Case, E. C. (Ermine Cowles), 1871-

Ermine Cowles Case (1871-1955) was a prominent American paleontologist, internationally known as one of the world's leading authorities on prehistoric life. He taught at University of Michigan from 1907-1941, and was a professor of geology and paleontology. In addition to teaching, Case was the Chairman of the Department of Paleontology and Curator of Vertebrates. He was also the Director of the Museum of Geology, and when it changed in 1928 to the Museum of Paleontology, Case became its first Director.

Case researched the scientific naming of dinosaurs and dedicated his life to filling in the fossil record of Permian and Carboniferous vertebrates from the 'red beds' of Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. He also did research on stratigraphy and hominid evolution. His vast research produced several articles, monographs, and books. Because of his work, many dinosaurs were either named by him or after him.

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