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Scientist Honored for Shark Conservation Efforts After Life-Threatening Encounter

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Mexican marine biologist Mauricio Hoyos Padilla has been honored with the 2026 National Geographic/Buffett Award for Leadership in Conservation for his decades-long work protecting sharks. Despite a life-threatening encounter during his research, Padilla has continued to advance understanding of shark behavior and advocate for their conservation. His efforts include leading expeditions, publishing extensively, and educating the public about the vital role sharks play in marine ecosystems. AI

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Scientist Honored for Shark Conservation Efforts After Life-Threatening Encounter

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Melissa Cristina Márquez, Contributor ·

    The Scientist Who Risked Everything To Understand Sharks

    Two conservationists working worlds apart have been recognized with the 2026 National Geographic/Buffett Awards for Leadership in Conservation. One protects bats and small mammals in West Africa. The other has spent three decades transforming how we understand and protect sharks …

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