AMNH Takes an Applied Approach
An article about the American Musum of Natural History came across Digg this morning. The article is about a new survey conducted by the AMNH to determine how much Americans know about science and the article specifically mentions knowledge about the world's water. Apparently we do not know much, but this didn't surprise museum President Ellen Futter. Instead it encouraged the museum to create an exhibit about the world's water supply!
Admittedly, I haven't followed the AMNH in the past. In fact, the only aspect of the museum I am familiar with is Margaret Mead's work in the Anthropology division bringing anthropology to the general public. But, I found it fascinating that the museum responds and reacts to surveys! Due to a lack of knowledge of the public about water, the museum is going to create an exhibit next year to educate the public. Applied research in action!