這本雜志致力于應用古生物學來解決地層學、沉積學、古地理學、古生態學和古生物學等廣泛分支學科的地質問題。每一期都有幾篇全面的文章，以及許多短篇論文、書評、相關新聞和公告。

This journal is devoted to application of paleontology in solving geologic problems in a broad spectrum of subdisciplines including stratigraphy, sedimentology, paleogeography, paleoecology, and paleobiology. Each issue features several comprehensive articles as well as numerous short papers, book reviews, relevant news, and announcements.