Digital Journal has covered the Turner Kirk Trust’s support for groundbreaking research on Antarctic krill, a key species in the fight against climate change.
The project, led by Imperial College London in collaboration with the British Antarctic Survey, has developed an advanced model to better understand krill distribution, aiding conservation efforts.
Funded by the Turner Kirk Trust, the research integrates acoustic in situ data, satellite climate variables, and buoy-gathered information to improve monitoring of krill populations. Initial findings in the South Georgia Island region provide a foundation for future conservation-focused management strategies.
Following the project's success, two new PhD research initiatives have been launched to expand these insights across the Southern Ocean and explore krill’s broader role in the carbon cycle. Discussions with the British Antarctic Survey are also planned for 2025 to outline further steps.
Read the full article in Digital Journal, here.
“Antarctic krill are small but mighty, and their life-sustaining importance can so easily go overlooked in conversations about climate change.”
“Our collaboration with Imperial College London and BAS underscores the critical role that philanthropy can play in furthering research and knowledge creation for transformative societal and environmental impact, which is more critical than ever when it comes to the climate crisis.”
“Unlocking and sharing new knowledge with the wider scientific community can be a make or break for conservation efforts. Tackling climate change is a time-sensitive undertaking, and conservationists and scientists need all the support they can get.”
