Gerta Keller
Professor of Paleontology and Geology at Princeton University and author of The Last Extinction, known for research on mass extinctions and the Deccan volcanism hypothesis for dinosaur extinction.
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Oct 4, 2025 • 60min
Gerta Keller, "The Last Extinction: The Real Science Behind the Death of the Dinosaurs" (Diversion Books, 2025)
Gerta Keller, a Princeton geoscientist and paleontologist, revolutionized our understanding of dinosaur extinction with her groundbreaking research. She reveals that Deccan volcanism, not an asteroid, caused the catastrophe that wiped out the dinosaurs, sparking a fierce debate known as the 'Dinosaur Wars.' Keller shares her personal journey from poverty in Switzerland to becoming a leading scientist, and emphasizes the parallels between past extinctions and today's climate crisis. Her insights provide a compelling warning against the looming threat of a sixth extinction.
Oct 4, 2025 • 60min
Gerta Keller, "The Last Extinction: The Real Science Behind the Death of the Dinosaurs" (Diversion Books, 2025)
Dr. Gerta Keller, a Professor of Paleontology and Geology at Princeton, challenges the long-held belief that an asteroid caused the dinosaurs' extinction. Instead, she presents compelling evidence that volcanic eruptions in India played a crucial role. Keller shares her journey from a poor upbringing in Switzerland to pioneering controversial theories in science. She discusses the so-called 'Dinosaur Wars,' the ramifications of her discoveries, and warns of the current threat of climate change leading to a sixth extinction, urging action to combat fossil fuel dependence.
