Articles related to "Paleontologist"
Dinosaurs Smaller than Thought
Scientists have found a glitch in equations used to calculate the weight of gigantic dinosaurs such as Diplodocus.
dinosaur research • apatosaurus • dinosaur weight • paleontologists using false assumptions • gary packard
Scientists have found a glitch in equations used to calculate the weight of gigantic dinosaurs such as Diplodocus.
dinosaur research • apatosaurus • dinosaur weight • paleontologists using false assumptions • gary packard
The Fossil Record of Evolution
To hold a fossil is to touch life from the far distant past. What do bits and pieces of ancient bone and shell reveal about the types and diversity of ancient life?
evolution • paleontologists • fossil • macrofossis • microfossils
To hold a fossil is to touch life from the far distant past. What do bits and pieces of ancient bone and shell reveal about the types and diversity of ancient life?
evolution • paleontologists • fossil • macrofossis • microfossils
A Visit to the Museum of Life and Science
The Museum of Life and Science in Durham, North Carolina is a lesser-known museum that offers a great way to keep adults and children entertained.
museum • museums • science museum • natural history museum • science
The Museum of Life and Science in Durham, North Carolina is a lesser-known museum that offers a great way to keep adults and children entertained.
museum • museums • science museum • natural history museum • science
A Visit to the Science Museum of Minnesota
The Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul, Minnesota is a lesser-known museum, but it is worth a visit.
museum • science museum • natural history • science • natural history museum
The Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul, Minnesota is a lesser-known museum, but it is worth a visit.
museum • science museum • natural history • science • natural history museum
A Visit to the University of Kansas Natural History Museum
The University of Kansas Natural History Museum in Lawrence, Kansas is a lesser-known, small museum that is worth a visit.
museum • natural history museum • paleontology • paleontologist • geology
The University of Kansas Natural History Museum in Lawrence, Kansas is a lesser-known, small museum that is worth a visit.
museum • natural history museum • paleontology • paleontologist • geology
Book Review: Evidence from the Earth
<I>Evidence from the Earth</I> is an interesting book about the development of forensic criminal investigation, and how geology can be used to solve crimes.
geology • geologist • paleontology • paleontologist • forensic
<I>Evidence from the Earth</I> is an interesting book about the development of forensic criminal investigation, and how geology can be used to solve crimes.
geology • geologist • paleontology • paleontologist • forensic
Book Review: The Sternberg Fossil Hunters
<I>The Sternberg Fossil Hunters: A Dinosaur Dynasty</I> is a great book for young students interested in paleontology.
charles sternberg • sternberg family • sternberg fossil hunters • paleontology • paleontologist
<I>The Sternberg Fossil Hunters: A Dinosaur Dynasty</I> is a great book for young students interested in paleontology.
charles sternberg • sternberg family • sternberg fossil hunters • paleontology • paleontologist
Recommended Paleontology Books 2003
Here are some books that will make great gifts for the budding young paleontologist in your life.
paleontology • geology • book • books • paleontologist
Here are some books that will make great gifts for the budding young paleontologist in your life.
paleontology • geology • book • books • paleontologist
Society of Vertebrate Paleontology Annual Meeting
The Society of Vertebrate Paleontology meets annually to allow professional and amateur paleontologists to discuss paleontology.
society vertebrate paleontology • svp • society • vertebrate • paleontology
The Society of Vertebrate Paleontology meets annually to allow professional and amateur paleontologists to discuss paleontology.
society vertebrate paleontology • svp • society • vertebrate • paleontology
Society of Vertebrate Paleontology Annual Meeting 2003
Paleontologists met in St. Paul, Minnesota in October 2003 for the 63th annual meeting of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology.
paleontology • paleontologist • geology • geologist • minnesota
Paleontologists met in St. Paul, Minnesota in October 2003 for the 63th annual meeting of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology.
paleontology • paleontologist • geology • geologist • minnesota
Use Maps, Books, Experts - Identify Fossil Finds
Amateur paleontologists have provided numerous scientifically significant discoveries to museums. It is important to try to identify the fossil before asking an expert.
