2026 Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement Awarded to Soil Star Dr. Toby Kiers

Soil Star Dr. Toby Kiers has been recognised for her pioneering research into underground fungal networks and soil biodiversity - work that has transformed global understanding of ecosystem resilience and climate health. In recognition of her groundbreaking contributions, she has been awarded the 2026 Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement, often described as the “Nobel Prize for the Environment.”

Watch this short film to learn more about the science, the story, and the urgency behind Dr. Kiers's impact.