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research, extension and training programs for the furtherance of its vision, mission, goals
and objectives.

Through its RDET programs, the university shall take into consideration external factors
focused on national policies, laws and procedures of the government as well as the
development programs of the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA),
Department of Agriculture (DA), Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Department
of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and the Commission on Higher Education
(CHED).

4.1.2. Setting of Priorities
The RDET priorities are set based on regional and national thrusts and mandates
as well as information and feedback from various agencies and sources are found in page 6.

4.1.3. Translating Priorities into Action Plans
Once the priorities are set, these are translated into action plans. The personnel under
each division prepare the action plan with their corresponding proposals. The proposals are
submitted to the concerned division Director for review, consolidation and submission to the
VP-RDET for further study before endorsement by the University President to the appropriate
funding agencies.

4.1.4. Research Program/Project Proposal Screening/Evaluation and Approval
Research proposals shall be prepared in line with the flagship priorities of the university,
Local Government Units of the province, DOST, PCARRD, HARRDEC and CHED, relevant
to the enhancement of instruction, technology generation, human and natural resources
development.

Evaluation and screening of research proposals shall conform to the policies and
guidelines set by the University in pursuance to the priority goals of the Local Government
Units, DOST, PCARRD, CHED and other agencies through HARRDEC. All GAA funded
research, extension and training programs of the University shall fall within the identified
priorities of the University for the Improvement of instruction, technology generation and
human and natural resources development.

Research proposals are reviewed and evaluated during the University Research Council
Review (CRCR). Relevant proposals shall be recommended by the CRC for presentation
during the Agency In-House Review (AIHR).

During the AIHR, proposals are reviewed, evaluated, and recommended for approval.
The rating of research proposals are as follows:
 Outstanding proposals. Good as approved with very minimal corrections.
 Very Satisfactory. For funding consideration subject to the incorporation of
corrections

 With major revision. Not to be implemented
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