The fossil, Shishania aculeata, was originally thought to be an early mollusc, a group that includes snails and clams.

In today’s fast-changing world, where species are constantly evolving and many are disappearing, it’s fascinating to learn ...

An unexpected discovery in Antarctica is challenging long-standing scientific assumptions. A massive egg fossil, recently ...

A newly discovered fossilized giant trapdoor spider in New South Wales is captivating both scientists and the public. This ...

Fossils reveal that sebecids, long-extinct land predators, survived far longer in the Caribbean than previously thought, ...

Glaciers worldwide are archives of human pollution, preserving carbon from fossil fuels and wildfires in their ice for ...

Tyrannosaurus rex evolved in North America, but its direct ancestor came from Asia, crossing a land bridge connecting the continents more than 70 million years ago, according to a new study.

Tyrannosaurus rex evolved in North America, but its direct ancestor came from Asia, crossing a land bridge connecting the ...

Scientists with Mississippi State University (MSU) played a role in a new fossil discovery not far from the Starkville campus. MSU doctoral researchers Jonathan ...

Leard and Palmer are experienced scientists pursuing their doctoral degrees in earth and atmospheric sciences at MSU while continuing full-time work in the field. They plan to complete their degrees ...

A mystery has been building in the Caribbean. Decades ago, fossilized teeth were discovered in Cuba dating to about 18 million years ago. They were small but tapered, sharp and serrated. They were the ...