Jurassic Giants - Sauropod Fossils from Colorado and Wyoming

Join this pop-up lecture to explore the Jurassic Giants project, a three-year IMLS-funded initiative focused on Jurassic sauropods (long-necked dinosaurs) from Colorado and Wyoming. Learn about the comprehensive work accomplished by the fossil preparation laboratory and collections team, including the preparation of giant sauropod fossils, their integration into the Earth Sciences collection, and the creation of stunning 3D models. Discover the scientific processes behind fossil preparation, collection management, and digital modeling techniques used to preserve and study these magnificent prehistoric creatures. Gain insights into the collaborative efforts between paleontologists, preparators, and collections specialists in advancing our understanding of Jurassic-period sauropods from the American West.