Career Pathway Interview: Aimee Mook, Curator of Contemporary Maritime at the National Maritime Museum—Connecting People, Collections, and Ocean Science

Aimee Mook, Curator of Contemporary Maritime at the National Maritime Museum (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), bridges ocean science and public engagement to foster ocean literacy. Her role involves integrating scientific research—such as studies on ocean physics or biofouling—with storytelling to inspire broader understanding and appreciation of marine environments. This approach combines traditional maritime curation with modern ocean science, leveraging museum collections and interactive exhibits like 'The Ocean Map' to illustrate complex concepts in accessible ways. Mook's career transition from academic research to science communication underscores the value of interdisciplinary expertise in public engagement, challenging the notion that communicating science is less significant than primary research.

Falkenberg, L. J. (2026). Career Pathway Interview: Aimee Mook, Curator of Contemporary Maritime at the National Maritime Museum—Connecting People, Collections, and Ocean Science. Limnology and Oceanography Bulletin, 35(2), 83–84. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/lob.70035