Steve Brusatte
Steve Brusatte is a paleontologist and evolutionary biologist, affiliated with the University of Edinburgh. He is a leading expert on dinosaur evolution, particularly theropods, and their relationship to modern Birds.
Research & Publications
- Authored The Story of Birds (2026), detailing the evolutionary trajectory of avian dinosaurs.
- Research focuses on macroevolutionary patterns in Theropoda and the origins of flight.
Key Themes & Media
- Birds as Dinosaurs: Advocates for the classification of Birds as the sole surviving lineage of Dinosaurs, emphasizing continuity rather than extinction at the K-Pg boundary.
- Public Engagement: Frequent media contributor, including interviews with New Scientist on the phylogenetic links between non-avian dinosaurs and modern avifauna.