The scope of the Institution is to conduct research on coastal life and terrestrial environments. To function as a registered institute and museum, and collaborate with international institutions, museums, research facilities and institutes, Governmental Departments and Universities. The long term goal of the institute is to launch its own International recognized Journal through which scholars ca
n publish peer reviewed papers. The institution further will function as an educational institution for primary, secondary and tertiary learners. Develop educational programmes for schools, outreach programmes, outside curricular activities and camps. To provide a research platform for post-graduate students to partake in research projects and programmes. The Museum will function not only as a site for education and research, but play a vital role in the tourism of the area located at.