Our MissionThe Association for Materials and Methods in Paleontology (AMMP) advances paleontological research through education and advocacy for improved ethics, standards, and practices in field, laboratory, and analytical methods. Ethics StatementWith the understanding that paleontological localities, collected specimens, and associated records represent an irreplaceable resource, AMMP members will work actively for the preservation and long-term access to paleontological specimens, collections, and records. All actions by the member should be informed by respect for the specimens in their care. AMMP members will strive to make informed decisions based on the best of current knowledge to select materials and methods that do not adversely affect the specimen or its possibilities for future research. An AMMP member will act with transparency, honesty, and respect in all professional relationships. |
GovernanceAMMP is an all volunteer non-profit organization comprised of regular members and honorary members. The elected (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Member at Large 1, and Member at Large 2) and compulsory (Past President) officers of AMMP constitute a Board of Directors. All elected officers serve a two-year term. The Board of Directors is vested with authority and responsibilities as stated in the Constitution. Election CycleElections are held the month prior to the Annual Meeting, which traditionally takes place in April. Election results are announced during the Annual Meeting's closing banquet and officials begin their tenure immediately following the Annual Meeting. Even Year Ballot President, Secretary, Member at Large 1Odd Year Ballot Vice President, Treasurer, Member at Large 2 Constitution & BylawsClick here for pdf of the official constitution and bylaws of AMMP. | Board of Directors
President
Patrick Wilson South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Vice President Marilyn Fox Yale Peabody Museum (Retired) Past President Gregory Brown University of Nebraska State Museum (Retired) Secretary Stevie Morley La Brea Tar Pits Treasurer Shane Tucker University of Nebraska State Museum Member at Large 1 JP Cavigelli Tate Museum Member at Large 2 Cassi Knight Museum of the Rockies |