amateur paleontologist • fossil identification • find local fossils • fossil resources • fossil hunting tips
Amateur paleontologists have provided numerous scientifically significant discoveries to museums. It is important to try to identify the fossil before asking an expert.
amateur paleontologist • fossil identification • find local fossils • fossil resources • fossil hunting tips
Use Maps, Books, Experts - Identify Fossil Finds
Amateur paleontologists have provided numerous scientifically significant discoveries to museums. It is important to try to identify the fossil before asking an expert.
amateur paleontologist • fossil identification • find local fossils • fossil resources • fossil hunting tips
Amateur paleontologists have provided numerous scientifically significant discoveries to museums. It is important to try to identify the fossil before asking an expert.
amateur paleontologist • fossil identification • find local fossils • fossil resources • fossil hunting tips
Paleopathology: Ancient CSI
Crime Scene Investigators aren't the only people who can learn things from the dead. Instead of learning about the cause of death, paleontologists can learn about diseases and injuries that an animal suffered from while it was alive.
paleopathology • paleopathologies • fossil • paleontology • geology
Crime Scene Investigators aren't the only people who can learn things from the dead. Instead of learning about the cause of death, paleontologists can learn about diseases and injuries that an animal suffered from while it was alive.
paleopathology • paleopathologies • fossil • paleontology • geology
Dinosaur Primer
How do paleontologists determine how dinosaurs are related? It's all in their hips!
dinosaur • ornithischia • saurischia • mesozoic era • triassic period
How do paleontologists determine how dinosaurs are related? It's all in their hips!
dinosaur • ornithischia • saurischia • mesozoic era • triassic period
Kemmerer, Wyoming's Warfield Fossil Safaris
Adventure vacations are in these days. For those who want more contact with fossils than National Geographic T.V. offers, Warfield Fossil Safaris is just the ticket.
fossil • fossils • safari • wyoming • green river formation
Adventure vacations are in these days. For those who want more contact with fossils than National Geographic T.V. offers, Warfield Fossil Safaris is just the ticket.
fossil • fossils • safari • wyoming • green river formation
Million Year Old Human Tooth Found
The discovery by paleontologists shows that humans existed in Europe long before previously believed, and the evolutionary path of mankind is becoming clear.
ancestor • evolution • fossil • cave • neanderthal
The discovery by paleontologists shows that humans existed in Europe long before previously believed, and the evolutionary path of mankind is becoming clear.
ancestor • evolution • fossil • cave • neanderthal
Book Review: Megalodon
<I>Megalodon: Hunting the Hunter</I> contains beautiful photographs of Megalodon teeth, and some good information on where to find shark teeth.
carcharodon megalodon • carcharocles megalodon • megalodon • carcharodon • carcharocles
<I>Megalodon: Hunting the Hunter</I> contains beautiful photographs of Megalodon teeth, and some good information on where to find shark teeth.
carcharodon megalodon • carcharocles megalodon • megalodon • carcharodon • carcharocles
Book Review: The Seashell on the Mountaintop
<I>The Seashell on the Mountaintop</I> by Alan Cutler is a fascinating look at the life of Nicholaus Steno.
paleontology • paleontologist • geology • geologist • science
<I>The Seashell on the Mountaintop</I> by Alan Cutler is a fascinating look at the life of Nicholaus Steno.
paleontology • paleontologist • geology • geologist • science
Mary Anning
Mary Anning is widely considered to have been the first female paleontologist, but why have her contributions been mostly forgotten?
mary anning • lyme regis • ichthyosaur • plesiosaur • pterosaur
Mary Anning is widely considered to have been the first female paleontologist, but why have her contributions been mostly forgotten?
mary anning • lyme regis • ichthyosaur • plesiosaur • pterosaur
Dinosaur Tracking
Have you ever tracked a dinosaur? You don't need a blood hound, just visit a fossil trackway site.
ichnology • trackway • paleobiology • paleoclimatology • footprints
Have you ever tracked a dinosaur? You don't need a blood hound, just visit a fossil trackway site.
ichnology • trackway • paleobiology • paleoclimatology • footprints
Archaeopteryx: The Ancient Wing
Archaeopteryx, an early bird, is one of our "missing links" in the story of the evolution of birds.
