The vision of the Division aims to establish a “University of Global Excellence in Research and Innovation for Sustainable Development.” To achieve this, it envisions the Research, Production, and Extension (RPE) division as a hub equipped with advanced facilities and a team of experienced researchers and Managers.
Key objectives for strengthening the division include:
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Multidisciplinary and Multi-institutional Research: Enhancing research capabilities by fostering collaboration across different disciplines and institutions.
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Industry Linkages: Building stronger connections between researchers and innovators with industry partners.
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Digitization: Implementing digital tools and processes to improve operational efficiency.
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Resource Mobilization: Focusing on securing funding through grants, consultancy bids, and commercializing research outputs.
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Sustainable Food Production: Ensuring that university farms produce sufficient food for the community and sell surplus to neighboring areas.
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International Collaboration: Promoting global partnerships to enhance the university’s international profile.
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Community Outreach: Strengthening outreach and technology transfer initiatives to benefit the community.
These initiatives aim to not only enhance the division’s research capabilities but also contribute to the university’s overall mission of sustainable development.
