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Professional Research Group
Professional and support services staff contributed 62 research publications in 2024, highlighting the impactful research these staff members make through the Professional Research Group (PRG).
62 PRG publications
Research grant funding of R325 289.41 was provided for qualifying staff to participate in international conferences, and 11 applications for the master’s and doctoral support programme were approved.
R325 289.41
Research Integrity Office (RIO)
In July 2024 the Unisa Council approved the revised Policy on Research Ethics, incorporating an Afro-global approach to research ethics procedures and practices. This revision has made the policy more inclusive and contextually relevant, and positions Unisa as a leader in shaping ethical research frameworks that resonate with local and global perspectives.
The African Charter on Transformative Research Collaborations was integrated into Unisa’s research ethics policy and procedures, as well as relevant training.
The standard operating procedure (SOP) for Research Ethics Risk Assessment was translated into isiZulu, Sepedi and Tshivenda.
During 2024, RIO led training for 4 558 participants, including Unisa employees, postgraduate students and external stakeholders. Of these, 793 Unisa employees completed Level One and Level Two sessions, 32% above the 2024 target.
4 558 participants
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