Synchrotron Science: How to Mount a Dinosaur
Shining a new light on old bones!
8 a.m.
Shining a new light on old bones!
Just because the fossils are old, doesn’t mean the technology used to examine them has to be. Join us for coffee and a morning discussion about present-day paleontology.
At the August 25 Sunrise Science, hear from Dr. Jennifer “Indy” Anné about how researchers are using modern technology to reexamine fossils. Anné will share how new technological applications of physics, chemistry and computer engineering have revitalized paleontology in the 21st century.
Anné is unleashing hidden information through the use of machines like the synchrotron, allowing her to do everything from diagnosing dinosaur diseases to determining what makes a manatee big-boned. She currently applies her fossil preparation, histology and chemistry know-how to the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.
Sunrise Science
- Who: Dr. Jennifer “Indy” Anné, SECU DinoLab Assistant Lab Manager and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Paleontologist
- When: Monday, August 25, 8 a.m.
- Where: Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23220
Registration Information
Sunrise Science begins at 8 a.m. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. so you can grab a complimentary cup of coffee or tea to enjoy during the talk. Each presentation includes time for audience questions at the end. The event will conclude by 9 a.m. so you can continue on with your day, but with a little extra science to fill your cup of knowledge!
Sunrise Science events are free. Tickets are capped due to fixed seating in The Dome. Guests will be asked to fill all available seats.
All guests, including members, should make a reservation on the Science Museum’s website prior to the event. Tickets will only be available at the door if the event is not sold out. If you reserved tickets and can’t attend, please contact Guest Services at [email protected] or 804.864.1400 so we can make those spaces available for other guests.
Science Museum exhibitions are not open during Sunrise Science events.
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