Yes, as we discussed in October, they will be running research projects off the boat, and it will be possible for qualified divers to participate -- Faisal said he'd send me the information when it's available. Between research outings, the boat will still be running Red Sea Explorers tours. I was very relieved to hear that. We had an absolutely WONDERFUL experience living on and diving off that boat last year, and I was distressed to think it would not be possible for others to get to do what we did.
I'm looking forward to the information on the research trips. I think it would be a great mixture of fun and accomplishment to participate in some data gathering to help protect the fantastic ecosystem that is the Red Sea.