archaeopteryx • bird • lithographic printing • solenhofen • tertiary period
Archaeopteryx, an early bird, is one of our "missing links" in the story of the evolution of birds.
archaeopteryx • bird • lithographic printing • solenhofen • tertiary period
Alice Wilson, 1st Female Geologist
Fascinated with science before girls were supposed to be, Alice Wilson overcame barriers and years of roadblocks to become one of Canada's leading earth scientists.
dr alice wilson • alice evelyn wilson 1881 - 1964 • alice wilson first female geologist • alice wilson first woman royal society of canada • alice wilson geological survey of canada
Fascinated with science before girls were supposed to be, Alice Wilson overcame barriers and years of roadblocks to become one of Canada's leading earth scientists.
dr alice wilson • alice evelyn wilson 1881 - 1964 • alice wilson first female geologist • alice wilson first woman royal society of canada • alice wilson geological survey of canada
Carboniferous History of Nova Scotia
The history of Canada goes back to Nova Scotia as a tropical land, lush with greenery, animals and bug life. Hundreds of millions of years later, fossils tell the story.
canada in the carboniferous period • nova scotia in the carboniferous period • carboniferous period 300 million years ago • joggins fossil cliffs • j william dawson
The history of Canada goes back to Nova Scotia as a tropical land, lush with greenery, animals and bug life. Hundreds of millions of years later, fossils tell the story.
canada in the carboniferous period • nova scotia in the carboniferous period • carboniferous period 300 million years ago • joggins fossil cliffs • j william dawson
Museum of Comparative Zoology
Millions of specimens provide a fascinating insight into both animals and the mind of a 19th century scientist embroiled in the debate over evolution.
museum of comparative zoology • harvard • louis agassiz • evolution debate • charles darwin
Millions of specimens provide a fascinating insight into both animals and the mind of a 19th century scientist embroiled in the debate over evolution.
museum of comparative zoology • harvard • louis agassiz • evolution debate • charles darwin
The Geological Survey of Canada
In 1842, the Province of Canada named geologist William Logan the founding director of the GSC, to map minerals and resources. It was to be a short-term task.
geological survey of canada • gsc • william e logan • founder of geological survey 1842 • canada's first science agency
In 1842, the Province of Canada named geologist William Logan the founding director of the GSC, to map minerals and resources. It was to be a short-term task.
geological survey of canada • gsc • william e logan • founder of geological survey 1842 • canada's first science agency
Barnum Brown (1873 to 1963)
Barnum Brown is one of the best known of the early paleontologists.
barnum brown • tyrannosaurus • t. rex
Barnum Brown is one of the best known of the early paleontologists.
barnum brown • tyrannosaurus • t. rex
Mononykus
Another missing link between dinosaurs and birds?
mononykus • bird • mongolia • extinct birds • fossil birds
Another missing link between dinosaurs and birds?
mononykus • bird • mongolia • extinct birds • fossil birds
Paleobotany II
Okay, fossil plants are pretty neat, but what else can they tell us about the ancient world?
fossil plants • entomology • paleoclimatology • global warming • fossil insects
Okay, fossil plants are pretty neat, but what else can they tell us about the ancient world?
fossil plants • entomology • paleoclimatology • global warming • fossil insects
Othniel Marsh
Othniel Marsh was E. D. Cope's friend, and then became his rival. Learn more about the other figure in the Bone Wars.
othniel charles marsh • edward drinker cope • bone wars • y ale peabody museum • paleontology
Othniel Marsh was E. D. Cope's friend, and then became his rival. Learn more about the other figure in the Bone Wars.
othniel charles marsh • edward drinker cope • bone wars • y ale peabody museum • paleontology
Roy Chapman Andrews
Roy Chapman Andrews is often called "the real life Indiana Jones," find out more about this adventurous paleontologist.
roy chapman andrews • henry fairfield osborn • protoceratops • oviraptor • gobi desert
Roy Chapman Andrews is often called "the real life Indiana Jones," find out more about this adventurous paleontologist.
