Madhesh University

मधेश विश्वविद्यालय

वीरगंज, पर्सा

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RESEARCH AND INNOVATION PLAN FOR MADHESH UNIVERSITY

To establish Madhesh University (MU) as a leading institution for research and innovation, a comprehensive plan is essential. This plan will focus on fostering a robust research culture, enhancing collaboration with industry, and promoting educational advancements in line with the vision of the university and society at large.

Specific Objectives

  1. Promote a Research Culture: Foster an environment that encourages faculty and students to engage in meaningful research that contributes to societal needs and technological advancements.
  2. Industry Collaboration: Establish partnerships with local and international industries to ensure research is relevant and beneficial to the community and economy.
  3. Innovative Educational Programs: Develop and implement career-directed educational programs focusing on innovative problem-solving in technology, and applied sciences.
  4. Research and Innovation Centers: Create specialized centers for research in key areas such as medicine, tourism, Ayurveda, law, management, education, oriental philosophy, technology, and sustainable practices.
  5. Support for Entrepreneurship: Encourage entrepreneurial initiatives among students and faculty through incubation centers and support programs as social learning management system in partnership with society.

Action Plan

  1. Establishing a Research Culture

Induction of Research Teams: Form research committees at both societal and departmental levels to promote collaboration and resource sharing among faculty and students in collaboration with different agencies.

Workshops and Training: Conduct regular workshops to enhance research skills among faculty and students, focusing on proposal writing, research methodologies, and publication strategies.

Incentives for Research: Implement a reward system for faculty and students who publish research papers and secure grants, fostering a competitive research environment.

2. Enhancing Industry Collaboration

Industry Advisory Board: Create an advisory board comprising industry leaders to guide research directions and ensure alignment with market needs.

Internship and Placement Programs: Develop strong internship programs that allow students to gain practical experience and contribute to ongoing research projects in collaboration with industries.

Joint Research Projects: Initiate joint research projects with industries to address specific challenges, leveraging academic expertise to provide innovative solutions.

3. Developing Innovative Educational Programs

Curriculum Development: Regularly update curricula to include emerging technologies and industry trends, ensuring that students are equipped with relevant skills.

Interdisciplinary Programs: Promote interdisciplinary studies that combine Information Technology, Dairy technology, Sustainable human Actions, Sustainable Project Technology and social sciences to address complex societal issues.

Virtual Learning Environment: Establish a virtual campus to facilitate online learning and collaboration, making education accessible to a wider audience through collaboration with national and international universities.

4. Creating Research and Development Centers

Centers of Excellence: Establish specialized centers for research in medicine, tourism, Ayurveda, law, management, education, oriental philosophy, and technology, and sustainable practices, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities in partnership with different agencies.

Applied Research Focus: Encourage applied research that addresses local and national challenges, with an emphasis on practical solutions that enhance productivity and income.

Community Engagement: Implement community-based research initiatives that involve local stakeholders, ensuring that research outcomes benefit the community.

5. Supporting Entrepreneurship

Incubation Centers: Create incubation centers to support student and faculty startups, providing mentorship, resources, and funding opportunities.

Entrepreneurship Education: Integrate entrepreneurship education into the curriculum, encouraging students to develop their business ideas and innovations. Students club will be established in collaboration with society for operating social entrepreneurship as nonprofit organization. 

Networking Opportunities: Organize networking events and competitions to connect aspiring entrepreneurs with industry experts and investors.

Monitoring and Evaluation

  • Performance Metrics: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of research initiatives, including the number of publications, patents, and industry collaborations.
  • Regular Reviews: Conduct annual reviews of the research and innovation plan to assess progress and make necessary adjustments based on feedback and changing circumstances.
  • Feedback Mechanisms: Implement feedback mechanisms for faculty, students, and industry partners to continuously improve research initiatives and educational programs.

Impact Statement

Implement a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to assess the impact of the initiatives on community development and educational outcomes, allowing for continuous improvement and be the first university to publish impact of university on development.

Ranking of University

Ranking of university should be promoted through research.  All research scholars should be   requested to Register in following Social Research/ Research Indexing websites using MU official email address for ranking improvement: 

1) ORCID-ID,

2) Google Scholar,

3) ResearchGate,

4) Elsevier’s SSRN

5) Microsofts Academic,

6) www.semanticscholar.org.

7) BASE.

Journal Recognition

University should recognize Scholarly Publications standards annually in line with University Grants Commission guidelines:

1) MU Journals with Copyright in Authors & MU name

2) Journals Indexed in Crossref. 

3) Journals Indexed in DOAJ 

4) Journals Indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, IEEE, OpenAire  etc.

5) Patents (Nepali & International)

6) MU should follow Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE)