Can paleontologists pinpoint the dawn of the dinosaurs?

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences 2026 Open access

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Authors: Amy McDermott
DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2535891123
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Abstract

Can paleontologists pinpoint the dawn of the dinosaurs?We know that an asteroid impact ended the age of the dinosaurs.Now, researchers are uncovering the early evolutionary steps that set the stage for their impressive reign.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Paleontology and Evolutionary Biology History of Science and Natural History Evolution and Paleontology Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
Volume
123
Issue
2
Pages
e2535891123–e2535891123
Publication date
7 January 2026
Language
EN