We are losing natural areas at an unprecedented rate. Many believe the alarming number of species being lost will lead to our planet’s sixth mass extinction–and the next 40 or 50 years may be the most crucial window in human history. The science and research taking place at the Florida Museum plays a crucial role in helping society face and solve these worldwide challenges. It’s not just science for science’s sake, but science to help us create a better world in which to live.