| What is the foundation of Atma-Nirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India)? | The integration of Research, Innovation and Technology Development | Foreword National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 envisages the promotion of quality research within the Higher Education System. Research, innovation and development are important aspects to enhance quality education by the Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Societal challenges of our country can only be addressed by having a strong and vibrant higher education ecosystem with an emphasis on research, innovation and technology development. The integration of Research, Innovation and Technology Development is the foundation of Atma-Nirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India). I am delighted to present the Guidelines for Establishment of Research and Development Cell (RDC) in HEIs. The establishment of RDC in HEIs will enable attainment of targets of Atma- Nirbhar Bharat and is expected to play a pivotal role in catalyzing research culture mandated in NEP 2020. | 443 | definition | 1.000 | https://www.ugc.gov.in/e-book/6347789_RDC-Guideline.pdf | Societal challenges of our country can only be addressed by having a strong and vibrant higher education ecosystem with an emphasis on research, innovation and technology development. The integration of Research, Innovation and Technology Development is the foundation of Atma-Nirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India). | 4 | page=4,block=1 | 0.700 | valid |
| What is the purpose of a Research Information Management System in higher education institutions? | to collect and manage research-oriented information, databases, publications, research projects, fellowships, collaborations, patents, thrust areas, innovations etc. aligned with the institution's research policies. | Information Management System HEIs play a key role in the advancement of research and innovation as two distinct entities through Research Information Management System (RIMS) for the benefit of faculty, students, industry and other stakeholders. HEIs should put in place a RIMS to collect and manage research-oriented information, databases, publications, research projects, fellowships, collaborations, patents, thrust areas, innovations etc. aligned with the institution's research policies. RIMS would also provide a platform for accessing resource-centric information pertaining to human capital (Expertise), physical capital (State- of-Art Research Laboratories and Sophisticated Instrumentation Facility), and knowledge capital (Digital Library & Information, Intellectual Property Facilitation, Quantitative Methods & Data Analysis, Analytical and Consultancy Services). As per the requirements of various regulatory agencies, researchers can submit, modify, or update their research compliances such as protocol approval, training records, equipment lists, etc. | 281 | definition |
| What is the purpose of establishing a special purpose vehicle as per the RDC objectives? | to promote researchers and innovators, identify potential collaborators from industry, research organizations, academic institutions & other stakeholders for cooperation and synergistic partnerships. | Objectives 1. To create an organizational structure with role-based functions of RDC, formulate Research Policy for the HEIs, identify thrust areas of research, and form related cluster groups/ frontline teams/consortia of researchers. 2. To create enabling provisions in Research Policies for recruitment of research personnel, procurement of equipment, and financial management with adequate autonomy to the Principal Investigator(s) and disseminate research outcomes to stakeholders and the public at large. 3. To establish a special purpose vehicle to promote researchers and innovators, identify potential collaborators from industry, research organizations, academic institutions & other stakeholders for cooperation and synergistic partnerships. 4. To act as a liaison between researchers & relevant research funding agencies, extend guidance in preparation & submission of project proposals and post-sanctioning of the grants to oversee adherence to timelines. | 556 | definition | 1.000 | https://www.ugc.gov.in/e-book/6347789_RDC-Guideline.pdf |
| What role does the RDC in each higher education institution play? | act as a facilitator for networking and collaborative research with other national and international institutions working in inter- disciplinary, trans-disciplinary, and multidisciplinary research areas. | Research Ecosystem/Collaboration A vibrant research ecosystem in HEI aims to provide meaningful thrust for sustainable research and innovation and promote collaboration between government, universities, research institutes and industries. HEIs need to build a sustainable research ecosystem that leads to consistent quality research outcomes and enhanced productivity. In order to make RDC functionality viable, the HEIs that are relatively new or not so well established should develop a connection with RDCs of already well-known/established HEIs for their research. RDC in each HEI will act as a facilitator for networking and collaborative research with other national and international institutions working in inter- disciplinary, trans-disciplinary, and multidisciplinary research areas. | 594 | definition | 1.000 | https://www.ugc.gov.in/e-book/6347789_RDC-Guideline.pdf | RDC in each HEI will act as a facilitator for networking and collaborative research with other national and international institutions working in inter- disciplinary, trans-disciplinary, and multidisciplinary research areas. |
| What type of database can RIMS provide for managing hazardous materials and related issues? | a centralized and integrated database | RIMS can provide a centralized and integrated database to manage issues related to and radioactive-safety approval clearances for use and disposal of biological, chemical and radioactive hazardous materials, protective equipment measures, surveillance of staff, appropriate trainings/workshops, etc. Each HEI needs to create a blog or portal for Institutional Research Information and Institutional Repository and sign an MoU with UGC- INFLIBNET to access and upload the research information through Shodh Ganga, Shodh Gangotri, Shodh Sindhu, Shodh Shuddhi, and Shodh Chakra. The Innovation Management (ISO 56002:2019) can be implemented as a common framework to develop and deploy innovation capabilities, evaluate performance, and achieve intended outcomes of global standards. 5. | 17 | definition | 1.000 | https://www.ugc.gov.in/e-book/6347789_RDC-Guideline.pdf | RIMS can provide a centralized and integrated database to manage issues related to and radioactive-safety approval clearances for use and disposal of biological, chemical and radioactive hazardous materials, protective equipment measures, surveillance of staff, appropriate trainings/workshops, etc. |
