paleontology

Nov 7, 2023

Dig This: ‘Neglected’ Dinosaur Had Super Senses

The thescelosaurus neglectus dinosaur may have been a wallflower, but a CT scan of its skull reveals some hidden superpowers.

Apr 28, 2023

How Are Dino Tissues Preserved in Deep Time?

A study by Landon Anderson, a doctoral candidate in molecular paleontology, suggests that two hypotheses for ancient soft tissue preservation are often one and the same.

Mar 9, 2023

Intact Dinosaur Veins Were Running With Blood 80 Million Years Ago

IFL Science
“Part of the value of this research is that it gives us insight into how proteins can modify and change over 80 million years," added Mary Schweitzer, a molecular paleontologist and professor at NC State.

View of the Evolutionary Biology and Behavior Research Lab at NC Museum of Natural Sciences

Aug 24, 2022

Making Science Communication Make Sense

A partnership between NC State and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is opening new windows on the world of science communication.

Jun 17, 2022

NC State Paleontologist Studying Ancient Relative of Tyrannosaurus Rex

Big Country News
Paleontologist Lindsay Zanno, associate research professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at NC State, is studying the fossil.