Shark genetics research (IMAGE) Save Our Seas Foundation Caption Dr Mahmood Shivji, director of the Guy Harvey Research Institute and Save Our Seas Shark Research Center (Nova Southeastern University). A major focus of his research is the application of modern molecular genetic techniques to investigate trade-related issues in elasmobranchs. Credit Photo by Justin Gilligan | © Save Our Seas Foundation Usage Restrictions Image to only be used with relating press release License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.