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When You Actually Need a Palaeontology Consultant (And When You Don’t)

Not every project that features dinosaurs or prehistoric life needs a palaeontology consultant. That may sound unusual coming from someone who works in this field, but it is true. Some productions benefit enormously from scientific input, while others gain very little. Knowing the difference helps you make sensible decisions, avoid unnecessary costs and bring in expertise only when it genuinely improves the work.

This article explains when expert input is needed, when it is not and how thoughtful scientific guidance can elevate a palaeo project for the better.

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How to Approach a Palaeontology Consultant

You have a palaeontology-related project and you need expert help. That is a great place to start, because bringing a consultant on board early can really improve the scientific accuracy and overall quality of your work. But after years of receiving consultancy enquiries, I have noticed that many people simply do not know how to approach a palaeontologist in a professional and straightforward way. Some emails make the whole process far more complicated than it needs to be, for both you and for me.

To make things easier, here are three common mistakes to avoid, along with what to do instead.

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Engaging Young Minds in Palaeontology

Engaging the public with Earth Science and palaeontology is important to ignite a discovery for environments long gone. In this post, I share behind-the-scenes insights of how I engage children in science communication and why engagement with science matters.

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Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Jurassic World: Dominion Consultancy Work

In this article I share a new video talk from Professor Steve Brusatte at the Society of Vertebrate Palaeontology, covering his consultancy work on Jurassic World: Dominion. You can find out more below!

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