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First baby bison born at Fermilab herd this spring

    From CBS Chicago, April 26, 2019: Officials say the calf was born on April 20, one of 12 to 14 expected this spring. The public is welcome to photograph and see the herd at the lab in Batavia, about 35 miles (56 kilometers) west of downtown Chicago. Admission is free.

    It’s a girl! Bison birthing season under way at Fermilab

      From Daily Herald, April 28, 2019: It’s bouncing baby bison time again at Fermilab. Calving season began April 20, with the first born in the early morning. As of noon Friday, there were two female calves and officials expect up to 14 this year. The appearance of the babies is one of the most anticipated events at the physics lab.

      Baby bison born at Fermilab

        From NCTV17, April 23, 2019: The particle physics laboratory is better known for research than ranching, but Fermilab’s bison are an attraction for visitors every summer. And they serve as an important symbol for the site.

        Is the universe a hologram?

          From Science Channel’s Space’s Deepest Secrets, April 23, 2019: In an episode of this television series, Fermilab scientist Craig Hogan discusses the Holometer and his theories of the holographic universe.

          Baby bison born at Fermilab

            From the Chicago Tribune, April 23, 2019: Over the weekend, the first baby bison of the spring was born to the herd at Fermilab. Fermilab may be known for its cutting-edge scientific work, but its first director, Robert Wilson, always wanted to be reminded of his home in Wyoming where he lived before moving to Batavia, and so he brought bison with him.

            Fermilab welcomes first baby bison of the year

              From WBBM Newsradio, April 23, 2019: A baby bison was born Saturday at Fermilab — the first baby born this year. Fermilab expects between 12 and 14 new calves this spring. The new baby, and its mother, are doing well.

              The importance of archives

                From Physics World, April 23, 2019: Fermilab Archivist Valerie Higgins discusses how the contributions of support staff should not be forgotten when it comes to celebrating scientific breakthroughs. Modern scientific research is often conducted through large organizational structures and thousands of participants. For archivists and others interested in the history of scientific research, developing a complete picture requires an understanding not only of the work that scientists and technical staff do but also the contributions of support staff too.