Antonio Tovar

Antonio Tovar is an oceanographer from the Instituto de Ciencias Marinas de Andalucía, known for his pioneering research on the environmental impacts of sunscreen on marine ecosystems. He has raised awareness about the toxic effects of certain sunscreen ingredients on marine life, particularly in sensitive areas like the Antartic. Recently, he was in the news for highlighting the risks posed by tourists using sunscreen while swimming in Antarctic waters, which could harm vital crustaceans like krill.