With a sense of wonder and urgency, paleontologist Ken Lacovara took the audience on a journey through deep time, revealing how studying Earth’s ancient past can inform our future. Best known for discovering some of the world’s largest dinosaurs, Lacovara used these awe-inspiring creatures to illustrate the fragility and resilience of life. His message was clear: understanding our planet’s evolutionary story is essential to confronting today’s environmental challenges. Equal parts thrilling science and call to action, his talk was unforgettable.