Erich Kukk
Estonian algologist and conservationist
About Erich Kukk
Lived 1928 – 2017 (aged 89). Erich Kukk was a Russian and Estonian phycologist, university teacher, botanist and environmentalist.
Erich Kukk (26 October 1928 – 17 November 2017 ) was an Estonian phycologist and conservationist. Kukk is referred to as the Grand Old Man of Estonian Phycology.
Early life Kukk was born in Misso Parish, and graduated from the University of Tartu in 1953.
Research He has published research papers of cyanobacteria and green algae, contributed the Algae section of the "Estonian Red Book" established in 1998. and has written about water pollution and treatment options.
Kukk travelled widely during his fieldwork including the Carpathians, polar Urals, Central Asia, Altai, Mongolia Finland, Lapland, in the mountains, deserts as well as tundra.
Honours and awards In 1982, he was awarded the National Prize of the Academy of Sciences of the Estonian SSR.
Personal life He was married to botanist Ülle Kukk.
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Who was Erich Kukk?
Estonian algologist and conservationist (1928-2017)
When was Erich Kukk born?
Erich Kukk was born on 26 October 1928 in Misso Rural Municipality.
When did Erich Kukk die?
Erich Kukk died on 17 November 2017.
What was Erich Kukk's occupation?
Erich Kukk was a phycologist, university teacher, botanist and environmentalist.
What nationality was Erich Kukk?
Erich Kukk was Russian and Estonian.
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