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  1. Activity of Marine Biology Institute by V. N Greze, 1975
  2. Marine biology: Experiments and activities by Carol L Matthews, 1989
  3. Marine Biology and Oceanography: Experiments and Activities/Student Manual by Carol L. Matthews, Douglas L. Matthews, 1991-04
  4. Homing and related activities of birds, (Papers from the Dept. of Marine Biology of the Carnegie Institution of Washington) by John B Watson, 1915
  5. Marine Biology and Oceanography: Experiments and Activities/Professional Sample by Carol L. Matthews, 1991-04
  6. Marine Biology and Oceanography Experiments & Activities/Teacher's Pack w/CD-Rom by Carol L. Matthews, 1991-04
  7. The Ocean Book: Aquarium and Seaside Activities and Ideas for All Ages by Center for Marine Conservation (CMC), 1989-05-03
  8. Environmental influence on activity levels and behavioural allocation in the polychaete Nereis virens (Sars) [An article from: Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology] by J. Deschenes, G. Desrosiers, et all 2005-04-23
  9. Effect of temperature and salinity on acetylcholinesterase activity, a common pollution biomarker, in Mytilus sp. from the south-western Baltic Sea [An ... of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology] by S. Pfeifer, D. Schiedek, et all 2005-06-15
  10. Activity and shelter use of an intertidal snail: effects of sex, reproductive condition and tidal cycle [An article from: Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology] by L. Pardo, L.E. Johnson, 2004-04-15
  11. Effects of hypo- or hyperosmotic stress on gluconeogenesis, phosphoenolpyruvate carboxykinase activity, and gene expression in jaw muscle of the crab Chasmagnathus ... of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology] by V. Schein, A.L.F. Chitto, et all 2005-03-21
  12. Foraging behavior and activity budgets of sea stars on a subtidal sediment bottom community [An article from: Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology] by J.H. Himmelman, C. Dutil, et all
  13. Neuronal cholinergic control is involved in the modification of cardiac activity and circulation induced by waterborne copper in the chiton Acanthopleura ... of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology] by G. Bini, G.A. Williams, et all 2006-10-24
  14. Activity patterns in northern rock sole are mediated by temperature and feeding history [An article from: Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology] by T.P. Hurst, T.A. Duffy,

1. Odyssey Expeditions Tropical Marine Biology Voyages Marine Biology Overview
Odyssey Expeditions marine biology activities Overview.
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Odyssey Expeditions Marine Biology Activities Overview Voyages
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During a three-week voyage of discovery, we examine the complexity, fragility, pristine beauty and ever increasing importance of our planet's oceans. The magnificent reefs, mangroves, turtle grass beds and rocky intertidal zones serve as the ultimate biological laboratory. Marine biologists accompany each vessel and present marine science education programs throughout the voyages. You have the opportunity to apply new knowledge and techniques during hands-on field research projects carefully designed to be fun, educational, and scientifically productive.
Explore topics in Oceanography, Biodiversity, Physiology, Ecology, and Animal Behavior and their accompanied research techniques. Hands-on labs and field experiments bring practical application to discussion topics and slide presentations.
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2. Marine Biology
We in the FIU Marine Biology program are celebrating our first full year since the implementation of our the focal point for marine biology activities at FIU and the home
http://www.marine.fiu.edu/
Welcome to the FIU Marine Biology Program For Program Information Call: 305-919-5602 Last Updated: April 1, 2004, no joke Announcements Course Materials Curriculum Guidelines Major in Marine Biology ... Further Information Important Announcement! Groundbreaking for our new marine lab building has been scheduled for April 23, 2004 at the Biscayne Bay Campus, 9:00 - 11:00 AM. This long-awaited event marks the establishment of an excellent new home for our program. Friends of the program, students, and the public are invited to attend. PS we'll be serving mimosas! We are presently negotiating with at least one potential new faculty member, which will bring us up to 4 tenure-track faculty in Marine Biology. Florida International University continues in its strong commitment to the establishment of the new Marine Biology program that is situated at the scenic Biscayne Bay Campus. Congratulations Michelle McComb!

