RESEARCH AND INNOVATION COMITEE REGULATION

SECTION ONE
Purpose, Scope, Basis, and Definitions

Purpose
ARTICLE 1 –(1) The purpose of this regulation is to define the duties, powers, and operating principles of the Research and Innovation Committee established to strategically plan, monitor, and evaluate the research and innovation activities of Izmir University of Economics.

Scope
ARTICLE 2 – (1)  This regulation covers the principles and operational provisions for all academic and administrative units regarding the duties, powers, and responsibilities of Izmir University of Economics Research and Innovation Committee, which was established to strategically plan, monitor, and evaluate the patenting, technology transfer, and collaboration projects, as well as research and innovation activities of Izmir University of Economics.

Basis
ARTICLE 3-(1) This regulation has been prepared based on the Izmir University of Economics Quality Commission Regulation, the relevant regulations of the Council of Higher Education (CoHE), and the strategic plan of Izmir University of Economics.

Definitions
ARTICLE 4-(1) The references in this regulation are as follows: 
a) University (IUE): Izmir University of Economics,
b) Rector: The Rector of Izmir University of Economics,
c) Committee: Research and Innovation Committee of Izmir University of Economics,
ç) President: President of the Committee,
d) Project Development and Technology Transfer Office (PDTTO): Unit conducting research and innovation activities.

SECTION TWO
Establishment and Operating Principles, Duties, and Responsibilities of the Committee

Establishment of the Committee
ARTICLE 5 – (1) The Vice-Rector responsible for research and innovation is the President of the Committee. The Committee elects a ‘Vice-President’ from among its members. In the absence of the President, the ‘Vice-President’ presides over the sessions.
(2)  The Committee consists of the President and Vice-President, one high-performing research member assigned by each faculty/school to represent their respective faculty/school, a representative from Graduate School, the Research Collaborations and Innovation Coordinator, the Researcher Training Coordinator, the Director of the Project Development and Technology Transfer Office (PDTTO), a representative from the Quality Commission, representatives from Research and Application Centers, a student representative (doctoral student), and two members determined by the Rector.
(3)  The Director of the Project Development and Technology Transfer Office acts as the rapporteur for the committee. In the absence of the rapporteur, a member assigned by the president acts as the rapporteur.
(4) If deemed necessary by the Committee, sub-committees, work groups, and/or advisory boards, which may include non-committee members, can be formed.
(5) The Committee convenes with the absolute majority (more than half) of its total members and makes decisions with the absolute majority of those attending the meeting.
(6) In the event of any vacancy in the number of Committee members for any reason, a new member shall be appointed for the vacant membership within one month at the latest.

Operating Principles
ARTICLE 6 – (1) The operating principles of the Committee are as follows:
a) Transparency: Decisions and activities are openly shared with all relevant stakeholders.
b) Participation: Active participation of internal and external university stakeholders in the process is ensured.
c) Sustainability: The long-term impacts of research projects completed are taken into consideration.
ç) Monitoring and Evaluation: Research and innovation projects are regularly evaluated to ensure progress.
 
Meeting Time
ARTICLE 7-(1) The Committee meets at least 4 times a year and whenever the President deems it necessary.

Term and Termination of Committee Membership
ARTICLE 8 – (1) The term of office for Committee members is three years. The student representative serves for one year and is nominated to the Senate by Graduate School.
(2) Members whose term of office has expired may be reappointed by the same procedure.
(3) If necessary, committee members may be removed from their duties before the expiration of their terms, in accordance with the procedure by which they were elected.
(4) In the event of any vacancy among the Committee members, a new member shall be appointed for the vacant membership by the same procedure within one month at the latest.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Committee
ARTICLE 9-(1) The duties and responsibilities of the Committee are to: 
a) create, monitor, and develop the University's research and innovation strategy,
b) define key performance indicators in the field of research and innovation,
c) manage support programs for research and innovation projects (support conditions, calls, peer-review processes, support decisions, and project monitoring),
ç) develop metrics for evaluating the impact of research and innovation projects,
d) encourage the participation of students and academic staff in research and innovation activities,
e) increase the University's cooperation with public, private sector, and non-governmental organizations,
f) prepare annual reports on research and innovation activities and submit them to the Rectorate.

Support for Research and Innovation Projects
ARTICLE 10 – (1) Research projects submitted from within the University for support are evaluated and decided upon by the Scientific Research Projects (SRP) Sub-Committee, which is a sub-committee of the Committee. The SRP Sub-Committee submits a report on supported projects to the University Administrative Board twice a year.
(2) The necessary funds for projects are covered by the University budget.

SECTION THREE
Miscellaneous and Final Provisions

Non-Provisional Circumstances
ARTICLE 11-(1) In cases where there is no provision in this Regulation, the Rector is authorized.

Amendments
ARTICLE 12-(1) This regulation may be amended by the decision of the Senate.

Effectiveness
ARTICLE 13-(1) This regulation takes effect on the date it is approved by the Senate.

Enforcement
ARTICLE 14 – (1) The Rector of the Izmir University of Economics enforces the provisions of this regulation.
 
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This regulation took effect with the Senate decision dated 26.02.2025 and numbered 549.