About the event
Unearth the real behaviours of prehistoric animals as we join acclaimed palaeontologist, author, and TV presenter Dr Dean Lomax on a remarkable journey through the grand cycle of life in deep time. Focusing on the direct evidence of astonishing behaviours recorded in some of the world’s most extraordinary and unusual fossils, Lomax provides a glimpse into the real-world stories of prehistoric parenting, the quest for survival, and the endless struggle between predator and prey. From fighting dinosaurs to mosasaur mealtimes and a two-headed fossil reptile, these unbelievable fossils challenge what we thought we knew about the prehistoric world. – Based on Dr Lomax’s new book, we are given a unique view of the private moments of long-extinct creatures as never before. The talk will be followed by a Q&A and a book signing with the author and illustrator.
About the speaker
Dr Dean Lomax is the author of more than ten books, is a leading authority on ichthyosaurs, and travels the world excavating and researching dinosaurs and other ancient animals. Like many people, Dean's passion for palaeontology stems from a childhood fascination with everything dinosaur. His career has taken an unconventional route – without the grades or finances to study palaeontology at university, Dean sold his possessions at age 18 to fund a trip to excavate dinosaurs in America, and immersed himself in research, as well as writing scientific papers and books. He has since become affiliated with The University of Manchester as an Honorary Research Fellow, completing an MPhil and PhD, and is also an 1851 Research Fellow at The University of Bristol. He hopes that his self-taught success helps inspire others from disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue their dreams.
About the artist
Bob Nicholls is a world-renowned natural history artist who specializes in the reconstruction of prehistoric animals, plants, and environments. His illustrations and models have been published in more than forty books and exhibited in over forty museums, universities, and visitor attractions around the world. He was the illustrator for the books, 'The Secret Lives of Dinosaurs', and 'Locked in Time', written by Dr Lomax.
Accessibility information
| Wheelchair accessible? |
Yes |
| Hearing loops? |
Yes |
| Seating? |
Yes |
| Refreshments? |
No |
| Flashing lights? |
No |
| Loud noises? |
No |
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