RMC

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Research Management Committee

Message from RMC Chairman

Welcome to the Research Management Committee (RMC) of Itahari Namuna College. As the Chairman, I am honored to lead this dedicated team committed to fostering a robust research culture within our institution. Our goal is to encourage innovative research, support scholarly activities, and enhance the academic environment for both students and faculty.

We believe that research is a cornerstone of higher education that drives knowledge creation and societal advancement. Our vision is to build a dynamic research ecosystem that not only contributes to academic excellence but also addresses real-world challenges and promotes sustainable development.

Thank you for being a part of our research community. We look forward to your support and collaboration in our journey toward research excellence.

Objectives, Formation, Meeting & Duration

Objectives

• To promote and facilitate high-quality research activities among faculty and students.
• To support the development and implementation of research projects aligned with national and international standards.
• To foster a collaborative research environment through partnerships with academic, industry, and government entities.
• To disseminate research findings through publications, conferences, and community outreach.

Formation of RMC

1.1. The following members appointed by the College Management Committee shall constitute the team:
1.1.1. Coordinator: Senior faculty with a strong research background
1.1.2. Member: Representative of CMC
1.1.3. Member: Head of Research Department
1.1.4. Member: Full-time teaching faculty recommended by the College Chief
1.1.5. Member: Representative of Students (Graduate level)

Terms of Team

2.1. Members of the Committee, including the Coordinator, serve for terms up to four years.

2.2. An appointed external member may be appointed to serve additional terms with the approval of the management committee of the College.

Quorum

3.1. The quorum for meetings of the Committee shall be above 51% of total members of the Committee.

Meeting Schedule

4.1. The Committee should meet at least once a month.

4.2. The member-secretary, in coordination with the Coordinator, is responsible for determining the meeting date, time, and agenda.

4.3. The Coordinator can increase, pre-schedule, or postpone the meeting as per the need of the work and task.

Reporting

5.1. The Committee shall report to the College Chief through letter correspondence or in-person meetings.

5.2. The Committee will submit an annual report of its progress to the IQAC.

Duties and Responsibilities

6.1. Develop and implement a research policy framework for the College.

6.2. Identify and secure funding opportunities for research projects.

6.3. Encourage faculty and students to undertake research projects and provide necessary support and guidance.

6.4. Facilitate workshops, seminars, and training programs to enhance research skills and knowledge.

6.5. Establish collaborations with external research organizations and institutions.

6.6. Ensure ethical standards in all research activities conducted under the College.

6.7. Monitor and evaluate the progress of research projects and provide regular updates to the College Management Committee.

6.8. Promote the dissemination of research findings through publications, conferences, and other platforms.

6.9. Recognize and reward outstanding research contributions from faculty and students.

Action Plan of the Research Management Committee

S.N.	Activity	By when	By who	Any support	Budget
1	Develop and approve the research policy framework	By 01 Jestha 2078	RMC Coordinator	College Chief	N/A
2	Identify potential funding sources and apply for research grants	By 01 Asar 2078	RMC Coordinator	Research Department	N/A
3	Organize research skill enhancement workshops	By 22 Mangsir 2077	RMC Coordinator	External Experts	N/A
4	Facilitate collaborations with national and international research bodies	By 22 Asar 2077	RMC Coordinator	College Chief	N/A
5	Monitor and review ongoing research projects	By 17 Baishakha 2077	RMC Coordinator	Research Department	N/A
6	Conduct annual research symposium	By 15 Asoj 2077	RMC Coordinator	College Chief	N/A
7	Publish research findings in reputable journals	Ongoing	All Researchers	RMC Coordinator	N/A
8	Establish a research ethics committee	By 15 Bhadra 2078	RMC Coordinator	College Chief	N/A
9	Provide incentives for outstanding research work	By 18 Asoj 2078	RMC Coordinator	College Chief	N/A
10	Organize training programs on research methodologies	By Poush 2077	RMC Coordinator	External Experts	N/A
11	Promote interdisciplinary research projects	Ongoing	RMC Coordinator	All Departments	N/A
12	Develop a research repository for the College	By Poush 2077	RMC Coordinator	IT Department	N/A
13	Facilitate student research projects and presentations	By Asar 2077	RMC Coordinator	All HoDs	N/A
14	Establish a mentorship program for novice researchers	By Poush 2077	RMC Coordinator	Senior Faculty	N/A
15	Secure funds for research equipment and resources	By Mangsir 2077	RMC Coordinator	College Chief	N/A

By following this detailed action plan, the Research Management Committee (RMC) at Itahari Namuna College aims to foster a vibrant research culture, support innovative research activities, and enhance the overall academic environment of the institution.