Institutional Funding
An initiative launched by the Ministry of Education's Deputyship for Research and Innovation to support strategic research plans at Saudi universities, aligned with the University's institutional priorities and the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
Institutional Funding Initiative for Research and Innovation
An initiative launched by the Ministry of Education's Deputyship for Research and Innovation to support strategic research plans at Saudi universities that align with Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University's research priorities and strategic direction, in line with Saudi Vision 2030's objectives of advancing knowledge production and building a vibrant, sustainable society.
Objectives
· Promote the publication of high-quality research that improves quality of life, community health, and well-being.
· Develop promising researchers and research assistants through training and capacity-building to improve the quality of scientific research.
· Contribute to the development of national research policies addressing the health of children, adolescents, and older adults.
· Foster a sustainable research environment and strengthen community engagement and innovation partnerships.
· Promote the commercialization of research outputs and create investment opportunities, with a focus on research concerning women and children.
Expected Outcomes
- Publication of research in reputable, internationally recognized, indexed scientific journals.
- Patent registration and protection of intellectual property rights.
- Organization of specialized conferences, seminars, workshops, and discussion forums.
- Recruitment of leading scientists and researchers and expansion of international research collaborations.
- Development of research infrastructure and modernization of facilities and laboratories.
Approved Institutional Funding Cycles and Projects
First Cycle (2020)
- Fast-Track Institutional Funding for Research Identity Development.
- Research Capacity Enhancement and Targeted COVID-19 Research.
- Equipping and Supporting Research Laboratories.
Second Cycle (2022)
- Research Identity Support in Quality of Life, Community Health, Technology, and the Environment.
- Institutional Funding Track for Women's Empowerment.
Third Cycle (2023)
- Research Groups Supporting Research Identity and Priorities.
- Advanced Institutional Funding Track for Women's Empowerment.
Institutional Funding Tracks
Research Identity Support
Supports research in quality of life and well-being, community health, technology, and environmental research.
Women's Empowerment Support
Supports and advances specialized research on women's empowerment and their leading role in development.
Application Process and Required Documents
Applications must be submitted by email to the program at DSR-DRI@pnu.edu.sa.
Required Documents
- A completed research proposal form.
- Official approval from the Institutional Review Board (IRB) for research ethics.
- A signed researcher declaration and undertaking confirming that the researcher is not on full-time academic leave and, for non-Saudi researchers, that their employment contract is valid for at least one year.
- An intellectual property declaration and an undertaking to comply with applicable regulations.
Project Budget and Disbursement
Allocated Budget: SAR 25,000
- The budget is disbursed in two installments: an initial advance of 50% upon signing the contract, followed by the final installment upon completion of the project requirements.
- All projects and funding tracks are governed by the Unified Regulations for Scientific Research at Saudi Universities.