Fossil Fish from the Late Cretaceous of Alberta

This course aims to explore the challenges of identifying isolated elements of fossil fish from the Late Cretaceous of Alberta and the use of new technology to gain insights into the history of teleost fishes. Students will learn about the role of teleost fishes in ancient freshwater communities, the use of micro CT scanners for digital examination of fossils, and the discovery of early members of important fish groups. The teaching method includes lectures on context, environment, identification techniques, diversity, phylogenetic relationships, and fossil identification. This course is intended for paleontologists, geologists, archaeologists, biology enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history of fish species and the application of technology in paleontological research.