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Slovenian cave biologist Boris Sket dies at 87
Original: Professor Boris Sket (1936–2023): the SpeleoBiologist and much more
Professor Boris Sket, the Slovenian speleobiologist renowned for his research on cave fauna and subterranean biodiversity, has died at the age of 87. Born in 1936, he built a long career studying life in caves and groundwater, becoming a leading figure in cave biology and a mentor to generations of researchers. Tributes are highlighting both his scientific contributions and his broader influence beyond speleobiology.
Why now: The death of a prominent biologist naturally prompts tributes and renewed attention to his life's work.
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- Professor Boris Sket (1936–2023): the SpeleoBiologist and much more · Bioengineer.org
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