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Antarctica is full of unique habitats and species – but they’re vulnerable to factors like climate change, invasive species and human activity.

Researchers at the British Antarctic Survey have provided critical expertise and evidence that has had a profound impact on conservation, sustainability, and climate awareness in Antarctica.

This includes protecting 12% of the Earth’s marine areas, identifying 204 important bird and biodiversity areas, as well as eradicating a non-native species of grass and helping protect humpback whales.

A team made up of Professor Richard Phillips, Dr Susie Grant, Dr Kevin Hughes and Dr Jennifer Jackson are finalists in the NERC Impact Awards 2023, which shine a spotlight on the UK science at the heart of the responsible management of our planet. The awards celebrate NERC-funded scientists, as individuals or teams, whose work has had a big impact on the environment, economy or society.

Find out more about the awards: https://www.ukri.org/news/announcing-...

Meet the other finalists:    • 2023 NERC Impact Awards