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Tethys Fossil Museum Awards 2023
Tethys Fossil Museum Awards 2023
🌟 to All Friends of Tethys! 🌟
As we step into the promising dawn of 2024, I extend my heartfelt wishes for a year filled with joy, good health, and exciting discoveries. This New Year offers a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've had at Tethys Fossil Museum in 2023.
🎉 Milestone Events in 2023:The year unfolded with remarka
🌟 to All Friends of Tethys! 🌟
As we step into the promising dawn of 2024, I extend my heartfelt wishes for a year filled with joy, good health, and exciting discoveries. This New Year offers a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've had at Tethys Fossil Museum in 2023.
🎉 Milestone Events in 2023:The year unfolded with remarkable events, and I am thrilled to share the highlights. In April 2023, we achieved a significant milestone with the pre-launch of Tethys Fossil Museum. The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Prof. Ashok Sahni and the venerable Geologist, Dr. OM Bhargav.
🏛️ Museum Unveiling:Constructed from 30-million-year-old sandstone, the museum now stands as a haven for a diverse array of fossils collected from the Himalayas. These fossils include Stromatolite, Ediacara, Trilobites, foraminifera, Coral Hydrozoans, Bivalves, gastropods, Fishes, Turtles, Ammonites, Belemnites (from the Himalayas), Dinosaurs, Glossopteris from Rayoli and Bihar, Whale shark, Oysters, marine woods, beach sandstone, wood, silicified Palm leaves discovered from Ladakh and Kasauli, numerous Angiosperm specimens, including leaves, flowers, roots, seeds, and insect wings, and even Tusk of mammoths, lower jaw of Rhinoceros, Stone tools, and corals reefs from which Ram Sethu was made.
🌐 Online Experience:Embracing the digital age, we launched the Tethys Fossil Museum website (tethysfossilmuseum.in), where you can now conveniently book an online ticket to explore the museum. The site also hosts videos of talks given by our esteemed guests in 2022. I express my gratitude to Prof. Peter Molnar, who graciously shared his profound insights in what turned out to be his last talk. You can access his talk here.
📆 2024 Plans:Looking ahead to 2024, we're excited to announce plans for a cafeteria and a 30-chair conference room within the Tethys Fossil Museum. These additions aim to enhance your overall experience and provide a space for intellectual discussions and delightful refreshments.
👏 Invitation:I extend a warm invitation to each one of you to visit the museum in 2024. Immerse yourself in the captivating story of Tethys and witness the rich fossil wealth discovered in this unique sanctuary.
🌿 Explore, Learn, and Marvel:Join us in the coming year to explore, learn, and marvel at the wonders that Tethys Fossil Museum has to offer. May 2024 be a year filled with exciting adventures and meaningful connections.
Wishing you a Happy and Enriching New Year!
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Tethys Fossil Museum Awards 2023
Tethys Fossil Museum Awards 2023
Tethys Fossil Museum Awards 2023
Subject: Call for Nominations: Tethys Fossil Museum Awards 2023
Dear Members of Tethys Fossil Museum Dangyari,
As we approach the end of another remarkable year, Tethys Fossil Museum is thrilled to announce the "Tethys Fossil Museum Award 2023" to honor the best fossil discovery of the year in the Tethys Himalayas.
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Subject: Call for Nominations: Tethys Fossil Museum Awards 2023
Dear Members of Tethys Fossil Museum Dangyari,
As we approach the end of another remarkable year, Tethys Fossil Museum is thrilled to announce the "Tethys Fossil Museum Award 2023" to honor the best fossil discovery of the year in the Tethys Himalayas.
Call for Nominations:
We invite you to nominate individuals or geologists who have made a significant fossil discovery in the Tethys Himalayas during 2023. Your nominations, whether self-nominations or recommendations for outstanding contributions from institutes, will play a crucial role in recognizing and celebrating excellence in the field.
Award Details:
- Category: Best Fossil Discovery of the Year
- Prize: Certificate of Excellence and Honorarium
- Talk and Q&A Session: The winner will be invited to deliver a talk on their discovery, followed by a question-and-answer session.
How to Nominate:To submit a nomination, please provide the following details:
- Nominee's Name and Affiliation
- Brief Description of the Fossil Discovery and its Significance
- Supporting Documents or Publications (if available)
Deadline for Nominations:
Kindly ensure that your nominations reach us by 28 Feburary 2023
Submission Email:
Please send your nominations to tethysfossilmuseum@gmail.com
Selection Process: A scientific committee, comprising eminent geoscientists, will meticulously evaluate all nominations and select the winner based on the significance and impact of the fossil discovery in the Tethys Himalayas.
Award Ceremony: The winner will be honored with a certificate of excellence and a honorarium. Additionally, they will be invited to deliver a talk on their remarkable discovery, offering insights into the fascinating world of fossils in the Tethys Himalayas. The talk will be followed by a question-and-answer session, providing a unique opportunity for engagement and knowledge sharing.
Your active participation in this process is crucial, and we look forward to receiving your nominations to recognize and celebrate the outstanding achievements in the field of paleontology.
Thank you for your continued support and contributions to the Tethys Fossil Museum community.
Best Regards,
Tethys Fossil Museum Dangyari
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