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Kenneth J. Lohmann

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Prof. Lohmann is a leading authority on magnetoreception in marine animals, particularly sea turtles. His research has demonstrated that sea turtles possess both magnetic compass and map senses, enabling them to navigate vast ocean distances. Recent studies from his lab have uncovered that these animals can detect minute variations in Earth's magnetic field, providing a comprehensive geomagnetic map for navigation.