Marine Conservation Leader Aaron Eger Wins 2025 Eureka Prize for Kelp Forest Work
Dr. Aaron Eger, founder of the Kelp Forest Alliance, has received the 2025 Eureka Prize for Emerging Leader in Science. His organization coordinates 340 groups across 25 nations to safeguard and rehabilitate underwater kelp ecosystems, targeting 4 million hectares by 2040. Eger emphasizes the growing public awareness of these habitats' ecological significance and their diverse cultural uses, from art to medicine. The Australian Museum's Eureka Prizes recognize outstanding contributions in science and innovation.
Key facts
- Dr. Aaron Eger won the 2025 Eureka Prize for Emerging Leader in Science
- He leads the Kelp Forest Alliance, uniting 340 organizations across 25 countries
- The alliance aims to protect and restore 4 million hectares of kelp forests by 2040
- Kelp forests have applications in art, medicine, food, and building materials
- The Australian Museum administers the Eureka Prizes, Australia's premier science awards
Entities
Institutions
- Kelp Forest Alliance
- Australian Museum
Locations
- Australia