a scientific organization that promotes fungal science. You can find out about the Society's grants and awards which support research in mycology. One can also access the Society's extensive range of scientific publications here.
http://www.britmycolsoc.org.uk
Center for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology
The Center for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology is a research organization based at Lehigh University. The Centre also runs a range of industrial programs that brings technology to the market. You can also learn about the Center's facilities such as polymer characterization and electron microscopy and so forth.
http://www.lehigh.edu/nano
The Chemical Heritage Foundation is a cultural institution that preserves and promotes the history of the chemical and molecular sciences. The website also explains scientific matters such as nanotechnology, the history of alchemy, and the chemistry of life.
http://www.chemheritage.org
Committee for Skeptical Inquiry
The Committee for Skeptical Inquiry is an organization that encourages science and reason; disproving fringe science claims as well. The Committee also runs an Intelligent Design Watch where you can find out about evolution and the threats to it. You can also subscribe to Skeptical Inquirer magazine on this website.
http://www.csicop.org
Contains information on Charles Darwin. You can find ebook copies of the first six editions of, “The Origin of the Species,” and other works. You can also read Darwin's diaries, a bibliography of his works and his personal notebooks too.
http://darwin-online.org.uk/
European Organization for Nuclear Research
The European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) is one of the world's foremost scientific research organizations. You can submit questions on nuclear and physics topics to CERN's staff using the "Ask an Expert" function. You can also find out about CERN's newest device, the LHC.
http://www.cern.ch
Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory
The Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory is a major government scientific research organization. The website also explains the latest discoveries being made by scientists at the Fermilab. You can also find out about the lab's public science events. The website also explains how the United States was involved in the Large Hadron Collider (LHC).
http://www.fnal.gov
GenoMel, the Melanoma Genetics Consortium, is a research organization that brings together scientists who are research the genetic aspect of melanoma, a skin disease. The website has scientific papers available so you can can stay up to date on the latest work. You can also find out how to participate in the organization's research.
http://www.genomel.org
Los Alamos National Laboratory
The Los Alamos National Laboratory is a major American lab that conducts sensitive research on everything from nuclear technology to DNA. Here, you can find out about the Lab's mission and the strategic science that it conducts. Postdocs can find job opportunities here as well.
http://www.lanl.gov
The National Academies website provides information on this network of science, engineering and medicine. This website has a dedicated section for Congress where politicians can find the best in scientific research to make policy decisions. You can also find out about employment and post-doc opportunities offered by the academies.
http://www.nationalacademies.org/
National Center for Science Education
The National Center for Science Education (NCSE) supports the teaching of scientific theory of evolution in America's schools. You can also find out about the latest court cases and government policies that affect the evolution vs. creationism debate through this website.
http://ncse.com/
National Center for Supercomputing Applications
The National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) is a research project that seeks to develop new systems to conduct scientific research. Based at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the Center provides great resources for scientists who need access to great computing resources. You can also apply here to get use of the Center's computing systems.
http://www.ncsa.illinois.edu/
National Human Genome Research Institute
The National Human Genome Research Institute is an American research organization that funds research into human genetics. The website also has details on research programs which have already been funding. You can also find out about the policy and ethical principles that affect this type of research.
http://www.genome.gov
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a British institution that develops measurement standards and technology. In addition to fostering new science and technology in the field, the NPL also provides commercial services. The website also has educational resources to help you learn about education.
http://www.npl.co.uk
The NSF is one of America's leading scientific research organizations. You can find out about the foundation's grants and see what research has been funded in the past. The NSF website also has speeches and lectures on scientific subjects.
http://www.nsf.gov/
Represents a large, complex and diverse organization teaching conservation and educating people about the marvels of nature. Provides resources and programs designed to protect and appreciate wildlife and their habitats through education and exploration.
http://nationalzoo.si.edu/
Rothamsted Research is a British organization and agricultural research station that aims to be recognized as a primary source of scientific research not just in the local scene but also internationally. The website provides information on the organization's offered resources that includes laboratories, library, research farms and more. The website also features Rothamsted Research centers and departments and also provides information for the public.
http://www.rothamsted.ac.uk
The official website of the United Kingdom Science Park Association (UKSPA) promotes the science industry in the UK. You can find out about the association's annual conference and professional development courses. The website also has job listings for work in science parks.
http://www.ukspa.org.uk/
The Woodland Park Zoo is a non-profit organization that provides education and conservation services. Based in Seattle, you can find out facts about a wide variety of animals here. You can also get current admission prices to the Zoo here. The website also has career opportunities for those interested in working at the Zoo.
http://www.zoo.org/
