117 2. Specific obligations assumed by States under special conventions, with respect to the protection and preservation of the marine environment, should be carried out in a manner consistent with the general principles and objectives of this Convention. PART XIII MARINE SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH SECTION 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS Article 238 Right to conduct marine scientific research All States, irrespective of their geographical location, and competent international organizations have the right to conduct marine scientific research subject to the rights and duties of other States as provided for in this Convention. Article 239 Promotion of marine scientific research States and competent international organizations shall promote and facilitate the development and conduct of marine scientific research in accordance with this Convention. Article 240 General principles for the conduct of marine scientific research In the conduct of marine scientific research the following principles shall apply: (a) marine scientific research shall be conducted exclusively for peaceful purposes; (b) marine scientific research shall be conducted with appropriate scientific methods and means compatible with this Convention; (c) marine scientific research shall not unjustifiably interfere with other legitimate uses of the sea compatible with this Convention and shall be duly respected in the course of such uses; (d) marine scientific research shall be conducted in compliance with all relevant regulations adopted in conformity with this Convention including those for the protection and preservation of the marine environment. Article 241 Non-recognition of marine scientific research activities as the legal basis for claims Marine scientific research activities shall not constitute the legal basis for any claim to any part of the marine environment or its resources.