Science Stories

After six years as chief curator, Randy Irmis will spend six months pursuing his passion: the Triassic Period.

Let’s look closer at these various stages of paleontological work that brings dinosaurs back to life at the Museum.

What is a paleoartist? We explore the work of Brian Engh to learn more.

New research from NHMU researches gives new insight into the giant ichthyosaurs—namely Shonisaurus popularis—found at Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park in Nevada.

One of the most striking dinosaurs to appear in Jurassic World Dominion is the Utah native horned dinosaur Nasutoceratops titusi.

From prehistoric cephalopods to bats, experts have been revealing an entire world of prehistoric color.

Carolyn Levitt-Bussian has a fossil lover’s dream job.

Antarctica isn't exactly the sort of place that brings up images of warm, lush forests.

Cracking the Colors of Dinosaur Eggs

How We Came to See Dinosaurs in Color

Ten Stunning Fossil Finds of 2021

Loss of ancient grazers triggered a global rise in fires