The Research Vessel Observation Database provides publicly available observations collected by Japanese research vessels.
DARWIN
DARWIN publishes observation data and sample information from JAMSTEC research vessels and submersibles, with cruise and dive information.
About DARWIN
DARWIN (Data and Sample Research System for Whole Cruise Information) is a website from the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC) that publishes observation data and sample information obtained by JAMSTEC research vessels and research submersibles. It provides separate search entry points for cruise information, dive information and sample information, including observation data associated with cruises and dives. Map-based search is available, with a data mining function on the map and the ability to search for data by specifying a range. A Sample Information Catalog is also offered. DARWIN is listed in re3data.org and FAIRsharing, which the site describes as international catalogs of trusted data repositories.
Key features
- Search research cruise information and observation data
- Search dive information and observation data
- Search sample information, with a Sample Information Catalog
- Map display with data mining function
- Search for data by specifying a range on the map
- Listed in re3data.org and FAIRsharing catalogs
Best for: Researchers, students and data managers looking for JAMSTEC cruise, dive and sample records and related observation data.
Good for
- Cruise, dive and sample information from JAMSTEC vessels and submersibles in one system
- Map-based search supports data mining and range-based data lookup
- Linked related databases include cruise reports and data books, deep-sea images and an external vessel observation database
Watch out for
- The site is temporarily suspended during server maintenance
- Map display and file download can be unavailable during maintenance of those systems
DARWIN at a glance
- Category
- Research & Data › Open Data & Datasets
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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DARWIN FAQ
What can I search for in DARWIN?
Cruise information and observation data, dive information and observation data, and sample information.
Does DARWIN support map-based searching?
Yes. A map display function is available, along with a data mining function on the map and the option to search for data by specifying a range.
Is the site always available?
No. DARWIN is temporarily suspended for server maintenance at announced times, and map display or file download may be unavailable during maintenance of the map distribution system or network.
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