Science Facts and Figures

Massachusetts is rich with scientific activity, history, and education. You can find out more about interesting Massachusetts trivia, about famous scientists past and present.

In the Spotlight

Did you know that our state inventor is Benjamin Franklin? Benjamin Franklin (January 17, 1706 [O.S. January 6, 1705] – April 17, 1790) was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States of America.
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In the News

Ancient insect imprint found in Massachusetts

By Gene Emery

NORTH ATTLEBORO, Massachusetts (Reuters) - U.S. researchers say they have discovered what appears to be the oldest imprint of a prehistoric insect, made while the dragonfly-like creature was still alive.

All the Details

Did you know that our state insect is the ladybug? It is, and to get the whole story behind how it became the state insect, visit this site.

Massachusetts has a state juice, and song, a state flower, poem, bird and tree. Here you can find a list of the official symbols of Massachusetts.

The Bad Bug Book
This handbook provides basic facts regarding foodborne pathogenic microorganisms and natural toxins.