Autobiographical Sketches

Showcasing Diverse Career Paths in Ocean Sciences 

At the end of the special issue, 13 autobiographical sketches offer personal narratives from professionals across various career trajectories, including several contributed by guest editors of this issue. These sketches provide insights into the diverse pathways within and beyond academia, highlighting both traditional academic careers as well as careers in governmental agencies, industry, conservation organizations, and other applied fields. The contributors reflect on their motivations, challenges, and defining moments, offering perspectives on career development, professional fulfillment, and lessons learned. By including these narratives, we hope to broaden perspectives on professional opportunities and encourage a more inclusive and adaptable approach to career development in the ocean sciences and in adjacent fields in the marine sector.

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• Brian Kenneth Arbic
• Debora Barros
• Beatrice Omolola Bello
• Ratana Chuenpagdee
• Johanna Diwa-Acallar
• Nicolas Moity
• Mônica Mathias Costa Muelbert
• Nubi Olubunmi Ayoola
• Ngozi Oguguah
• Samuel Olatunde Popoola
• Richmond Kennedy Quarcoo
• Maria Lourdes San Diego-McGlone
• Aileen Tan Shau Hwai

Autobiographical Sketches. 2025. Oceanography 38(1):116–128.

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