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b. Criteria in Evaluating R&D Proposals

Following are some considerations under each criterion to evaluate the Projects
proposals:

1. Tangible Impact on Improving Quality of Academic Programs. The extent to which
the proposal is expected to bring direct benefits to the policy formulation aimed at
improving quality of academic program;

2. Multidisciplinary Approach. The involvement of proponents coming from different
disciplines is given preference in the evaluation of proposals; The partnership of
senior and Junior researchers (mentor-mentee relationships) is also desirable.

3. Clarity and Manageability. The proposal should be clear, concise and implementable
within the period as proposed. Among the desirable characters should be:

● Key activities of the project and time for each are clearly outlined in the proposal.

● Attainable outcome results (long term) and output results (short term or
immediate)

● Realistic performance measurement indicators

● Small scale and short project cycle (able to demonstrate results within shorter
period)

4. Sustainability, Replication and Up-scaling. The extent to which the expected results
of the proposal have the potentials to be replicated or up-scaled in larger scale, in
another geographic region or in other context.

5. Realistic and Relevant Budget. Among these should include:

● The extent to which the proposed budget is realistic.

● The extent to which the proposed budget items are relevant.

c. Evaluation of the Proposals

Projects ideally should cover one-year implementation period. All proposals will be
reviewed by a campus committee designated. Consolidated proposals by campus
will be endorsed and submitted to the University level for final review and approval
by a committee to be designated by the VP-RDET. Evaluation team in the campus and
university level can make use of the set of evaluation criteria as mentioned above.

d. Application Procedure

Potential researchers from various colleges and campuses of the university are invited

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