Mersin’s Millions-of-Years-Old Fossil Heritage Discussed in Museum Talks

In the 14th installment of our "Museum Talks" series—held at our Marine Life Museum—we had the pleasure of hosting Prof. Dr. Nurdan İnan, a retired faculty member from our university’s Faculty of Engineering.

In her presentation titled "Fossils of Mersin," Prof. Dr. İnan explored the geological history of Mersin and its surrounding areas, spanning millions of years. She discussed the fossil assemblages found in the region and highlighted the significance of marine fossils in helping us understand ancient marine environments.

She emphasized that fossils are not merely the remains of organisms from the past; they serve as scientific records that reveal changes in ancient seas, climates, and ecosystems.

At the conclusion of the event, our Center Director, Prof. Dr. Deniz Ayas, presented a certificate of appreciation to Prof. Dr. Nurdan İnan, recognizing her work in the field of paleontology and her contributions to the preservation of Mersin’s fossil heritage.

As the Mersin University (MEÜ) Marine Sciences Application and Research Center, we extend our gratitude to Prof. Dr. Nurdan İnan for sharing her invaluable expertise with us.