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Presence Current · Arkansas
Last published 2022
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Kathryn E. Hanson

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Also affiliated: University of West Georgia (2018–2022)

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1 h-index 8 pubs 24 cited

  • Biological Evolution
  • Fossils
  • Animals
  • Echinodermata
  • Biodiversity

Biography and Research Information

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Kathryn E. Hanson's research focuses on the evolutionary history of echinoderms, particularly during the Cambrian and Ordovician periods. Her work investigates the relationship between morphological changes and ecological innovation in these ancient marine invertebrates. Hanson has published research indicating that morphological volatility in early echinoderms often preceded significant ecological advancements. This research contributes to understanding broader patterns of biodiversity and evolutionary processes. She has collaborated with Glenn R. Sharman on shared publications, contributing to a network of research within the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. Hanson's scholarship metrics include an h-index of 1 across 8 publications with 22 citations.

Metrics

  • h-index: 1
  • Publications: 8
  • Citations: 24

Selected Publications

  • Morphological volatility precedes ecological innovation in early echinoderms (2022)
    Nature Ecology & Evolution 24 citations DOI OpenAlex
  • EFFECTS OF CHANGING SEA LEVEL ON THE QUALITY AND CHARACTER OF DEEP-WATER CLASTIC DEPOSITS, SANTA MONICA BASIN, CALIFORNIA (2021)
    Abstracts with programs - Geological Society of America DOI OpenAlex

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