200 years of dinosaur research: what we know and what we don't know

Part of the Lapworth Lecture series

Speakers: Dr Stephan Lautenschlager, University of Birmingham

Monday 25th November at 5:30pm

200 years of dinosaur research: what we know and what we don't know

Dinosaurs are among the most popular fossil animals. But how much do we really know about them? And how can they be studied?

This year marks the 200 year anniversary since the first dinosaur, Megalosaurus, was formally named. Based on fossil bones found in a quarry only about 50 miles from Birmingham, this first scientific description of a dinosaur sparked a revolution in palaeontological research. Since then, extensive research on dinosaurs has created new knowledge about these fascinating animals. This talk will explore how modern research has changed our perception of dinosaurs in the last two centuries.

All are welcome to attend and there is no admission charge.

The Lecture will be held in Aston Webb A Block, Lecture Theatre WG5.

Register to watch remotely via Zoom.

This Lecture links with the Museum's current temporary exhibition Bringing dinosaurs back to life: 200 years of research. For more information, visit the exhibition page on our website.