Marsh Award for Marine and Freshwater Conservation | |
Run in partnership with the Zoological Society of London, this Award recognises contributions of fundamental science and its application to conservation in marine / freshwater ecosystems. | |
The 2009 winner is Dr Peter MumbyPeter Mumby has made fundamental contributions to our understanding of coral reef and mangrove ecosystems and the conservation measures needed to slow their loss. His pioneering research on remote sensing has led to a step-change in our ability to monitor reef health. His work demonstrating the linkages between mangrove systems and offshore fish stocks that depend on them as nurseries underscored their role in conservation; and his research on marine protected areas has highlighted their importance to reef resilience in the face of environmental change. In short, Peter Mumby has both altered our understanding of tropical marine ecosystems and helped shape innovative, science-driven approaches to their conservation. Email: |
Partner:The Zoological Society of London | Previous Winners:2008 - Nick Dulvy 2007 - Simon Jennings 2006 - Prof Hal Whitehead 2005 - Prof Ian Boyd |
