The Grandview Museum of Natural Science, located in Tianhe district, unveiled notable research on the Medusaceratops dinosaur on Sept 12.

The museum's research team discovered clear evidence of chronic osteomyelitis with draining sinuses in the dinosaur's tail vertebrae, providing a vivid reconstruction of how these ancient creatures battled severe bone infections 77 million years ago.

This Medusaceratops fossil shows chronic osteomyelitis, suggesting the dinosaur survived a severe bone infection 77 million years ago. [Photo/WeChat account: tianhefabu]

This study, published in the international journal Fossil Record, helps fill a gap in paleopathology and offers new empirical samples for further research.

Paleontologist Xing Lida delivered a public lecture at the Grandview Theatre, introducing scientific findings in digestible language for the public. A series of educational events, including fossil restoration workshops and talks by science author Wang Donghao, will further extend the impact of this research.

Earlier, the science education team of the museum visited Longkou West Primary School to conduct an engaging science lecture, transforming paleontological research into easily understandable and enjoyable educational content for the children.

The initiative, supported by various organizations, aims to foster cross-regional collaboration and enhance science education.