3. Marine Biology
This new facility will be the focal point for marine biology activities at FIU andthe home of a wide range of research initiatives in and beyond the Caribbean
http://www.fiu.edu/~marine/
Welcome to the FIU Marine Biology Program For Program Information Call: 305-919-5602 Last Updated: April 1, 2004, no joke Announcements Course Materials Curriculum Guidelines Major in Marine Biology ... Further Information Important Announcement! Groundbreaking for our new marine lab building has been scheduled for April 23, 2004 at the Biscayne Bay Campus, 9:00 - 11:00 AM. This long-awaited event marks the establishment of an excellent new home for our program. Friends of the program, students, and the public are invited to attend. PS we'll be serving mimosas! We are presently negotiating with at least one potential new faculty member, which will bring us up to 4 tenure-track faculty in Marine Biology. Florida International University continues in its strong commitment to the establishment of the new Marine Biology program that is situated at the scenic Biscayne Bay Campus. Congratulations Michelle McComb!

4. Environmental Studies / Marine Biology
Format (1) for Final Proposals for. marine biology activities and Research. FinalProposal Content Format. The final proposal must include Project summary
http://marine.alaskapacific.edu/marine/PCCF-format.html
Alaska Pacific University Environmental Studies / Marine Biology Format for Final Proposals for Marine Biology Activities and Research The final proposal must include:
  • Project summary
  • The summary is limited to one page in length. It should be a self-contained description of the proposed activity, and should include elements of the purpose and need, objectives, methods, and significance of the work. It should be understandable to a scientifically literate lay reader. Sections 2-3 combined must not exceed 10 pages, including all figures, maps, tables or other ancillary materials.
  • Provide a detailed plan for your proposed work and use of the funds. Describe the major tasks to be accomplished and how these will be carried out. Justify the size and scope of the activity, including (if appropriate) a sampling strategy and explanations for the type and numbers of samples collected. Describe your experimental design (if applicable). Where appropriate, provide illustrations of special sampling gear or operations, a map or maps of activity locations. Include a detailed schedule for the proposed activities. Include a description of existing facilities, systems or equipment that will be available for the proposed activity. Finally, describe the administrative responsibilities for the project, the team composition (including names of key individuals) and the assignments of team members to the major tasks. Provide specific estimates of the time (in hours or days) that team members will work on the activity.
  • 5. Environmental Studies / Marine Biology Guidelines For Final
    Alaska Pacific University Environmental Studies / Marine Biology Guidelinesfor Final Proposals for marine biology activities and Research.
    http://marine.alaskapacific.edu/marine/PCCF-guidelines2001.html
    Alaska Pacific University
    Environmental Studies / Marine Biology
    Guidelines for Final Proposals for
    Marine Biology Activities and Research For APU undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty
    Support is available up to $2500 for Junior practica or Senior projects, and
    up to $7,500 for master's student or faculty activities. FINAL PROPOSALS DUE: 30 November 2001 by noon. Submit final proposals to Jennifer Rochelle, Environmental Studies office, GH 319 and in electronic form by e-mail to dscheel@alaskapacific.edu. Award decisions will be made by 17 December 2001. Written pre-proposals Final proposals should have been preceded by a written pre-proposal (due 2 November 2000 by noon). Final proposals submitted without a pre-proposal may not receive full consideration. Final Proposals Guidelines for final proposal are given below. Funding decisions will be made based on the content of the final proposal. The final proposal must include:
    • Project summary A full justification for your proposed activities including literature review if appropriate A detailed plan for your proposed work and use of the funds Literature cited Biographical sketch A complete budget.

