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Scientific Communication of Fossil Preparation in the Digital Realm

Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology via YouTube

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Explore the intersection of paleontology and digital communication in this 21-minute conference talk from the Royal Tyrrell Museum's Fossil Preparation & Collections Symposium 2013. Delve into the importance of scientific outreach and learn how fossil preparation can be effectively presented to the public. Follow the speakers as they discuss a case study involving the preparation of a Gorgosaurus specimen, detailing the procedure, results, and the impact of sharing this process through social media. Gain insights into the benefits of scientific outreach, audience feedback, and the concept of micro riser in paleontological communication. Discover how digital platforms can be leveraged to engage the public in the fascinating world of fossil preparation and paleontological research.

Syllabus

Introduction
Scientific Outreach
Why Outreach
Presenting Preparation
Presenting Gorgosaurus
The Procedure
The Results
What Did We Cover
Feedback
Social Media
The Feedback
Benefits of Outreach
Micro Riser

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Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology

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