Ben Egan, a master’s student is currently working on a project known as the carbon isotope anomaly, which involves dinosaurs eating patterns. After two years of research, Egan hopes to publish his findings sometime in the coming October or November. Fossils can be best described as any preserved remains of an organism that existed in the past. Terrain and care limit environmental impactsVelez said that the potential environmental impact of digging up fossils is miniscule, especially in Saskatchewan. Given cases of poaching and desecration are likely, both Velez and Egan emphasized on the importance of respecting the land and fossil.