    6. Under The Sea A Unit On Marine Biology
    marine biology unit, fish activities, fish lesson plans, ocean facts, ocean life,ocean animals, creatures that live in the sea. Fish. Mollusks. Crustaceans.
    http://www.geocities.com/sseagraves/underthesea.htm
    Under the Sea Fish Mollusks Crustaceans Echinoderms ... Dauphin Island Sea Lab Each of the links to the left contains facts and information, photos, classroom activities and investigations, online games, and downloadable worksheets and puzzles. For photos of my marine biology classroom and how I decorated it, click here Fishy Links - Ocean Life Links ~  Fishy Tales - Student Storybooks for Under the Sea Fishy Fun - Games, Quizzes, Puzzles ... Sign our guestbook We love to get mail! sseagraves@yahoo.com © 2001 S. Seagraves Be sure to visit our classroom web site for more thematic units and lesson plan ideas. Mrs. Seagraves' QUEST Class Homepage visitors since 05/01/2001 This is a thematic unit about animals that live in our oceans. It includes information about fish and sharks, crustaceans such as crabs, lobsters and shrimp, echinoderms such as sea urchins, sand dollars and starfish and information about whales and dolphins, sea turtles and manatees. There are many worksheets which you can download and games and activities. marine biology unit, fish activities, fish lesson plans, ocean facts, ocean life, ocean animals, creatures that live in the sea.

    7. Odyssey Marine Biology Adventure Voyages Summer Camps, Sailing & Scuba Diving Tr
    Summer adventures for teenagers with scuba, sailing, marine biology, and photography programs in various Caribbean countries. Contains details of activities, programs, photo gallery, dates, fees, and application form.
    http://www.odysseyexpeditions.org
    Odyssey Tropical Marine Biology Teen Summer Camps
    Welcome to Odyssey Expeditions website. We offer Tropical Marine Biology Voyages for high school and college students aboard sailing catamarans in the British Virgin Islands and Windward Islands (St. Lucia, St. Vincent, the Grenadines, and Grenada). Our programs feature sailing, scuba diving, and marine biology as the primary components, as well as lots of opportunities for watersports, island exploration, leadership development, and friendship building. Odyssey Expeditions was founded in 1995 and we have had over a thousand satisfied participants. You can join us for a voyage of discovery that is three weeks long, taking place in June, July, and August. Voyages are all inclusive except airfare at $4190 for the British Virgin Islands and $4390 for the Windward Islands. The BVI voyages are 21 days in length and the Windwards are 23 days in length. Aboard each program is a professional marine biologist dedicated to developing your understanding of the ocean realm and the inhabitants of the seas.
    To see our full website, please follow this link to

    8. Under The Sea
    Under the Sea This science site is a complete unit of marine biology. Included are quot;facts and information, classroom activities and investigations, online games, and downloadable worksheets
    http://rdre1.inktomi.com/click?u=http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Atrium/5924/und

    9. Snail Facts
    marine biology, Adventures, Projects and Ideas for Exploring the World of Oceansand Shores. Doris. Wonderful activities and illustrations. Good for ages 712.
    http://www.geocities.com/sseagraves/Oceanlifeteacherguide.htm
    Fish Mollusks Crustaceans Echinoderms ... Under the Sea Under the Sea Teacher's Guide Each of the links to the left contains facts and information, photos, classroom activities and investigations, online games, and downloadable worksheets and puzzles. For photos of my marine biology classroom and how I decorated it, click here None of these materials are usually found in a school supply store. I purchased these materials from Acorn Naturalists . They are my very favorite source for anything related to Environmental Education. Be sure to check them out! Exploring the Oceans, Science Activities for Kids. Fredericks. This hands-on activity book has activities about seashores, tide pools, coastal waters, to name a few. Good activities. Ages 7-12 Marine Biology, Adventures, Projects and Ideas for Exploring the World of Oceans and Shores. Doris. Produced in cooperation with the nationally acclaimed Children's School of Science at Woods Hole. Wonderful activities and illustrations. Good for ages 7-12. The Incredible Coral Reef, An Active-Learning Book for Kids. Albert. Games, art activities, turtle adoption, winner of the Teacher's Choice Awards. Grades 3-8, but may be used with primary gifted students. The Coral Reef Teacher's Guide. By

