Yara Haridy

Yara Haridy, a paleontologist at the Museum für Naturkunde in Berlin, reveals her fascinating work on bone evolution. She discusses a chance encounter that led her to innovative imaging techniques, illuminating how ancient bones functioned. The conversation dives into the vital role of osteocytes in bone health and communication, and how advancements in technology have opened new avenues for understanding evolutionary history. Haridy highlights the discovery of ancient osteocytes in jawless fish, linking them to modern bone cells and showcasing the serendipity in scientific exploration.