Jan Zalasiewicz
Professor Jan Zalasiewicz is a prominent geologist and a leading advocate for recognizing the Anthropocene as a new geological epoch. He contributes to the understanding of how human activities, particularly the abundance of synthetic materials and their fossilization potential, shape the Earth's geological narrative. Along with Sarah Gabbott, he co-authored 'Discarded,' which examines the lasting imprint of humanity on the planet.
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Jan Zalasiewicz argues that humans have already left an indelible mark on the Earth.
Qué extrañas pistas de nuestra civilización hallará quien explore la Tierra cuando ya no existamos
Uruguay· 2026-01-17
Jan Zalasiewicz leads the Anthropocene Working Group, which discusses the impact of human activity on the planet.
Crítica a la propuesta de Jesús Eduardo Troconis Heredia sobre la creación de un nuevo Orden de Salud Pública Global
Venezuela· 2025-05-22
Jan Zalasiewicz is a paleontologist at the UK’s University of Leicester who co-authored a book on technofossils.
See the surprising technofossils humanity may leave behind
United States· 2025-03-29
I’m also a paleontologist, and I’m involved in this idea of the Anthropocene.
‘Technofossils’: How cheap clothes, plastics and phones will become humanity’s legacyUnited States· 2025-03-27
Prof Jan Zalasiewicz is a geologist and a leading proponent of the Anthropocene as a new geological epoch.
Plastic bags and chicken bones: the fossils scientists believe will become our eternal legacy | Palaeontology
United Kingdom· 2025-02-22