paleontology
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But funding for paleontology remains limited and the research community small, while expeditions into remote areas can be costly.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
Professional paleontology nerd Riley Black gives us her delightfully detailed assessment.
From Slate ● Aug. 20, 2026
More than just describing a new animal, the study shows how Brazilian paleontology continues to contribute to our understanding of central chapters in the history of life on Earth.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 10, 2026
By establishing clearer criteria for recognizing tooth damage, the study strengthens an important tool used in paleontology.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 5, 2026
It would be hard to think of a more overlooked person in the history of paleontology than Mary Anning, but in fact there was one who came painfully close.
From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson
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