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Dr. Michael J. Mottl What is your job on the ship? I am a Principle Investigator on this project. I will analyze pore waters from the sediment cores for their chemical composition. How long have you been doing this? Since 1979. What is your favorite part of what you do? Interpreting the chemical data to see what it is telling us! What is the least favorite part of your work? Planning logistics and packing for cruises. |
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did you get into this field? I fell in love with Earth sciences, especially
geology, as an undergraduate when I took an elective course for non-majors.
I got into oceanography by accident because I worked on a marine problem
for my Ph.D. and was subsequently hired at WHOI.
What are your career goals? To do what I’m doing now. What is the biggest misconception about what you do: That oceanography = marine biology. What is the most important skill/trait that you rely on? Logical, analytical thinking. What is your most memorable experience from your career? Discovering springs with animal communities in the Mariana Forearc. Tell us something about yourself. St. Paul, Minnesota – born and raised.Married 12 years – two daughters, 3 & 9 years old. Hiking – I lead hikes for Hawaiian Trail and Mtn. Club. |