Dinosaur Molecules: Exploring how soft tissues and biologic molecules can persist in dinosaur bones

Authors

Paul Ullmann, University of North DakotaFollow

Document Type

Video

Publication Date

4-3-2024

Abstract

We have known for over a decade that original cells, tissues (such as blood vessels), and proteins can occasionally survive in fossils, but the question of how remains mysterious. Jurassic Park suggested amber could be a source of ancient DNA, but is that really possible? Dr. Paul Ullmann presents several examples of such exceptional preservation, reviews what we know about burial circumstances that can promote long-term molecular stability, and highlights questions which still perplex molecular paleontologists.

Recommended Citation

Paul Ullmann. "Dinosaur Molecules: Exploring how soft tissues and biologic molecules can persist in dinosaur bones" (2024). Randy Rasmussen Memorial Lecture Series. 4.
https://commons.und.edu/rr-lecture-series/4