About Lee Berger
Born 1970. Lee Berger is an Australian researcher and veterinarian.
Discovery of chytridiomycosis
In 1990 a mysterious decline in frog species was observed in Australia. Rick Speare theorised that this was caused by an infectious disease and hired Berger to study this. However, in 1998 Berger was able to identify a fungus, called Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis, in the skin of the frog.
2007 – Ian Clunies Ross Memorial Award
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Lee Berger?
Australian biologist
When was Lee Berger born?
Lee Berger was born on 16 January 1970 in Epsom.
What is Lee Berger's occupation?
Lee Berger is a researcher and veterinarian.
What nationality is Lee Berger?
Lee Berger is Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Lee Berger (biologist)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Lee Berger. https://biography.guide/lee-berger/
MLA: "Lee Berger." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/lee-berger/.
Chicago: "Lee Berger." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/lee-berger/.
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