Stratigraphy in Phylogeny Reconstruction
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Beginning with this issue, the Journal of Paleontology will be publishing an occasional section entitled ‘‘View from the Field’’. ‘‘View from the Field’’ will provide a forum for concise commentary on current issues in paleontology, including but not limited to discussion of methods, important new discoveries, and major conceptual advances. Contributions should be brief (no more than 12 double-spaced typewritten pages). Submissions will be vetted for appropriateness by the Editors and subject to peer review prior to acceptance. Enquiries and submissions should be directed to the Journal of Paleontology Special Projects Editor, Dr. Jonathan Adrain, Department of Geoscience, 121 Trowbridge Hall, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242. Phone (319) 335-1539; ,[email protected].
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