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<DIV><FONT size=2>Dear all-</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=2>I'm writing because I need to establish contacts with NGOs and
institutions for an integrated research project regarding the effects of the
aquarium industry on natural ecosystems, and possibly involving some aspects of
the localized socioeconomics of this issue. Any direct responses or
contacting tips would be greatly appreciated. I can be reached
directly via email: <A
href="mailto:jcfrank@sc.edu">jcfrank@sc.edu</A> </FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2>In formulating </FONT><FONT size=2>a research topic, I came up
with some questions:</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=2>*What is presently being done in the Philippines to enhance
collection practices for the benefit of the environment and the marine
ornamental collectors? </FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=2>*What organizations and/or individuals are involved in the
implimentation and development of better techniques? </FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=2>*What other countries presently supply the hobby?
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<DIV><FONT size=2>*Where does the Philippines rank in export mass among marine
ornamental suppliers? ...Or are these numbers even counted by
anyone?</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2>Thank you for any help that can be offered.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=2>-James C. Frank, The University of South Carolina Marine
Science Program</FONT></DIV>
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James C.
Frank<BR>
Marine Science Major - The University of South
Carolina<BR>
Aquarist - Riverbanks Zoo, Columbia,
SC<BR>
Aquarist Intern - National Aquarium In
Baltimore<BR>
<A
href="http://mudflat.geol.sc.edu/~jcfrank">http://mudflat.geol.sc.edu/~jcfrank</A><BR>
<A
href="mailto:Jcfrank@sc.edu">Jcfrank@sc.edu</A><BR>
(803)544-1157</FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>