Help us Shape the Ocean Expert Database
We are excited to introduce the Ocean Expert Database, a pilot effort developed by the Sustainable Ocean Community and the National Decade Committee to connect ocean experts and professionals working in or affiliated with the Netherlands.
This database is part of a broader mission to strengthen connections across disciplines, increase the visibility of ocean expertise, and support collaboration on urgent challenges in ocean sustainability.
At this early stage, we are especially eager to hear from you. We know this database is not yet complete or perfect, and we see this launch as an opportunity to learn together. Your feedback will help us refine the categories, improve how people search for experts, and ensure the platform truly serves the needs of the community.
If you are an ocean expert and would like to be part of this growing network, we warmly invite you to add your profile. Please note that all submissions will be reviewed before they appear online, so it may take a little time for new entries to become visible.
We also encourage you to explore the current entries — and if you have suggestions or spot anything that could be improved, please share your thoughts with us at sustainableocean@uu.nl. Together, we can build a tool that supports meaningful exchange and progress on ocean sustainability.