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Institutional Funding

An initiative launched by the Ministry of Education's Deputyship for Research and Innovation
 

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 of the Institutional Funding Initiative

  • 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 (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 Track

Supports research in quality of life and well-being, community health, technology, and environmental research.

 
 

Women's Empowerment Support Track

Supports and advances specialized research on women's empowerment and their leading role in development.

 

Application Process and Required Documents

Applications must be submitted electronically via email to: 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 not being on full-time academic leave, and a valid employment contract for at least one year for non-Saudi researchers).
  • An intellectual property declaration and an undertaking to comply with applicable regulations.

Project Budget and Disbursement

Allocated Budget: 25,000 SAR
  • 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.

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