d. Rule 193 is effective January 1, 1999, except that a response to a discovery. request, an objection to a discovery request, an assertion of privilege, or an. amendment or supplementation to a discovery response made before that. date need not comply with the new rule;
Marine scientists are required to have at least a bachelor's degree in marine biology, marine science or a closely-related field. After completing core requirements in biology, chemistry and physics, students delve into specialized topics such as aquatic animal biology, oceanography and toxicology.
While many marine biologists study these intelligent and endearing creatures, there are several areas of study within the field. Marine biologists may study anything from the largest whale down to tiny plankton, microbes, and even the seawater itself. The sea and its denizens are facing the challenges of coexisting with commercial shipping, recreational boating, plastics, chemicals, and other issues associated with human activities.