Mike D'Antonio

This episode features Mike D'Antonio, a paleobotanist and postdoc at the Field Museum, who specializes in late Paleozoic plants. He discusses the fascinating Mazon Creek Fossil Formation, highlighting its rich diversity of ancient plant life. Mike shares insights on using advanced CT scanning technology to revolutionize the study of fossil remains. He also delves into the evolutionary secrets of ancient lycopods and reflects on how innovative 3D scanning and printing can make paleobotany more accessible and engaging for the public.