Starfleet Science

Starfleet Science is a branch of Starfleet specializing in collecting, analyzing, utilizing and disseminating scientific data in various scientific fields. It is also known as Science Ops or Office of Science Ops.

Starfleet Science were instrumental in developing theories on how to expose undercover Changelings in the lead up to and during the Dominion War. 

The department was also involved in the development and launch of Starfleet starships, as most dedication plaques showed members of Starfleet Science assisting in the process.

Archaeology Division
One such division within Starfleet Science was the Archaeology Division, a group responsible for some archaeological surveys taking place within the Federation. The Archaeology Division had starships assigned to it, including the USS Carnarvon and USS Worsaae (NCC-1821) in 2366 and 2367. Anne Cobry, Art Finkelstein and Nancy Redwing were three members of the Archaeology Division as of 2366 and 2367.