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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology
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The Society of Vertebrate Paleontology is made up of university, museum, and public lands professionals, as well as artists, students, and others interested in VP. The society is organized exclusively in support of educational and scientific purposes.
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · Jul 1
Greetings, fellow friends of prehistoric vertebrates! Which dinosaur without “Tyrannosaurus” in its name is the best? Extra internet points if you name something still alive today!
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · 1d
SVP President @stuartsumida.bsky.social speaks to Open Access Government about the importance of vertebrate paleontology and science in the United States.

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The importance of palaeontology, Earth history, and science
The Society of Vertebrate Paleontology discusses the significance of paleontology, Earth history and science in this insightful opinion piece
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PaleoJim @paleojim.bsky.social · 5d
Sharing for @Rebecca Hunt-Foster; "Happy Establishment day Dinosaur National Monument! On this date in 1915, President Woodrow Wilson established the original 80-acre national monument to protect the Carnegie Dinosaur Quarry." @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social @palaeontosoc.bsky.social
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · 9d
In this difficult moment for our US federal paleo colleagues, let’s take a moment to shout out the amazing work they do to make our science possible! Share or comment below with your thank-you message and any photos of your visits. Let’s make sure they know we appreciate and support them!
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · 10d
We will do our best to expediently post updates with verified information helpful to our members and broader community as it is made available to us regarding impacts of the US federal government shutdown.
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · 10d
Please have and encourage patience with US federal offices and our federal colleagues in the coming days. With a US federal government shutdown now in effect, progress on permit requests from federal agencies will very likely be delayed.
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · 26d
Reminder to everyone attending the upcoming annual meeting that the posters are *vertical* this year. Please see the link below for dimensions and design recommendations.

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Poster Presentation Guidelines – Society of Vertebrate Paleontology
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Krista Koeller @kristalerista.bsky.social · 19d
Who is looking for grad students for next year?

I have a group of highly-motivated, aspiring scientists in paleontology, evolution, and ecology who would love some leads on programs.
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Richard Butler @richardjbutler.bsky.social · 23d
Birmingham is built on the Triassic and our main logo for this year's conference features a Triassic reptile, a rhynchosaur, first described by Richard Owen in 1842 from Shropshire, just west of Birmingham.

We will be running two Triassic field trips this year, although both are now sold out
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · 25d
Website is down. Hosting admin on our side are aware of the issue and are working to address it. Please try back again tomorrow at the earliest! Thanks!
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · 26d
Yes, please give a few days for a response.

Here are the dates for registration. We have not yet passed any of the deadlines so you should be good once the problem is determined by folks you emailed.

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2025 Registration Information – Society of Vertebrate Paleontology
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · 26d
Please see the page linked below and use the contact information provided. (We don’t know the MCI customer service systems.) Hopefully MCI will also get back you you, but if it’s something on the SVP side this is the way to get in touch with the right folks:

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Contact Us – Society of Vertebrate Paleontology
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · 26d
Reminder to everyone attending the upcoming annual meeting that the posters are *vertical* this year. Please see the link below for dimensions and design recommendations.

vertpaleo.org/poster-prese....
Poster Presentation Guidelines – Society of Vertebrate Paleontology
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · 26d
Hi there! If you could message us with who if anyone you emailed at SVP already to get this addressed, we can follow up and see what the situation is. The annual meeting as well as logistics for members and registration, are run by a separate committee than the one that runs the social accounts.
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Eugenia Gold @drneurosaurus.bsky.social · 28d
Those registering for @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social this year, be aware there’s a £76.60 VAT Tax added on to the registration fee. Early registration ends on the 18th!!
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · Sep 5
Special events reminder for the upcoming annual meeting!
#2025SVP
The Host Committee at the University of Birmingham will be organising two special evening events as part of the Annual Meeting. These events are free and currently open only to registered attendees of the meeting, but numbers are limited so we encourage you to sign up for them as soon as possible (using the link listed at the bottom of this message) to avoid disappointment. Tuesday 11th November, 7pm, Walking with Dinosaurs – behind the scenes with the production team and Professor Steve Brusatte The team behind the return of the iconic Walking with Dinosaurs share insights into how it was made. A panel discussion featuring the producers, paleo artists and scientific advisors from across the series who reveal the secrets of their close collaboration. Audiences watched palaeontologists make incredible discoveries, making them feel at the heart of the action, whilst the fossils became inspiration for the VFX to bring the characters to life. Members of the production unpack why the storytelling focussed to individual dinosaurs, and discuss the fine balance between showing evidence and creating drama. 26 years on from the original, the team reflect on the series’ global impact, and public service broadcasting’s bold ability to introduce a new generation to palaeontology. This event will be chaired by Professor Susannah Maidment (Natural History Museum & University of Birmingham) and will take place at The Exchange in Birmingham city centre, a two-minute walk from the ICC. Spaces are limited to 150 places. Friday 14th November, 7pm, Authors’ panel discussion and book signing with Tom Holland, Dr. Thomas Halliday, Dr. Elsa Panciroli and Dr. Henry Gee Popular historian and palaeontology enthusiast Tom Holland (‘The Rest is History’) will chair a panel discussion about deep time writing with palaeontologists and authors Dr. Thomas Halliday (Otherlands), Dr. Elsa Panciroli (Beasts Before Us, Earth) and Dr. Henry Gee (A (Very) Short History of Life on Earth, The Decline and Fall of the Human Empire). The event will be followed by a book signing organised by a local bookshop. This event will take place on the campus of the University of Birmingham, a short train ride from the city centre. Spaces are limited. There is no additional charge for registered 2025 Annual Meeting attendees to attend these events, but you must sign up if you are planning to attend.
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GraphicsSci.bsky.social @graphicssci.bsky.social · Sep 5
We’re so excited to be presenting our workshop at #SVP2025: Designing For All: Creating Accessible Graphics For Science! @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social

