Mikhail Emelianov, an oceanographer of the seven seas

Genuine collaboration, strong interdisciplinarity and a positive attitude are, now more than ever, central pillars of successful teamwork.These values have long been embraced by institutions large and small, and marine research institutions are no exception.In recent decades, driven by the magnitude of the challenges facing the oceans, marine science has emphasized the need to work together to share knowledge, skills and information.In the framework of large international and interdisciplinary programmes, democratic and inclusive principles such as open access and shared knowledge have emerged with force.At the heart of these programmes, we find generous marine researchers-ocean lovers committed to nature, science and society.Mikhail Emelianov is an extraordinary example of a researcher who loves being at sea and working collaboratively within a team-he is truly a sea wolf, an oceanographer of the seven seas.He has sailed through troubled waters in practically every ocean basin and has addressed an enormous variety of topics.These qualities make him