| How can distinguished faculties or research scientists help young talents? | grooming young talents can help replenish the void created as a result of superannuated faculty/researchers | Human Resources The Director (RDC), the Conveners and members of various committees (nominated by the Director-RDC from/among the existing faculties with research credentials) and supporting administrative/technical staff would ensure smooth conduct of the research activities in HEI. Re-employing or designating superannuated faculty/scientists with exceptional research profiles and eminent faculty as Mentors/ Scientists/ Professor Emeritus on a selective basis will help to build a resilient research ecosystem. Distinguished faculties or research scientists grooming young talents can help replenish the void created as a result of superannuated faculty/researchers. | 565 | relationship | 0.970 | https://www.ugc.gov.in/e-book/6347789_RDC-Guideline.pdf | Distinguished faculties or research scientists grooming young talents can help replenish the void created as a result of superannuated faculty/researchers. | 8 | page=8,block=1 | 0.700 | valid |
| How does shared infrastructure and expertise benefit research clusters? | enable cross- fertilization of ideas and mobilization of resources. | This would enable HEI to consider establishing a Center of Excellence (CoE) in these identified contemporary areas of research. Research Clusters and/or Regional Research Consortia prompted/formed by RDC to bring all researchers, faculty, students, scholars, and Post-Doctoral Fellows for joint high value (interdisciplinary and trans-disciplinary) research projects to avail national and international funding opportunities. Shared infrastructure and expertise will enable cross- fertilization of ideas and mobilization of resources. Further, forming Regional Research Consortia adds a synergistic advantage in finding solutions in inter-disciplinary, trans- disciplinary, and multidisciplinary areas. CoEs' can serve as Incubation Centres to transform innovative ideas into processes and products administered and monitored by the proposed RDC. | 468 | relationship | 0.970 | https://www.ugc.gov.in/e-book/6347789_RDC-Guideline.pdf | Shared infrastructure and expertise will enable cross- fertilization of ideas and mobilization of resources. Further, forming Regional Research Consortia adds a synergistic advantage in finding solutions in inter-disciplinary, trans- disciplinary, and multidisciplinary areas. |
| What is one mission of the Research and Development Cell (RDC) related to collaboration? | To encourage collaboration across industry, government, community- based organizations, and agencies at the local, national, and international levels. | The establishment of Research and Development Cell (RDC) in HEIs will enable attainment of targets of Atma-Nirbhar Bharat and is expected to play a pivotal role in catalyzing multidisciplinary/ transdisciplinary and translational research culture mandated in NEP 2020. Vision To put in place a robust mechanism for developing and strengthening the research ecosystem within HEIs, aligned with the provisions of NEP-2020. Mission • To create a conducive environment for enhanced research productivity. • To encourage collaboration across industry, government, community- based organizations, and agencies at the local, national, and international levels. • To facilitate greater access to research through mobilization of resources and funding. | 506 | relationship | 0.970 | https://www.ugc.gov.in/e-book/6347789_RDC-Guideline.pdf | • To encourage collaboration across industry, government, community- based organizations, and agencies at the local, national, and international levels. • To facilitate greater access to research through mobilization of resources and funding. |
| What is one objective of the RDC related to coordination among other cells or centers? | To have better coordination among other cells/centers dealing with University-Industry Inter Linkage, Incubation, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). | 5. To have better coordination among other cells/centers dealing with University-Industry Inter Linkage, Incubation, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). 6. To develop an Institutional Research Information System for sharing the status of ongoing/ completed research projects/Programmes, expertise & resources, etc., making effective use of Information & Communication Technology (ICT) for preparing the database of in-house experts to provide industrial consultancy and services. 7. To engage & utilize the services of superannuated active faculty/scientists in research capacity building of talented young minds and promote mobility of researchers across institutions and R&D Labs. 8. To serve as nodal center for ideation and conceptualization of research topics/themes by organizing workshops and training programs and ensuring the integrity and ethical practices in research activities including clearance of bioethical committee wherever required. | 4 | relationship | 0.970 | https://www.ugc.gov.in/e-book/6347789_RDC-Guideline.pdf |
| What is one way the RDC aims to engage superannuated active faculty or scientists? | in research capacity building of talented young minds and promote mobility of researchers across institutions and R&D Labs. | 5. To have better coordination among other cells/centers dealing with University-Industry Inter Linkage, Incubation, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). 6. To develop an Institutional Research Information System for sharing the status of ongoing/ completed research projects/Programmes, expertise & resources, etc., making effective use of Information & Communication Technology (ICT) for preparing the database of in-house experts to provide industrial consultancy and services. 7. To engage & utilize the services of superannuated active faculty/scientists in research capacity building of talented young minds and promote mobility of researchers across institutions and R&D Labs. 8. To serve as nodal center for ideation and conceptualization of research topics/themes by organizing workshops and training programs and ensuring the integrity and ethical practices in research activities including clearance of bioethical committee wherever required. | 610 | relationship | 0.970 | https://www.ugc.gov.in/e-book/6347789_RDC-Guideline.pdf | To engage & utilize the services of superannuated active faculty/scientists in research capacity building of talented young minds and promote mobility of researchers across institutions and R&D Labs. 8. |