Come and learn our top tips and simple effective techniques for enhancing your figures to make them clearer, more accessible, and more impactful!
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David Levering @biogeoverse.bsky.social · Aug 24
We're coming up on the first 2026 @sternbergcamps.bsky.social staffing info session on September 6. These group zoom calls will cover information about the Instructor and Teaching Assistant roles. Each session will start with a short presentation, followed by a Q&A portion.
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Sternberg Camps Prospective Staff Q&A Session RSVP Form
RSVP for a prospective staff Q&A session with Camps Director David Levering! Select one or more sessions, your name, and your email, and we'll get you the Zoom access link(s) to attend. Q&A sessions...
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Casey Holliday @crocholliday.bsky.social · Aug 24
Calling Midwest Anatomists and Paleontologists!
Deadlines Extended! Sept 1st for Talks and Posters! Sept 12th for registration. Look forward to seeing you here! @anatomyorg.bsky.social @paleosoc.bsky.social @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social

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Gary McGaughey @garyonyx-mcgoy.bsky.social · Aug 20
Abstract accepted for #SVP2025 - #2025SVP! I'm excited to head across the pond to Birmingham to give my talk and get caught up with all the latest research.

I'm hoping for a higher than usual representation of marine reptile research 👀
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Alessandro Chiarenza @macroecoevoale.bsky.social · Aug 18
Great news from Birmingham to the Gobi: talk accepted to #2025SVP #SVP2025 - see you in November to chat Opisthocoelicaudia and titanosaur macroevolution. Bonus Milky Way pic from my tent ⛺️ 🌌🦕
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Stephanie Drumheller @uglyfossils.bsky.social · Aug 19
Now that I have received confirmation that my #SVP2025 abstract about reptile decomposition has been accepted as a talk, I went ahead and downloaded the most important graphic of my upcoming presentation:
Clip from Arrested Development featuring the "dead dove do not eat" scene.
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Danny Anduza @paleontologizing.bsky.social · Aug 21
SO excited for this year's @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social meeting!

Come find my poster to learn how livestream broadcasts from the field can educate and inspire the public -- and even help fund paleontological research and fieldwork 💪🏽

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Harriet E. Nuttall @whosyourmammal.bsky.social · Aug 20
My first poster at #SVP2025 😁 looking forward to ranting about marsupial biogeography. I will also be running the last few days of the #Yourpalaeolife survey at that time - so much excitement all at once!

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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · Aug 21
If you share your abstract acceptance, tag us so we can help share your work with everyone!
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Brandon Peecook @gondwannabe.bsky.social · Aug 18
Notifications for #SVP2025 #2025SVP abstracts are going out!
Check your emails and get pumped for Birmingham! 😀
We've been working hard on the Program Committee. 🦴⛏️

This is one of the largest Society of Vertebrate Paleontology Annual Meetings of all time. @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social
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Discghoul @discghoul.bsky.social · Aug 19
If any of y'all have heard me irl yapping 'bout some fossils, i asked you to please read this article, and spread it as you can
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Society of Vertebrate Paleontology @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social · Aug 14
An ultra-wealthy fossil enthusiast could make more impact in the progress of paleo-science through supportive philanthropy, rather than simply adding another trophy to their estate. Investment in exploration outmatches the quiet vanity of personal acquisition.

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Fossils are scientific evidence, and shouldn’t be auctioned for millions to private buyers
Dinosaur fossils are sold for millions to private collectors. These fossils are scientific evidence, and need to be accessible for research and public education.
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