A research vessel (RV or R/V) is a ship or boat designed, modified, or equipped to carry out research at sea. Research vessels carry out a number of roles which can be combined into a …

Scripps Oceanography’s research vessels are ships and boats dedicated to serving as global, regional, and local platforms for research and instruction at sea.

The U.S. Academic Research Fleet (ARF) currently consists of 17 oceanographic vessels and various submersibles/autonomous vehicles owned by NSF, the Office of Naval Research …

Dec 27, 2024 · Research vessels are dedicated ships used to conduct various kinds of research, and exploration works about the seas or oceans.

Jun 5, 2025 · Research vessels are specialized ships designed to conduct scientific research in the ocean. These vessels play a crucial role in advancing our understanding of the ocean and …

Our research vessels support complex, multidisciplinary, multi-investigator research, and include state-of-the-art technology and instruments to provide research needs across all …

Research vessels – ships serving as floating laboratories for ocean-going scientists – are vital tools for observing and understanding this critical ecosystem.

Jan 19, 2011 · Research vessels are defined as shipboard platforms that support scientific research at sea, engaging in various disciplines such as marine biology, geology, and ocean …

Neil Armstrong is an Ocean Class research vessel and, as one of the newest, most advanced ships in the U.S. academic fleet, is outfitted to conduct general oceanographic research.

This article explores the Top 12 Deep-Sea Research Vessels and Their Missions, showing how they advance science, protect the marine environment, and even influence global maritime …