This article expands on my viral X thread analysing the Spinosaurus behaviour sequence in Jurassic World: Rebirth. Here, I break down why the scene fails from behavioural, ecological, and storytelling perspectives and how it could have been improved using evidence‑based palaeontology.
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Venture into the Lost World…One Minute at a Time
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Palaeontology Consultancy: Welcome to The Palaeo Minute your dinosaur dispatch from the Mesozoic frontier. In this edition, I take you behind-the-scenes of my consultancy work, exploring what the process involves and how scientific guidance shapes creative projects. It is an inside look at the research, decision‑making, and communication that bring prehistoric worlds to life.
Continue reading “Palaeontology Consultancy: Science Communication in Action”Building a Science Communication Platform: Three Essentials for Success
Venture into the Lost World…One Minute at a Time
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Welcome to this third bonus edition of The Palaeo Minute. In this edition, I wanted to share my three core principles in science communication, how to grow, sustain and stand out in the world of science outreach.
This bonus edition explores:
- Develop a Growth Strategy: Get the lowdown on how to create a growth strategy that will enable your project to flourish.
- Use Your Skills Wisely: Discover how to pace your workload & make it manageable.
- Connect with Science Communicators: Uncover how connections can lead to new points of view & project refinement.
The Secrets of Tyrannosaurs: Jaw Biomechanics
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Tyrannosaur Skulls & Evolution: Welcome to The Palaeo Minute your fossil dispatch from the Mesozoic frontier. In this edition I delve into the bone-crunching bite of tyrannosaurs, from their teeth to their skull adaptations. Get ready for the latest palaeobiology insights and jaw dropping discoveries, all packed into one mighty read.
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Venture into the Lost World…One Minute at a Time
A warm welcome to The Palaeo Minute!
Welcome to this second bonus edition of The Palaeo Minute. In this edition, I wanted to share how I would approach writing a new Jurassic World sequel, and why I believe the franchise would receive help from having a palaeontologist directly involved in the script writing process.
This bonus edition explores:
- A New Opening: Explore how a sequel could begin with scientific mystery rather than the usual early‑film disaster.
- Dinosaurs as Animals: Discover how natural behaviour, interspecies interactions, & sequences from the novels could improve a sequel film.
- Scientists Who Shine: Discover why palaeontologists & researchers deserve to be written as capable, charismatic figures again.
- A Fresh Direction: Learn how rooting the story in real science can restore awe, tension, & authenticity to the Jurassic World franchise.
At the Feet of the Dinosaurs Unearthing Ancient Secrets
Venture into the Lost World…One Minute at a Time
A warm welcome to The Palaeo Minute!
At the Feet of the Dinosaurs: Unearthing Ancient Secrets: This edition of The Palaeo Minute revisits the project that helped launch my palaeontology career, from fossil-rich bonebeds and storm-blown sediments to my first academic publication. Join me on a journey through prehistoric environments and the microscopic clues they left behind. I hope you enjoy unearthing Triassic insights in this edition.
This edition explores:
- Palaeontology in Action: My research at the University of Bristol (2018–2020).
- Behind-the-Scenes: Of my palaeontological internship, hands-on exploration & discovery.
- A Geological Field Site: Like no other, the fascinating terrain I investigated.
- Microvertebrate Fossils Revealed: Fossils identified & collection comparisons.
This project, though rooted in past research, set the foundation for the skills crucial to my palaeontological journey, skills I honed during my transformative At the Feet of the Dinosaurs internship.
Continue reading “At the Feet of the Dinosaurs Unearthing Ancient Secrets”Unveiling Prehistoric Treasures in The Judith River Formation in Montana
Venture into the Lost World…One Minute at a Time
A warm welcome to The Palaeo Minute!
Step into Montana’s Late Cretaceous wilderness, where dreams came true and 79-million-year-old fossils saw daylight again. In this edition of The Palaeo Minute, I take you behind the scenes of my fossil-hunting adventure in the Judith River Formation where ancient environments, incredible discoveries, and a lifelong dream came to life. I hope you enjoy the insights from the field and a closer look at this remarkable chapter in palaeontological exploration.
This edition explores:
- My Fossil Fieldwork in Montana: Digging deep into natural history!
- Excavating Dinosaur Fossils: The discoveries I made & the skills I gained.
- Step into the Late Cretaceous: Exploring this fossil rich site’s incredible dinosaur biodiversity.
- A Glimpse into a Lost World: The palaeoenvironment where dinosaurs thrived 79–75 million years ago.
The Secrets of Tyrannosaurs: Growth, Dominance, and Evolution
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Welcome to The Palaeo Minute your one-stop dispatch from the fossil frontier. In this thunderous edition I spotlight the mascot of the newsletter delving into the life and growth of tyrannosaurs, from their evolution to their ontogeny (development). Get ready for the latest palaeobiology insights and fossil-fuelled discoveries, all packed into one mighty read.
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Venture into the Lost World…One Minute at a Time
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Explore the depths of the Mesozoic Era, one discovery at a time. Uncover the stories, science, and symbolism behind The Palaeo Minute.
Welcome to this FREE edition of The Palaeo Minute, the official palaeontology newsletter for my website! Join me on a journey through prehistoric discoveries as I share what you can expect from The Palaeo Minute and the exciting palaeontological path ahead.
Continue reading “Welcome to The Palaeo Minute: Your Source for Prehistoric Knowledge!”Exploring Faith and Science: Palaeontologist Interview
In this article I share a new podcast interview with The Shine Bright Like the Firmament podcast. The podcast covers conversations with science professionals who are practicing Catholics to show that faith and science do not need to be mutually exclusive.
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