In the following pages, you will have the opportunity to explore scientific autobiographies of more than 150 modern women oceanographers. These personal portraits give direct and compelling glimpses into the accomplishments, motivations, challenges, and lives of women scientists who come from a range of countries, institutions, career paths, job titles, levels of seniority, and areas of emphasis in ocean sciences.

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