Fluorescent organisms on reef - identification help needed

[Charles Mazel]

Dear Coral List,

My group is engaged in research on fluorescence effects in marine
organisms.  As part of recent fieldwork we observed and photographed
several instances of fluorescence (or non-fluorescence) in various
sponges, crabs, shrimp, tunicates, etc. Some we have identified, but the
range of diversity puts many of the organisms outside our area of direct
expertise.  I would appreciate any help that any of you might be able to
offer in making better identifications.  You can find a list of the
specimens we need immediate help with, with links to pages with
photographs and location information, at
http://www.psicorp.com/mazel/database/helpsummary.htm. Please respond
directly to me so as not to burden the group.  I welcome any dialogue on
the sources or functions of fluorescence in any of these organisms.

Regards,

Charles Mazel

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Charles Mazel
Principal Research Scientist
Physical Sciences Inc.
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