(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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We are open and accountable in the way we run our affairs, and committed to ensuring that robust corporate governance processes are in place.

Many documents produced by the Museum are available to the public. Choose below the area you are interested in:

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    Annual reviews

    Year by year reviews of the Museum's work.

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    Museum governance

    How the Museum is managed and funded.

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    Freedom of Information

    Publication Schemes for the Natural History Museum and the Natural History Museum Trading Company, as well as other related information.

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    Museum accounts

    The Annual Report and Accounts illustrate how the Museum’s resources are spent and provide an overview of its activities.

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    Disability Equality Scheme

    The involvement of disabled people in identifying barriers to disability equality is a key aspect of the scheme.

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    Gender Equality Scheme

    The Museum is committed to providing a work environment that encourages people of all backgrounds and beliefs to work well together and achieve their potential.

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Cartoon image of a stegasaurus disappearing through closing door

The first collected specimen of Theobroma cacao, the plant from which chocolate is made, is kept in the Museum.