roy chapman andrews • henry fairfield osborn • protoceratops • oviraptor • gobi desert
Sir Richard Owen, 1804-1892
Richard Owen gave the dinosaurs their name back in 1842. Learn more about one of the early paleontologists.
dinosaurs • dinosauria • richard owen • dinosaur • paleontology
Richard Owen gave the dinosaurs their name back in 1842. Learn more about one of the early paleontologists.
dinosaurs • dinosauria • richard owen • dinosaur • paleontology
Book Review: Your Inner Fish
Neil Shubin, anatomy professor at the University of Chicago,takes "A Journey Into The 3.5 Billion Year History Of The Human Body", bringing the reader along for the ride.
neil shubin • your inner fish • tiktaalik • devonian period • devonian fossils
Neil Shubin, anatomy professor at the University of Chicago,takes "A Journey Into The 3.5 Billion Year History Of The Human Body", bringing the reader along for the ride.
neil shubin • your inner fish • tiktaalik • devonian period • devonian fossils
Evolution in Modern Science
The theory of biological evolution is the best known evolutionary idea in modern science, however evolutionary concepts are common in all sciences not just biology.
evolution • theory of evolution • biological evolution • geology evolution • astronomy evolution
The theory of biological evolution is the best known evolutionary idea in modern science, however evolutionary concepts are common in all sciences not just biology.
evolution • theory of evolution • biological evolution • geology evolution • astronomy evolution
Mass Extinctions – Through History and Today
Paleontologists have identified several mass extinctions through geologic time. Understanding these major events may provide insight into today's biodiversity crisis.
mass extinctions • big five • paleontological database • john alroy • national center for ecological analysis and synthe
Paleontologists have identified several mass extinctions through geologic time. Understanding these major events may provide insight into today's biodiversity crisis.
mass extinctions • big five • paleontological database • john alroy • national center for ecological analysis and synthe
Mass Extinction at Cretaceous-Tertiary Boundary
Although it's not the biggest event, the mysteriousness of the Cretaceous-Tertiary (K/T) extinction gets the most attention from the public, media and even scientists.
cretaceous tertiary extinction • k/t extinction • extinction events • dinosaur extinction • causes of extinction
Although it's not the biggest event, the mysteriousness of the Cretaceous-Tertiary (K/T) extinction gets the most attention from the public, media and even scientists.
cretaceous tertiary extinction • k/t extinction • extinction events • dinosaur extinction • causes of extinction
The Largest Mass Extinction of the Phanerozoic
Although scientists know the extinction event that marked the end of the Permian was the largest in magnitude, there is general disagreement regarding its causes.
permian triassic mass extinction • major mass extinctions • phanerozoic • permian • triassic
Although scientists know the extinction event that marked the end of the Permian was the largest in magnitude, there is general disagreement regarding its causes.
permian triassic mass extinction • major mass extinctions • phanerozoic • permian • triassic
Book Review: Time Traveler
Dr. Michael Novacek, curator of vertebrate paleontology at the American Museum of Natural History, has published a new book.
dinosaur • dinosaurs • fossil • fossils • novacek
Dr. Michael Novacek, curator of vertebrate paleontology at the American Museum of Natural History, has published a new book.
dinosaur • dinosaurs • fossil • fossils • novacek
Child's Dinosaur Birthday Party Theme
Kids of all ages and genders are fascinated with dinosaurs. Capturing their passion with a fun-filled dinosaur birthday party is so much fun, for children and parents!
dinosaur birthday party • child's dinosaur birthday party theme • dinosaur party invitations • dinosaur egg invitations • dinosaur party decorations
Kids of all ages and genders are fascinated with dinosaurs. Capturing their passion with a fun-filled dinosaur birthday party is so much fun, for children and parents!
dinosaur birthday party • child's dinosaur birthday party theme • dinosaur party invitations • dinosaur egg invitations • dinosaur party decorations
Pre-Darwinian Evolutionary Theory
You may believe Darwin the alpha and omega on evolutionary thought, but the proponents of Larmackianism, Catastrophism and Uniformitarianism paved the way.
