RESEARCH POLICIES

 

Shri Shivaji Mahavidyalaya, Barshi is dedicated to promoting a robust research culture that fosters innovation, excellence, and societal development.


1.Vision

To establish Shri Shivaji Mahavidyalaya, Barshi as a center for cutting-edge research and innovation that addresses both local and global challenges while contributing to societal progress.


2.Objectives

  • To encourage faculty and students to undertake high-quality research.
  • To create an environment for interdisciplinary and collaborative research.
  • To enhance partnerships with industries, government bodies, and research institutions.
  • To ensure the ethical and responsible conduct of research.
  • To promote the development of sustainable and innovative solutions.

    • 3.Scope

    This policy applies to all faculty members, researchers, and students of the institution who are involved in academic and applied research activities.


    4. Research Infrastructure

    The college offers:

  • Well-equipped laboratories, libraries, and research facilities.
  • Access to e-journals, databases, and other research tools
  • State-of-the-art computing and analytical resources.

    • 5. Research Funding and Support

  • Internal Funding: The institution encourages and funds minor research projects and academic events.
  • External Funding: Faculty members are encouraged to apply for grants from agencies like UGC, DST, CSIR, and other government and private organizations.
  • Incentives: The institution recognizes and rewards research publications, patents, and participation in conferences.

    • 6. Ethical Research Practices

  • Research should adhere to principles of integrity, originality, and transparency.
  • Plagiarism and misconduct will not be tolerated.
  • Projects involving human or animal subjects require ethical clearance.

    • 7. Publications and Dissemination

  • Faculty and students are encouraged to publish in reputed, peer-reviewed journals and present findings at conferences.
  • Open-access publications are promoted for wider dissemination of knowledge.

    • 8. Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)

    • The institution supports researchers in protecting and commercializing their research through patents, copyrights, and licensing.

    9. Collaborative Research

  • Promotion of interdisciplinary research across departments.
  • Establishment of collaborations with universities, industries, and international research bodies.

    • 10. Student Participation in Research

  • Research-driven curriculum at UG and PG levels.
  • Opportunities for students to participate in projects, internships, and conferences.

    • 11. Monitoring and Evaluation

  • A Research Committee monitors progress, evaluates research activities, and ensures compliance with institutional policies.
  • Regular reports on research performance are shared to encourage transparency and growth.