Jon Shanklin

Jon Shanklin is a distinguished researcher associated with the British Antarctic Survey, best known for his pivotal role in the discovery of the ozone layer depletion over Antarctica. In May 1985, he co-authored a groundbreaking study published in the journal Nature, which revealed a significant thinning of the ozone layer, prompting global concern and leading to the successful implementation of the Montreal Protocol. Over the years, Shanklin has emphasized the importance of long-term environmental monitoring and careful observation in scientific research, reflecting on the lasting impact of their findings on global environmental policies.