pre darwinian theories • predarwinian thought • early evolutionary theory • lamarckianism • jean baptiste lamarck
You may believe Darwin the alpha and omega on evolutionary thought, but the proponents of Larmackianism, Catastrophism and Uniformitarianism paved the way.
pre darwinian theories • predarwinian thought • early evolutionary theory • lamarckianism • jean baptiste lamarck
Amphibians II
Some of the amphibian groups have become completely extinct.
amphibian • lissamphibia • labyrinthodont • lepospondyl
Some of the amphibian groups have become completely extinct.
amphibian • lissamphibia • labyrinthodont • lepospondyl
The Dinosaurs of "Jurassic Park" and "The Lost World"
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh has a new travelling exhibit about the Dinosaurs of "Jurassic Park" and "The Lost World".
jurassic • dinosaurs • thescelosaurus • acrocanthosaurus • giganotosaurus
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh has a new travelling exhibit about the Dinosaurs of "Jurassic Park" and "The Lost World".
jurassic • dinosaurs • thescelosaurus • acrocanthosaurus • giganotosaurus
Allosaurus: The Different Lizard
This "different lizard" has always been one of my favorite dinosaurs.
allosaurus • carnosaurs • allosauridae • tyrannosaurus • paleontology
This "different lizard" has always been one of my favorite dinosaurs.
allosaurus • carnosaurs • allosauridae • tyrannosaurus • paleontology
Champsosaurs
It's a crocodile? It's an alligator? No! It's a champsosaur!
champsosaur • diapsid • crocodilian • crocodile • alligator
It's a crocodile? It's an alligator? No! It's a champsosaur!
champsosaur • diapsid • crocodilian • crocodile • alligator
The Development of Flight
Humans have dreamed about flight for centuries, but only acheived it recently. Four other groups of animals have been flying for millions of years.
flight • development • evolution • wing • pterosaur
Humans have dreamed about flight for centuries, but only acheived it recently. Four other groups of animals have been flying for millions of years.
flight • development • evolution • wing • pterosaur
Book Review of Michael Carroll's Science Books
Author and artist Michael Carroll has written and illustrated science books and articles for adults and children.
michael carroll • paleoartist • paleoart • spaceart • spaceartist
Author and artist Michael Carroll has written and illustrated science books and articles for adults and children.
michael carroll • paleoartist • paleoart • spaceart • spaceartist
Pterosaurs: The First Flyers
The pterosaurs conquered the air long before birds, learn more about them.
pterosaur • archosaur • pteranodon • rhamphorynchoid • pterodactyloid
The pterosaurs conquered the air long before birds, learn more about them.
pterosaur • archosaur • pteranodon • rhamphorynchoid • pterodactyloid
An Interview with Author and Artist Michael Carroll
In my last article I reviewed some of the books by author and paleoartist Michael Carroll, in this article we chat about science, paleontology, art and religion.
michael carroll • paleoart • dinosaur • dinosaurs • religion
In my last article I reviewed some of the books by author and paleoartist Michael Carroll, in this article we chat about science, paleontology, art and religion.
michael carroll • paleoart • dinosaur • dinosaurs • religion
Internet Paleontology Journals
On-line paleontology journal references.
paleontology • journal • internet • on-line
On-line paleontology journal references.
paleontology • journal • internet • on-line
Ganora Guest Farm
Ganora Guest Farm is a working sheep farm in the heart of South Africa's stark but spectacular Karoo, with a private fossil museum and visits to bushman paintings.
ganora guest farm • south africa • working sheep farm • walks • fossils
Ganora Guest Farm is a working sheep farm in the heart of South Africa's stark but spectacular Karoo, with a private fossil museum and visits to bushman paintings.
ganora guest farm • south africa • working sheep farm • walks • fossils
How to Find a Unique Wedding Venue
There are many things to consider when choosing a non-traditional wedding venue. This guide will help couples start their search for a unique ceremony or reception site.
unique wedding • unusual wedding • wedding venue • wedding ceremony • non-traditional wedding
There are many things to consider when choosing a non-traditional wedding venue. This guide will help couples start their search for a unique ceremony or reception site.
unique wedding • unusual wedding • wedding venue • wedding ceremony • non-traditional wedding
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