Where was Nansen a curator before becoming an explorer?
University Museum of Bergen
Louvre Museum
British Museum
Smithsonian Institution
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Nansen's curatorship at the University Museum of Bergen preceded his renowned career as an explorer. During this period, he focused on studying marine fauna, particularly the nervous system of lower animals. His research laid the foundation for his subsequent scientific expeditions, which would eventually lead to his historic polar explorations and solidify his legacy as a pioneering figure in the fields of exploration and scientific discovery.
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