(Dandelion pollen grain, Taraxicum officinale) The scientific study of pollen is called palynology and can be used by forensic scientists to discover clues at crime scenes.

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Artist's impression of the new Darwin Centre building

New Darwin Centre revealed

The countdown begins to the opening of a giant cocoon, part of the Museum's landmark Darwin Centre building.

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  • Ice Rink
    Ice Rink

    Novice or expert, everyone's a skating star at the Museum's Ice Rink.
    06 Nov 2008 - 18 Jan 2009

  • Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2008
    Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2008

    Catch the most amazing animal portraits and landscapes submitted.
    31 Oct 2008 - 26 Apr 2009

  • Darwin exhibition
    Darwin exhibition

    This biggest ever Charles Darwin exhibition commemorates his bicentenary in 2009.
    14 Nov 2008 - 19 Apr 2009

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