Dr. Mohamed Aghar N M
Elrayess
Director of Research Planning and Development
The Research Planning and Development Department is a cornerstone of the research ecosystem at Qatar University, serving as the central hub for strategic research planning and development. The department aims to develop a distinguished research environment that enhances the quality, relevance, and excellence of scientific research through integrated strategic planning and robust research governance. The department serves as an effective liaison between various entities within the university, contributing to the realization of its vision of research excellence and leadership in priority areas.
The department is responsible for preparing and developing regulations, decisions/policies, and instructions, and for creating administrative initiatives in collaboration with decision-makers and stakeholders. This contributes to improving the quality of research output to meet the needs of society. It also relies on rigorous data analysis and research performance indicators, enabling the higher management to make effective strategic decisions that achieve the university's research priorities and strengthen its research profile. The department continuously strives to build collaborative partnerships to improve the efficiency of research processes and ensure coherent implementation of research policies and alignment with international benchmarks.
As part of its commitment to excellence, the department is developing a comprehensive framework for evaluating research quality and impact, with a focus on enhancing the performance of researchers and research units, and guiding continuous quality improvement. Through its continuous efforts, the administration aims to open new horizons for high-quality research and development, and to contribute to achieving Qatar University's vision as a leading institution in the field of research quality and excellence at the local and international levels.