    10. Under The Sea A Unit On Marine Biology
    marine biology curriculum for elementary students, including classroom activities, online games and puzzles.
    http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Atrium/5924/underthesea.htm
    Under the Sea Fish Mollusks Crustaceans Echinoderms ... Dauphin Island Sea Lab Each of the links to the left contains facts and information, photos, classroom activities and investigations, online games, and downloadable worksheets and puzzles. For photos of my marine biology classroom and how I decorated it, click here Fishy Links - Ocean Life Links ~  Fishy Tales - Student Storybooks for Under the Sea Fishy Fun - Games, Quizzes, Puzzles ... Sign our guestbook We love to get mail! sseagraves@yahoo.com © 2001 S. Seagraves Be sure to visit our classroom web site for more thematic units and lesson plan ideas. Mrs. Seagraves' QUEST Class Homepage visitors since 05/01/2001 This is a thematic unit about animals that live in our oceans. It includes information about fish and sharks, crustaceans such as crabs, lobsters and shrimp, echinoderms such as sea urchins, sand dollars and starfish and information about whales and dolphins, sea turtles and manatees. There are many worksheets which you can download and games and activities. marine biology unit, fish activities, fish lesson plans, ocean facts, ocean life, ocean animals, creatures that live in the sea.

    11. Marine Biology, Sea Creatures, Marine Life, Ocean Biology...Research, News And M
    Find out about new marine species, get involved in ocean conservation, explore dynamic research and marine biology news. marine biology is The scientific study of animals, plants and other organisms that live in the ocean challenge and addressing the many activities that are degrading the oceans and
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    12. Marine Biology Elementary Lesson Plans & Curricula Development
    by science educators at the Aquarium, our marine biology elementary lesson showncontain science, math, and assorted interdisciplinary activities relating to
    http://www.aquariumteacher.com/educator.html
    Back Bay Marshes
    Sandy Beaches
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    Pelagic Waters Download free classroom activities To order curricula or for more information contact
    361-881-1204 or sealab@txstateaq.org www.aquariumteacher.com is an
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    13. Sars Bergen
    The centre is a part of UNIFOB, the Bergen University Research Foundation. Information about the centre and its history, research activities and seminars.
    http://www.uib.no/fa/sars/

    14. Odyssey Expeditions - Tropical Marine Biology Voyages!
    Summer adventure program for teenagers in the Caribbean, Virgin Islands. activities include scuba diving, sailing, rainforest ecology, backpacking, marine biology, sea kayaking, whitewater rafting
    http://www.1awesome-summer-camps-adventures.com/
    S ummer M arine B iology A dventure V oyages
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    "This summer, learn about the oceans, live the excitement of a discovery adventure, and experience the underwater realm. Join Odyssey Expeditions on the educational experience of a lifetime."
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    L ook face to face with a Nassau Grouper, explore tall mountain rainforests, learn about the mysteries of the oceans with expert naturalists and research scientists as your guide. Take command at the helm of your sailing yacht, steer it to a pristine coral reef, and dive into crystal clear waters to visit the marine life below. Later, relax in a hammock, take out a sea kayak, or visit ashore for dancing with a steel drum band.
    D iscover the excitement of living and sailing on a yacht in the Windward Islands. Dive top Caribbean dive sites, earn PADI open water, advanced, and specialty SCUBA certifications, learn to sail a large catamaran, and make great friends as you learn about the marine environment and assist in coral reef research activities.
    O dyssey Expeditions provides opportunities for students to share in the fun and excitement of participating in a meaningful journey, full of challenges, but free of pressure. Odyssey Expeditions is dedicated to providing a foundation in scientific principles, underwater exploration skills, and personal talents to enable participants to become Ambassadors of the Worlds Oceans.

    15. Odyssey Expeditions Tropical Marine Biology Voyages Marine Biology Field Studies
    processes interacting with tropical marine organisms including An introduction tothe biology and identification of for underwater research activities to study
    http://www.odysseyexpeditions.org/sfsmarinebiologyactivities.htm
    Odyssey Expeditions Field Studies Voyages Marine Sciece Activities Voyages
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    Tropical Marine Biology Curriculum Course Description: The biological and the physical processes interacting with tropical marine organisms including coral reefs, mangroves, and birds, will be introduced and discussed in detail. Particular emphasis will be placed on the integration of ecological processes with the biodiversity and richness of tropical habitats. An introduction to the biology and identification of tropical coral reef organisms will prepare students for underwater research activities to study the ecological processes involved in maintaining high species diversity. A series of evening presentations, discussions and debates will address reef management issues and students will conduct projects to explore areas of interest in more detail. This is a field-oriented course designed to introduce students to the techniques used in the study of biology, ecology, and physiology of subtidal organisms. Current underwater research methods are learned and implemented in underwater exercises.

