The Role of Research in Man's Use of the Oceans

Abstract

The contribution of research towards innovation and growth in ocean-related activities over past centuries is explored through a number of case studies. This historic view is amplified by some of the author's own experiences relating to the more recent development of offshore oil and gas resources.

Some implications from recent and current research programmes and scientific experiments are reviewed in an attempt to identify possible pointers towards future changes and developments in ocean-going operations.

The paper examines the motivation, organization and shaping of some current research activities, and concludes with some suggestions directed towards enhancing the national research effort and its potential contribution towards economic and responsible development of the oceans.

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