Three scientists nominated for the Indianapolis Prize

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Scott Dowd in the Amazon. Photo by Keith Ellenbogen.
Scott Dowd in the Amazon. Photo by Keith Ellenbogen.
Lisa Dabek with a tree kangaroo. Photo by Bruce Beehler.
Lisa Dabek with a tree kangaroo. Photo by Bruce Beehler.
Laurie Marker with a cheetah. Photo by Christophe LePetit.
Laurie Marker with a cheetah. Photo by Christophe LePetit

Three scientists starring in three of Sy’s Scientists in the Field titles have been nominated for the Indianapolis Prize, one of the most prestigious honors in conservation. Scott Dowd, featured in Sy’s latest kids book, Amazon Adventure; Lisa Dabek, star of Quest for the Tree Kangaroo, and Laurie Marker, subject of Chasing Cheetahs, all made the cut to be considered for the prize honoring the most successful conservationist in the world. Congratulations to these wonderful friends on this recognition for their crucial work saving animals.


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