Mexico's Paleontologists Urge Stronger Fossil Protection at 37th FILAH
The 37th International Anthropology and History Book Fair hosted in Mexico City emphasized the importance of fossil preservation. Experts in paleontology convened at the National Museum of Anthropology to explore the scientific, legal, and societal hurdles impacting the field. Among the distinguished attendees were Eduardo Corona Martínez from the National Institute of Anthropology and History, Felisa Aguilar Arellano of the Quinametzin Paleontological Research Center, and Elena Centeno García from the UNAM Institute of Geology. The forum aimed to address advancements as well as persistent challenges in safeguarding Mexico’s rich fossil heritage, advocating for enhanced legal frameworks and community involvement.
Key facts
- 37th International Anthropology and History Book Fair (FILAH) held in Mexico City
- Discussion and exhibition at the National Museum of Anthropology
- Participants: Eduardo Corona Martínez (INAH), Felisa Aguilar Arellano (Quinametzin Center), Elena Centeno García (UNAM)
- Focus on scientific, legal, and social challenges in paleontology
- Call for stronger protection of fossil heritage in Mexico
- Event recently concluded
- Institutions involved: INAH, UNAM, Quinametzin Paleontological Research Center
- Exhibition and discussion aimed to assess progress and remaining work
Entities
Institutions
- International Anthropology and History Book Fair (FILAH)
- National Museum of Anthropology
- National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH)
- National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM)
- Quinametzin Paleontological Research Center
- UNAM's Institute of Geology
Locations
- Mexico City
- Mexico