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Starmus VIII to Honor Environmental Champions with Jane Goodall Medal

12/16/2025

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Sir Brian May announced the Starmus Jane Goodall Earth medal to recognize efforts to protect life on Earth, with the award at Starmus VIII in October 2026.
The medal is inspired by the late primatologist Jane Goodall.
Starmus co-founder Garik Israelian emphasized truth in climate science.
Merlin van Lawick highlighted the medal's role in encouraging positive environmental actions.
The festival will focus on combating misinformation.

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Sir Brian May announced the Starmus Jane Goodall Earth medal to recognize efforts to protect life on Earth, with the award at Starmus VIII in October 2026.
The medal is inspired by the late primatologist Jane Goodall.
Starmus co-founder Garik Israelian emphasized truth in climate science.
Merlin van Lawick highlighted the medal's role in encouraging positive environmental actions.
The festival will focus on combating misinformation.