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 Promoting and facilitating independent, collaborative, interdisciplinary & multidisciplinary
Research & innovation in the University.
 Identifying niche areas of interest important to Dhofar region in particular and Oman in
general.

 Building and provide adequate support to develop a community of innovative researchers
at the University.
 Fostering and stimulating Research efforts and creative projects by providing internal
research grants, incentives & awards.

 Acting as a focal point between the University and MoHERI.
 Implementing and revising the Operational Plan for Research.

 Establishing and reviewing research policies.
 Managing the University’s Research budget.

 To encourage and mentor the faculty members and students to obtain various Research
grants from DU, MoHERI or other external funding agencies.
 Preparing the annual report and any other reports related to the Research.
 Guiding and facilitating University/College/FP Research Committees in their operations.

 Ensuring objective, ethical and responsible conduct of Research in the University.
 Promoting the strategic goal of DU being a hub of Research in Dhofar region by supporting

impactful and innovative research activities.
 Developing networks between DU researchers, industry and the community with respect to
Research initiatives of mutual benefit.

Promoting Strategic Topics of Interest to Oman:

In order to focus on the strategic topics of interest to Oman, the DR is responsible to:
 Encourage DU faculty in each department to participate Research interest groups that may
also involve DU students.

 Provide literature and necessary guidance to each Research group related to funding
strategic Research through MoHERI’s Strategic Research program (SRP) or internal grants &
incentives.

Linking Omani Researchers to International Researchers

Research is essential to nation building as it underpins progress, economic growth and prosperity.
It also helps us better equip and train the workforce and encourages creativity and innovations as
it leads to greater entrepreneurship and helps industry grow. In short, Research makes the nation
more competitive in the global economy. As per the National Research Strategy for Oman, the
government has been actively taking steps to promote quality Research among young Omani
researchers. In order to support the government to achieve its goals, the DR at DU is responsible
to:

 Encourage collaborative Research through joint papers and Research projects with Omani
researchers.

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