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University
Research Board
Mission
The mission of the
University Research Board (URB) is to foster and improve the research
environment at Dhofar University (DU). The URB main tasks include:
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Formulating policies and guidelines for the allocation of funds for
Research and Faculty Development.
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Considering policies to be followed in seeking grants support from
external agencies.
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Acting in an advisory capacity to the Vice Chancellor in the
implementation of faculty development.
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Approving applications for conducting research or other works in DU that
involve data collection, interviews with DU community, and filling
questionnaires.
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Editing and publishing the Research Report of the University every two
years.
URB Membership
Membership of the
URB consists of two representatives from each College and a representative
from the Foundation program elected by the Faculty or appointed by the dean
or FP director for a term of two years renewable for a similar term. The
Chairperson, his/her assistant and any additional members are appointed by
the Vice Chancellor.
Currently, the
Chairperson is the Vice Chancellor,
Dr.
Muhammad Faour.
The Assistant
Chairperson is Dr Naser Nawayseh. All research applications should be sent
to the Assistant Chairperson.
Funding
Schemes
Currently, the URB supports research activities in DU through the following
funding schemes:
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Grants for short- term faculty development
trips to regional and international conferences and scientific events.
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Faculty research grants to support
individual or collective research projects, to cover the salaries of
research assistants, materials, computer hardware and software, and
other associated expenses.
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Seed grants for new faculty to purchase
materials and equipment needed to initiate research activities.
Guidelines related to each of these
funding schemes
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