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VIDEO: Ernie’s 70-Year Paper

Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Avrel Seale, UT Austin News · July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

At 98, Ernie Lundelius, professor emeritus of paleontology, is still curious about the world. And with the help of colleague and friend Steve May, he has published yet another paper. The post VIDEO: Ernie’s 70-Year Paper appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin .

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The recent publication of Ernie Lundelius' paper is a testament to the enduring spirit of academic inquiry in Austin. As a professor emeritus of paleontology at the University of Texas, Lundelius has spent decades contributing to the field, and his continued productivity is a boon to the local scientific community. The fact that he has published a paper 70 years into his career is a remarkable achievement, and a reflection of the city's vibrant intellectual landscape. Austin's unique blend of academic institutions, including the University of Texas, helps foster a culture of lifelong learning and collaboration, as evidenced by Lundelius' work with colleague Steve May. This latest publication is a reminder that Austin is home to a thriving community of scholars and researchers, and that the city's institutions continue to support and enable their work, even in retirement.

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Category: local · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: UT Austin News · Reading time: 1 min

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