HMS Discovery was a British Royal Navy ship launched in 1962, primarily known for its role in scientific research and exploration. It was designed as a deep-sea research vessel and played a significant part in various oceanographic studies, contributing to our understanding of marine environments. The ship is notable for its involvement in the British Antarctic Survey, where it conducted important research in polar regions. After serving for several decades, HMS Discovery was decommissioned in 2001 and is now preserved as a museum ship in Dundee, Scotland, allowing visitors to learn about its history and contributions to science.