John R. Horner

John Robert Horner is an American paleontologist who described Maiasaura, providing the first clear evidence that some non-avian dinosaurs cared for their young. In addition to his paleontological discoveries, Horner served as the technical advisor for the first five Jurassic Park films, had a cameo appearance in Jurassic World, and served as a partial inspiration for one of the lead characters of the franchise, Dr. Alan Grant.