Auditorium Theatre 2021-2022, Issue 2, National Geographic Spinosaurus

AUDITORIUM THEATRE :: SPINOSAURUS | 5 NIZAR IBRAHIM “For me, ‘National Geographic Explorer’ is much more than just another title,” Ibrahim said of his experience working with the organization. “It’s a reminder of my earliest steps as a scientist, it means being in an inspiring community of trailblazing change-makers, and it offers me the supportive framework I need to make the next landmark discoveries … it started off [with their] support for me as a young budding scientist, and quickly evolved into something much bigger when my team uncovered some of the most exciting paleontological treasures of the last few decades.” “If you want to share the excitement of science and exploration with the world you can’t really wish for a better partner than National Geographic.” — Nizar Ibrahim Ibrahim recalled the day he opened his email inbox and found a message from National Geographic, informing him that he had been selected for the 2014 Emerging Explorers class, joining the ranks of legendary explorers including anthropologist Jane Goodall and oceanographer Sylvia Earle. “It’s a humbling experience,” he said, “and one that pushes you to always strive for excellence.” Discover with Nizar Ibrahim on February 27, 2022, and explore with Ami Vitale on March 13, 2022, at the Auditorium Theatre. The third event in the National Geographic Live series, featuring biologist and photographer Ronan Donovan, takes place on April 10, 2022. Nizar Ibrahim, photo by Robert Loveridge.