Access comprehensive shipwreck data for authorized researchers and academic institutions
The National Shipwreck Database of Sri Lanka provides enhanced access privileges to qualified researchers, archaeologists, historians, and marine scientists who require detailed data for academic study, conservation efforts, or cultural heritage preservation.
Access to comprehensive archaeological and historical records not available in the public interface.
High-resolution imagery and documentation of artifacts with detailed metadata.
Raw data exports for statistical analysis and research in various formats.
Programmatic access for integration with research tools and databases.
Notifications about newly documented shipwrecks and data updates.
Protected access with monitoring and compliance with heritage preservation principles.
All researcher access requests are reviewed by our academic committee to ensure data is used ethically and in accordance with cultural heritage preservation principles. Access is granted for specific projects with defined timelines and deliverables.
To request research access to the National Shipwreck Database of Sri Lanka, please follow these steps:
Fill out the researcher access request form with your research objectives and credentials.
Provide supporting documents including institutional affiliation letters and research proposals.
Our review committee will evaluate your request within 10 working days.
If approved, you will receive credentials and documentation for accessing the researcher interface.
All researchers must sign a data usage agreement before access is granted.
Priority is given to research projects that contribute to marine conservation, cultural heritage preservation, or historical documentation in Sri Lanka and the Indian Ocean region.
Common questions about researcher access to the National Shipwreck Database
Researcher access is available to qualified academics, archaeologists, historians, marine scientists, and cultural heritage professionals affiliated with recognized institutions. Students conducting thesis research under faculty supervision are also eligible.
The review process typically takes 10 working days from submission of a complete application. Complex requests requiring additional documentation or committee review may take up to 21 days.
Researchers get access to complete archaeological records, high-resolution imagery, detailed artifact documentation, site coordinates, historical documentation, and raw survey data. Some sensitive location data requires additional approval.
Basic researcher access is provided free of charge for academic research. Fees may apply for extensive data exports, custom analyses, or commercial applications. Contact us for details on commercial licensing.
Data sharing is permitted only with collaborators named in your research proposal and data usage agreement. All collaborators must be approved by our committee and sign individual agreements.
Please cite as: "National Shipwreck Database of Sri Lanka, Coast Conservation and Coastal Resource Management Department, accessed [date], [URL]". Specific shipwreck records should include the site ID and last update date.
Our researcher interface provides several methods to access and analyze shipwreck data:
Authenticated researchers can access our specialized research portal with advanced filtering, mapping, and data visualization tools specifically designed for academic research.
We provide a RESTful API that allows programmatic access to shipwreck data. Researchers can integrate this with their own tools and perform custom analyses.
Researchers can request custom data exports in various formats (CSV, JSON, GeoJSON) for use in statistical software, GIS applications, or custom analysis tools.
All researcher access is logged and monitored. Data use must comply with the terms outlined in your research agreement. Sensitive location data for protected sites requires additional approval.
For questions about researcher access or for assistance with your application, please contact our research coordinator: