This Constitution is framed in accordance with the guidelines issued by the National Medical Commission, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Policy on Ethics in Health Research (2020), the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH) standards for research governance, and best practices in medical research from leading institutions nationally and internationally.
The institution is committed to promoting a culture of scientific inquiry, evidence-based practice, and research excellence among faculty, postgraduate students, and undergraduate students. The Scientific Committee shall function as the apex body responsible for promoting, coordinating, facilitating, and monitoring all research activities at the institution.
The Committee shall ensure that research conducted at the institution is scientifically sound, methodologically rigorous, ethically appropriate, and contributes meaningfully to medical knowledge and improved patient care. The Scientific Committee works in coordination with the Institutional Ethics Committee to ensure comprehensive research governance.
The Committee constituted under this Constitution shall be known as the "Scientific Committee" or "Research Committee" (hereinafter referred to as "SC" or "the Committee") for the purpose of promoting research culture, reviewing research proposals for scientific merit, facilitating research capacity building, and monitoring research activities at the institution.
For the purposes of this Constitution:
Scientific Committee (SC) means the institutional body responsible for promoting research activities, reviewing research proposals for scientific merit and feasibility, and facilitating research capacity building.
Biomedical Research means systematic investigation designed to develop or contribute to generalizable knowledge about health, disease, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, or healthcare systems.
Research Proposal means a detailed document describing the background, objectives, methodology, timeline, budget, and expected outcomes of a research project.
Principal Investigator (PI) means the faculty member who has overall responsibility for the design, conduct, and reporting of a research project.
Co-Investigator means a faculty member, postgraduate student, or researcher who makes significant contributions to a research project under the guidance of the Principal Investigator.
Scientific Merit means the quality, relevance, feasibility, and potential contribution of research to medical knowledge and practice.
Research Methodology means the systematic approach, procedures, and techniques used to conduct research, including study design, sampling, data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
Peer Review means evaluation of research proposals or manuscripts by independent experts in the relevant field to assess scientific quality and validity.
Intramural Research means research conducted within the institution using institutional resources and facilities.
Extramural Research means research funded by external agencies (government, private, or international organizations).
Collaborative Research means research conducted in partnership with other institutions, universities, or organizations.
Dissertation/Thesis means a research project required for completion of postgraduate medical degree (MD/MS/DNB).
Undergraduate Research Project means a research project undertaken by MBBS students as part of curriculum or elective requirements.
Research Funding means financial support for research from internal institutional sources or external granting agencies.
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) means legal rights arising from intellectual activity in research, including patents, copyrights, and trademarks.
Publication means dissemination of research findings through peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, books, or other scholarly media.
The Scientific Committee and Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC) are two separate bodies with distinct but complementary roles:
Review research proposals for scientific merit, feasibility, and methodology
Assess research design, sample size, statistical analysis plans
Evaluate investigator competence and adequacy of resources
Provide scientific guidance and mentorship to researchers
Facilitate research capacity building and training
Monitor research progress and quality
Promote research culture and scholarly activities
Coordinate research funding opportunities
Review research proposals for ethical soundness
Evaluate informed consent procedures and participant protection
Assess risk-benefit ratio and vulnerable population safeguards
Monitor ethical compliance during research conduct
Review adverse events and ethical concerns
Ensure regulatory compliance (ICMR, CDSCO guidelines)
Step 1: Scientific Committee reviews proposal for scientific merit and feasibility
Step 2: If scientifically approved, proposal forwarded to Institutional Ethics Committee for ethical review
Step 3: Research can commence only after approval from both committees
This two-tier review ensures both scientific quality and ethical integrity
| S. No. | Designation/Position |
|---|---|
| 1 | Chairperson (Dean/Principal or Senior Professor with research experience) |
| 2 | Convener/Member Secretary (Faculty with research expertise) |
| 3 | Professor/Associate Professor - Basic Medical Sciences |
| 4 | Professor/Associate Professor - Clinical Medicine |
| 5 | Professor/Associate Professor - Clinical Surgery |
| 6 | Professor/Associate Professor - Para-clinical Sciences |
| 7 | Professor/Associate Professor - Community Medicine |
| 8 | Professor/Associate Professor - Allied Clinical Specialty |
| 9 | Statistician/Epidemiologist |
| 10 | Research Methodology Expert |
| 11 | Library and Information Sciences Representative |
| 12 | Medical Education Unit Representative |
| 13 | Postgraduate Representative (nominated) |
| 14 | External Research Advisor (from outside institution) - Optional |
| 15 | Industry/Clinical Research Organization Representative - Optional |
Table 1: Composition of Scientific Committee
Chairperson: Senior faculty member (Professor or Dean) with substantial research experience, publications, and research guidance credentials
Convener/Member Secretary: Faculty member with research expertise who shall coordinate all committee activities
Multidisciplinary Representation: Members from basic sciences, para-clinical, clinical, and community medicine to represent breadth of research
Research Experience: All members should have demonstrated research experience through publications, research projects, or postgraduate student guidance
Statistical Expertise: Mandatory inclusion of statistician or epidemiologist for methodological guidance
Research Training: At least 50% of members should have formal training in research methodology, biostatistics, or Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Postgraduate Representation: One postgraduate student (MD/MS final year) nominated annually to represent student research interests
External Advisor (Optional): Senior researcher from another institution for independent perspective and guidance
No Dual Role: Members of Scientific Committee may serve on other committees except where conflicts arise with IEC review of their own projects
The Scientific Committee shall be constituted for a tenure of three years
Members may be reappointed for subsequent terms based on performance and continued research engagement
The Convener/Member Secretary should serve for the full three-year term to ensure continuity
Postgraduate representative shall be nominated annually (one-year term)
Vacancies shall be filled within 30 days by nomination of qualified replacements
Members may resign by giving one month's written notice to the Chairperson and Management
The objectives and functions of the Scientific Committee shall include:
Foster a culture of scientific inquiry and evidence-based practice at the institution
Promote research activities among faculty, postgraduate students, and undergraduate students
Identify institutional research priorities aligned with public health needs and institutional strengths
Encourage interdisciplinary and collaborative research projects
Create platforms for research presentations (journal clubs, research seminars, conferences)
Recognize and reward research excellence through awards and incentives
Maintain institutional research repository and publication database
Disseminate research findings through newsletters, websites, and institutional communications
Review all research proposals for scientific merit, validity, and feasibility before ethical review
Evaluate research objectives, hypotheses, and research questions
Assess appropriateness of study design and methodology
Review sample size calculations and statistical analysis plans
Evaluate data collection tools and measurement instruments
Assess investigator qualifications and research team competence
Review availability of resources, facilities, and infrastructure
Evaluate potential for successful completion within proposed timeline
Provide scientific feedback and recommendations for proposal improvement
Approve proposals meeting scientific standards for forwarding to Ethics Committee
Organize workshops and training programs on:
Research methodology and study designs
Biostatistics and data analysis
Scientific writing and publication
Literature review and evidence synthesis
Research ethics and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Use of statistical software (SPSS, R, STATA)
Qualitative research methods
Systematic reviews and meta-analysis
Conduct orientation programs for new faculty and postgraduate students on institutional research processes
Facilitate mentorship programs pairing experienced researchers with junior faculty
Provide guidance on grant writing and research funding applications
Organize journal clubs and research methodology seminars
Facilitate training in specialized research techniques and technologies
Maintain library of research resources including methodology textbooks, journals, and software
Identify and disseminate information about extramural research funding opportunities (ICMR, DBT, DST, WHO, industry)
Support faculty in preparing competitive grant applications
Allocate institutional seed funding for pilot projects and innovative research
Facilitate partnerships with funding agencies and industry sponsors
Monitor utilization of research grants and ensure accountability
Develop institutional policies on indirect costs and overhead from grants
Promote philanthropic support for research through alumni and donors
Monitor progress of ongoing research projects through periodic reports
Conduct mid-term reviews of long-duration projects
Assess adherence to approved research protocols and timelines
Evaluate quality of data collection and management
Review interim findings and recommend course corrections
Monitor publication of completed research projects
Assess research output metrics (publications, presentations, citations)
Conduct quality audits of research processes and documentation
Provide guidance on manuscript preparation and journal selection
Review manuscripts before submission to journals (internal peer review)
Facilitate institutional authorship and publication policies
Support open access publication and institutional repositories
Organize research days and annual research conferences
Coordinate poster and oral presentations at external conferences
Maintain record of institutional publications and impact factors
Promote popularization of research through media and public engagement
Advise on intellectual property rights arising from institutional research
Facilitate patent applications for inventions and innovations
Support technology transfer and commercialization of research outcomes
Develop policies on ownership and sharing of research data and materials
Protect institutional interests in collaborative research agreements
Coordinate with Institutional Ethics Committee for comprehensive research governance
Liaise with university/affiliating body on research degree requirements
Facilitate collaborative research with other institutions and universities
Network with national and international research organizations (ICMR, WHO, NIH)
Coordinate with Medical Education Unit for educational research
Collaborate with Library for literature access and reference management
Engage with Clinical Trials Registry - India (CTRI) for trial registration
Provide leadership and strategic direction for institutional research activities
Preside over Scientific Committee meetings and ensure productive discussions
Approve research policies, funding allocations, and major initiatives
Represent the institution in research forums and funding agencies
Facilitate resource allocation for research (space, equipment, budget)
Promote research culture through institutional policies and incentives
Mentor faculty in research planning and execution
Monitor institutional research output and quality metrics
Sign research approval certificates and official correspondence
Resolve disputes and issues related to research conduct or authorship
Serve as coordinator for all Scientific Committee activities
Receive and register research proposals with unique identification numbers
Screen proposals for completeness and assign to reviewers
Prepare agenda for meetings in consultation with Chairperson
Distribute proposals to reviewers with adequate review time
Maintain database of all research projects (ongoing, completed, published)
Record minutes of meetings including discussions, decisions, and recommendations
Communicate committee decisions to investigators with feedback
Monitor compliance with approval conditions and track progress reports
Coordinate research training programs and workshops
Compile institutional research metrics and publication records
Prepare annual report of research activities
Maintain confidential archives of proposals, reviews, and approvals
Liaise with Ethics Committee, funding agencies, and external collaborators
Manage research grants administration and financial tracking
Review assigned research proposals for scientific merit and feasibility
Provide expert evaluation based on disciplinary expertise
Assess methodology, statistical plans, and feasibility
Provide constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement
Participate actively in committee meetings and discussions
Serve as mentors and consultants for researchers in their field
Contribute to development of research policies and guidelines
Facilitate research collaborations within and outside institution
Promote research activities in their respective departments
Declare conflicts of interest and recuse when appropriate
Participate in research training and capacity building activities
Review statistical aspects of research proposals
Assess appropriateness of study design for research objectives
Evaluate sample size calculations and power analysis
Review data analysis plans and statistical tests proposed
Provide consultation on research design and methodology
Conduct workshops on biostatistics and data analysis
Support researchers in statistical analysis using appropriate software
Review statistical methods sections of manuscripts
Advise on handling of missing data and confounding variables
Facilitate access to research literature and databases
Provide training on literature search strategies and reference management
Support systematic reviews and evidence synthesis projects
Maintain institutional research repository
Assist in journal selection and open access publishing
Track institutional publications and citation metrics
Procure research-related books, journals, and databases
Represent interests and concerns of postgraduate researchers
Provide student perspective on research processes and challenges
Facilitate communication between committee and student researchers
Participate in meetings and contribute to discussions
Promote research activities among fellow students
Provide feedback on effectiveness of training programs
Investigators must submit the following for Scientific Committee review:
Completed research proposal form with investigator details
Detailed research protocol including:
Title and background with literature review
Rationale and significance of research
Research question(s) and objectives/hypotheses
Study design and methodology
Study population, inclusion/exclusion criteria, sampling strategy
Sample size calculation with statistical justification
Data collection procedures and instruments
Data management and quality assurance plans
Statistical analysis plan
Timeline with milestones
Budget and resource requirements
Expected outcomes and deliverables
Limitations and challenges
References
Curriculum vitae of Principal Investigator and co-investigators
Permission letter from Head of Department
Proof of research methodology training (certificate of workshop/course)
Undertaking regarding scientific integrity and ethical conduct
Conflict of interest declaration
For externally funded projects: funding agency approval and grant details
For collaborative projects: MOU or agreement with collaborating institutions
For clinical trials: regulatory approvals (CDSCO, CTRI registration)
Member Secretary screens submissions for completeness within 3 working days
Complete proposals distributed to assigned reviewers (primary and secondary) with at least 10 days for review
Incomplete proposals returned to investigator with list of deficiencies
Scientific Committee meets at least once per month for proposal review
Reviewers submit written evaluations before meeting
Proposals discussed in committee meeting with investigator invited for queries (if needed)
Investigator absent during committee deliberations and voting
Committee decision communicated to investigator within 7 days of meeting
Revised proposals reviewed in next meeting or through expedited process for minor revisions
Proposals evaluated on the following criteria:
Scientific Merit: Originality, relevance, significance of research question
Rationale: Clear justification based on literature review and knowledge gaps
Objectives: Clear, specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound (SMART)
Methodology: Appropriate study design, valid and reliable measurement tools
Sample Size: Adequate statistical power, justified sample size calculation
Data Analysis: Appropriate statistical tests, plan for handling confounders
Feasibility: Realistic timeline, availability of resources, investigator competence
Potential Impact: Contribution to medical knowledge, clinical practice, or public health
Ethical Considerations: Basic ethical soundness (detailed review by IEC)
Budget: Reasonable and justified costs
Scientifically Approved: Proposal meets scientific standards; forwarded to Ethics Committee for ethical review
Approved with Minor Modifications: Scientific approval conditional on specified minor changes; investigator implements changes and confirms to Convener
Major Revisions Required: Significant methodological or scientific issues; revised proposal to be resubmitted for full committee review
Disapproved/Rejected: Proposal does not meet minimum scientific standards; detailed reasons provided; investigator may resubmit substantially revised proposal
Deferred: Additional information needed; investigator to provide clarifications
Decision letters clearly state:
Decision category
Specific scientific concerns and recommendations
Required modifications
Next steps for investigator
Contact information for queries
Approved proposals issued Scientific Approval Certificate with unique ID
Investigator informed that research cannot commence until Ethics Committee approval also obtained
All documentation maintained in confidential archives for minimum 5 years
The Scientific Committee shall meet at least once per month (minimum 12 meetings per year)
Additional meetings convened as needed for urgent reviews or special initiatives
Notice of meeting with agenda circulated at least 7 days in advance
Quorum: Minimum six members including Chairperson or Convener and at least one statistician/methodologist
Decisions taken by consensus; if voting required, simple majority prevails
Members with conflicts of interest (e.g., co-investigator on proposal under review) must declare and recuse themselves
Investigators may be invited to present proposals or clarify queries but must leave during deliberations
Minutes recorded documenting attendance, proposals reviewed, discussions, and decisions with rationale
Minutes approved in subsequent meeting and signed by Chairperson
Confidentiality maintained regarding proposals under review and proprietary information
All MD/MS/DNB students must submit dissertation proposals within 6 months of joining program
Dissertation topics registered with university after Scientific Committee and Ethics Committee approvals
Progress reviews conducted at 12 months and 24 months through presentations
Dissertation to be completed and submitted as per university timeline
Emphasis on original research contributing to medical literature
Encourage publications in peer-reviewed journals before degree completion
Faculty encouraged to undertake independent research projects
Support provided for methodology guidance, statistical analysis, and publication
Intramural seed funding available for pilot projects
Faculty research output considered in performance appraisals and promotions
Collaborative projects across departments encouraged
MBBS students encouraged to participate in research during elective rotations
Short-term projects (2-4 weeks) designed with faculty mentorship
Emphasis on introducing students to scientific method and critical thinking
Best undergraduate projects recognized with certificates and prizes
Publications with undergraduate co-authors encouraged
Projects funded by ICMR, DBT, DST, WHO, industry, or other agencies
Institutional support for grant applications
Grant administration through institution with proper financial oversight
Compliance with funder requirements and reporting timelines
Institutional overhead costs as per policy
Research conducted in partnership with other institutions
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) required defining roles and responsibilities
Data sharing agreements and publication authorship clarified upfront
Regular coordination meetings among collaborators
Recognition of collaborative research in institutional metrics
Institution allocates annual budget for intramural research support
Seed grants (?25,000 - ?1,00,000) available for pilot projects and innovative ideas
Priority given to:
Junior faculty establishing research programs
Innovative and high-impact projects
Pilot projects for generating data for extramural grants
Interdisciplinary collaborations
Application process: Submit proposal to Scientific Committee; competitive review
Funding utilization monitored; progress reports and financial statements required
Expectation of publication or extramural grant application as outcome
Scientific Committee disseminates information about funding opportunities from:
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Department of Biotechnology (DBT)
Department of Science and Technology (DST)
Department of Health Research (DHR)
World Health Organization (WHO)
Industry sponsors and philanthropic organizations
International funding agencies
Support for grant writing including:
Mentorship from experienced grant recipients
Review of draft proposals
Statistical and methodological consultation
Budget preparation assistance
Institutional endorsement letters
Institutional overhead costs: 10-15% of direct costs as per institutional policy
Grant administration through Finance Department with monitoring by Scientific Committee
All research funds (internal and external) managed through institutional accounts
Expenditures as per approved budget and funding agency guidelines
Quarterly financial reports submitted to Scientific Committee and funding agency
Unspent balances returned or carried forward as per funder policy
Audits conducted by institutional and external auditors
Financial irregularities or misuse subject to disciplinary action
All research conducted at institution should be published in peer-reviewed journals
Institutional affiliation must be acknowledged in all publications
Preprints and open access publishing encouraged
Predatory journals to be avoided; researchers should verify journal credibility
Duplicate publication and plagiarism strictly prohibited
Institutional repository for archiving publications and theses
Authorship credit based on substantial contributions to:
Conception or design of work; or acquisition, analysis, or interpretation of data; AND
Drafting the work or revising it critically for important intellectual content; AND
Final approval of version to be published; AND
Agreement to be accountable for all aspects of work
All four criteria must be met for authorship.
Contributors not meeting authorship criteria listed in acknowledgments
Order of authors determined by contribution; corresponding author typically PI
Authorship disputes resolved by Scientific Committee or institutional Ombudsperson
Honorary, gift, or ghost authorship prohibited
For postgraduate dissertations: Student typically first author, guide as last/corresponding author
Manuscript review by Scientific Committee members before journal submission (optional)
Guidance on journal selection based on scope and impact
Support for language editing and formatting
Financial support for publication fees in open access journals (as per availability)
Recognition of published research through institutional awards and incentives
Maintenance of publication database with impact factors and citations
All research conducted with honesty, accuracy, and transparency
Fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism constitute research misconduct
Data must be accurately recorded, stored, and reported
Researchers must maintain original data and make available for verification
Conflicts of interest must be disclosed
Deviations from approved protocols must be reported and approved
Includes but not limited to:
Fabrication: Making up data or results
Falsification: Manipulating research materials, equipment, or data; misrepresenting results
Plagiarism: Appropriating others' ideas, results, or words without attribution
Duplicate submission: Submitting same manuscript to multiple journals simultaneously
Salami slicing: Artificially dividing research into multiple papers
Inappropriate authorship: Gift, honorary, or ghost authorship
Failure to disclose conflicts of interest
Allegations investigated by Scientific Committee or dedicated Research Integrity Committee
Confidential inquiry conducted with due process and opportunity for respondent to explain
If misconduct substantiated, disciplinary action as per institutional policy
Serious misconduct reported to university, funding agencies, and regulatory bodies
Retraction of publications if misconduct affects published work
Protection for whistleblowers raising genuine concerns
Intellectual property (IP) arising from institutional research governed by institutional IP policy
Inventions, patents, copyrights, and trademarks resulting from research belong to institution
Inventors/creators recognized and may receive share of royalties as per policy
Patent applications filed with institutional support through designated IP cell
Technology transfer and commercialization facilitated through industry partnerships
Collaborative research: IP ownership as per MOU with clear terms upfront
Student dissertation IP: Institution and student share ownership; commercialization with institutional approval
Confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements for industry-sponsored research
Researchers obligated to disclose potentially patentable inventions promptly
Research Methodology Workshop: 3-5 day workshop covering study designs, sampling, data collection, ethics (conducted annually)
Biostatistics and Data Analysis: Training in statistical concepts, software (SPSS/R), sample size calculation (conducted twice per year)
Scientific Writing and Publication: Manuscript writing, journal selection, responding to reviewers (conducted annually)
Good Clinical Practice (GCP): For clinical trial investigators (conducted annually)
Literature Review and Evidence Synthesis: Systematic reviews, meta-analysis (conducted as needed)
All postgraduate students within 6 months of joining program
New faculty members within first year of joining
Faculty undertaking research projects or seeking funding
Undergraduate students participating in research electives
Paramedical and nursing staff involved in research
Workshops on qualitative research methods
Training in specialized statistical techniques (multilevel modeling, survival analysis)
Grant writing workshops with successful grant recipients as mentors
Leadership and management in research
Research ethics certification courses
Software training (reference management, data analysis, qualitative analysis)
Certificates issued for completed training programs
Training records maintained for all researchers
Research methodology training required before proposal submission
Continuing education credits for participation in training activities
Number of research proposals submitted and approved
Number of ongoing and completed research projects
Number of publications (peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings)
Impact factors of journals where published
Citations to institutional research
Number of presentations at conferences (national, international)
Research grants applied for and awarded (amount and source)
Number of patents filed and granted
Number of postgraduate dissertations completed
Number of undergraduate students involved in research
Timeliness of proposal reviews
Proportion of faculty with active research projects
Proportion of postgraduate students with approved proposals within 6 months
Number of training programs conducted and participants
Publication rate of completed research projects
Time from study completion to publication
Compliance with progress reporting by investigators
Research translated to policy or practice
Media coverage and public engagement with research
Awards and recognition received by institutional researchers
Collaborative partnerships established