    16. Broadreach Teen Summer Camp. Scuba Camp, Diving, Sailing, Travel, Marine Biology
    Summer adventures for teenagers with scuba, sailing, marine biology, and wilderness programs in various countries. Contains details of activities, programs, photo gallery, dates, fees, and application form.
    http://www.gobroadreach.com/
    My Broadreach Home About Us Programs ...
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    In Sport Diver, April 2004 Experience a Broadreach
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    Sport Diver's teen editor. Go Summer Adventure Programs Caribbean Adventure Underwater Discoveries Underwater Discoveries Advanced Grenadines Voyage Arc of the Caribbean ... Divemaster Intern Program Marine Biology Adventure Marine Biology Accredited Honduras Eco-Adventure World Adventure Costa Rica Experience Amazon and Galapagos Baja Extreme Fiji Vanuatu Quest ... Insights School of Experiential Education View slideshows from our trips. Go Over the last ten years Broadreach has taken thousands of teens on small group, hands-on adventures. No experience is required to explore the world! Learn More Trip photos, contact information for other Broadreachers, trip bulletin boards and more. Go Site Index Privacy Legal

    17. Marine Biology History
    University of California online course in marine biology. A Brief History of marine biology and Oceanography a major part of human activities since the earliest times, since the
    http://www.meer.org/mbhist.htm
    MEER home
    University of California online course in Marine Biology

    A Brief History of Marine Biology and Oceanography

    Phoenician colonies and voyages,
    modified from The Challenger Reports (summary), 1895
    Homers conception of the world during the Heroic era,
    modified from The Challenger Reports (summary), 1895
    Herodotus map of world,
    modified from The Challenger Reports (summary), 1895
    Aristotle
    modified from Singer, 1921 About this time, however, observations of natural phenomena related to the seas and oceans began to be written down. Herodotus, around 450 BC, wrote of the regular tides in the Persian Gulf, the deposition of silt in the Nile Delta, and uses the term "Atlantic" for the first time to describe the western seas. In the fourth century, the Phocaean colonists of Massila (Marseilles), sent the Greek astronomer Pytheas on a voyage out of the Pillars of Hercules (Gibraltar), where he traveled to Britain, Germany, and the Baltic Sea. He describes conditions in a distant far northern sea, which may have been in the Arctic (he describes it as having a 24 hour day at the summer solstice), as thick and gelatinous like a jellyfish (these waters are at times thick with gelatinous organisms of various kinds). " I found no basis prepared; no models to copy... Mine is the first step, and therefore a small one, though worked out with much thought and hard labor. It must be looked at as a first step and judged with indulgence."

    18. Marine Biology
    a wonderful description of just what marine biology is as about a variety of marinespecies, questions asked, and interactive activities for kids.
    http://www.skyweb.net/~mgbio/marine.htm
    Marine Biology
    Come and explore the great world of the sea. Learn about whales dolphins sharks skates , and rays pinapeds coral reefs manatees ... squid and octopi echinoderms other animals and much much more
    This site is under continual construction. Please be parent with the renovations.
    Whales
    WhaleNet
    This site, sponsored by Wheelock College , is dedicated to providing information about marine animals, research, and the environment. Data is available on research programs as well as educational activities.
    Whales
    This site is sponsored by several companies and organizations that have combined to produce the Imax movie Whales . There is information available about the species spotlighted, educational materials especially geared for classes coming to see the film, and locations of where you can see the film near you.
    Whale Information
    Part of the South Australian Whale Center , this site features information on whole behavior, facts, strandings, hunting and other hazards as well as spcific species information.
    Whales, Leviathans of the Deep

    19. Biology
    UCSB Biological Sciences. marine biology Web. An educational resource for marine biology students, with Commission (IOC) Programme activities, Services and Products, etc from
    http://www.library.ucsb.edu/subj/bio1.html
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    Botany, Ecology, Evolution, Marine Biology, Zoology
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    • Biology Reference Guide
      Guide to databases, dictionaries, encyclopedias, handbooks, manuals, history for biology, available at UCSB

    20. LESSON PLANET - 30,000 Lessons And 906 Lesson Plans For Marine Biology
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