External funding secured
Institutional ranking in research productivity
The Scientific Committee shall prepare a comprehensive annual report containing:
Summary of committee composition and meetings held
Number and types of research proposals reviewed (faculty, postgraduate, undergraduate, collaborative)
Scientific Committee decisions (approved, revised, rejected) with statistics
List of ongoing research projects with PI names and status
List of completed research projects
List of publications from institutional research with impact factors
Research presentations at conferences
Research grants applied for and awarded with amounts
Intramural research funding allocation and utilization
Training programs conducted with number of participants
Research awards and recognitions received by faculty and students
Challenges encountered and solutions implemented
Research infrastructure developments
Collaborations and partnerships established
Action plan for next year with priorities and targets
Annual report submitted to:
Management of the institution
College Council
National Medical Commission (as part of institutional reporting)
University/Affiliating body
Accreditation agencies (NAAC, NABH)
The Scientific Committee shall coordinate with:
Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC): Sequential review process; scientifically approved proposals forwarded to IEC for ethical review
Medical Education Unit (MEU): For educational research and faculty development in research
College Council: For research policies and integration of research in curriculum
Library Committee: For literature access and institutional repository
Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC): For quality metrics and accreditation
Finance Committee: For research budget allocation and grant administration
Postgraduate Committee: For dissertation requirements and student research
Institutional Biosafety Committee: For research involving biological materials
Clinical Trials Registry: For registration of clinical trials
Data Safety Monitoring Boards: For safety oversight of clinical trials
The institution shall provide:
Dedicated office space for Scientific Committee with computer and storage
Meeting room for committee meetings and proposal reviews
Research laboratory space for basic and clinical research
Clinical research facility for conduct of clinical trials
Data entry and analysis facility with computers and software
Space for research archives and records storage
Computers with internet connectivity
Statistical software (SPSS, R, STATA) with licenses
Reference management software (Mendeley, EndNote, Zotero)
Plagiarism detection software (Turnitin, iThenticate)
Laboratory equipment for research projects (as per discipline needs)
Data storage with backup and security systems
Access to online medical databases
Subscription to peer-reviewed medical journals
Research methodology and statistics textbooks
Access to institutional research repository
Inter-library loan facility for specialized resources
Annual budget for Scientific Committee operations
Intramural research funding for seed grants
Budget for training programs and workshops
Support for conference travel and registration
Publication fee support for open access journals
Software licenses and database subscriptions
Dedicated administrative staff for Scientific Committee office
Support for proposal processing and documentation
Grant administration support through Finance Department
IT support for data management and analysis
Research ethics and regulatory compliance support
Annual Research Awards:
Best Research Publication Award (faculty)
Best Postgraduate Dissertation Award
Best Undergraduate Research Project Award
Young Investigator Award
Research Excellence Award (lifetime achievement)
Research Productivity in Performance Appraisal: Publications, grants, and student guidance considered in faculty promotions and performance reviews
Research Leave: Faculty may be granted sabbatical or research leave for advanced training or collaborative projects
Financial Incentives: Prize money for awards, publication incentives as per institutional policy
Recognition at Institutional Events: Research achievements highlighted in annual day, convocation, and newsletters
Research Mentorship Recognition: Awards for outstanding research mentors and guides
Scientific Committee constitution and composition displayed on institutional website and notice boards
Research proposal submission guidelines and forms available on website
Meeting schedule published in advance
Research funding opportunities circulated through emails and notices
Institutional research publications listed on website with links
Annual research day organized to showcase institutional research
Research newsletter published quarterly highlighting recent publications and achievements
Research metrics and rankings displayed to promote competitive spirit
This Constitution may be amended from time to time in accordance with:
Changes in NMC guidelines on research in medical institutions
Updates in ICMR ethical guidelines
Best practices from leading research institutions
Institutional needs and stakeholder feedback
Advancements in research methodologies and technologies
Amendments require approval from Management and notification to NMC and university.
This Constitution shall come into effect from the date of approval by the Management of Netaji Subhas Medical College and Hospital.
