tips research proposal - prof. shahwahid

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TIPS MENULIS CADANGAN

PROJEK PENYELIDIKAN

TIPS MENULIS CADANGAN

PROJEK PENYELIDIKAN PROF DR MOHD SHAHWAHID HAJI

OTHMAN

[INSTITUTE OF TROPICL FORESTRY

AND FOREST PRODUCTS]

PROF DR MOHD SHAHWAHID HAJI

OTHMAN

[INSTITUTE OF TROPICL FORESTRY

AND FOREST PRODUCTS]


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RESEARCH PROPOSALRESEARCH PROPOSAL As academicians we know this From

1.0 Title

2.0 Introduction/Background to theIssues/Problem/Types of proposal:

internal or external (who ask and who isto do the research)

3.0 Problem Statement

Research Question

4.0 Research Objective

Justification & Importance/Benefits ofStudy

As academicians we know this From

1.0 Title

2.0 Introduction/Background to theIssues/Problem/Types of proposal:

internal or external (who ask and who isto do the research)

3.0 Problem Statement

Research Question

4.0 Research Objective

Justification & Importance/Benefits ofStudy


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RESEARCH PROPOSALRESEARCH PROPOSAL

5.0 Literature Review on:

Similar issues, problems and solutions

Methods used by others; strengths &weakness of each ending with possible

suggestions of the best technique 6.0 Research Design

What kind of studies e.g. descriptive, causaletc

Theoretical and Empirical Model Adopted Hypotheses

Sampling design: census or sampling. Ifsampling, what techniques e.g simple random,

systematic

5.0 Literature Review on:

Similar issues, problems and solutions

Methods used by others; strengths &weakness of each ending with possible

suggestions of the best technique 6.0 Research Design

What kind of studies e.g. descriptive, causaletc

Theoretical and Empirical Model Adopted Hypotheses

Sampling design: census or sampling. Ifsampling, what techniques e.g simple random,

systematic


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RESEARCH PROPOSALRESEARCH PROPOSAL 7.0 Data Sources/Collection:

Survey, secondary data

Measurement Scale of variables

8.0 Analysis of Data

Data Preparation and description

Statistical techniques selection e.g. frequency, factoranalysis

Analysis and hypotheses testing

9.0 Expected Results

10.0 Report presentations 11.0 Budget

12.0 Schedule

13.0 Personnel Vitae

14.0 Bibliography

7.0 Data Sources/Collection:

Survey, secondary data

Measurement Scale of variables

8.0 Analysis of Data

Data Preparation and description

Statistical techniques selection e.g. frequency, factoranalysis

Analysis and hypotheses testing

9.0 Expected Results

10.0 Report presentations 11.0 Budget

12.0 Schedule

13.0 Personnel Vitae

14.0 Bibliography


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Project Title

The title should be concise, clearly indicating the subject of

the investigation and reflecting the key idea(s) of the project.

Project Objectives

This section describes the measurable objectives of theproject and defines the expected results.

Research Background

The research background should cover the followingelements:

o The major issues and problems to be addressed by the

research.

o Research necessity and importance.

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o Variables and parameters of the research.

o Hypothesis or theory, if any.

o Setting the limits or boundaries of the proposed researchin order to provide a clear focus.

The literature review should be addressed in this section to

meet the requirements below:

o The application must be novel (should not "reinvent the

wheel").

o Demonstrates knowledge of the research problem.

o Demonstrates understanding of the theoretical and

research issues related to the research question.

o Critically analyse, integrate and synthesise the relevant

literature information.

Guidelines


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Socio-economic objectives (SEO)

The socio-economic objectives (SEO) represent the purpose

or sectoral beneficiaries for which R&D activities areconducted. The SEO classification allows a systematic

analysis of R&D funding at three different levels under the

SEO Divisions. There are 5 SEO Divisions, namely Defence,

Economic Development, Society, Environment andAdvancement of Knowledge.

The appropriate divisions will determine the SEO

Classification that best describes the beneficiary group of the

project from the Malaysian Research and DevelopmentClassification, 4th Edition or the latest edition.

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To classify the research project, please use the following

definitions:

o SEO Category

The SEO Category describes the sector of the national

economy for which it will be the main beneficiary of the R&D

being practised.

o SEO Group

A sub-division under the SEO Category, which groups

socioeconomic activities that have common characteristics.

o SEO Area

A sub-division under the SEO Group, which represents a

specific area of research.

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Fields of Research (FOR)

The fields of research (FOR) represent R&D activities

classified according to their scientific and academic

disciplines.

Please choose the FOR classification which most

appropriately describes the scientific discipline being

practised.

Please select the FOR from the Malaysian Research and

Development Classification, 4th Edition according to the

following:

o FOR Category

A sub-division of scientific or academic disciplines.

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o FOR Group

A sub-division under the FOR Category.

o FOR Area

A specific discipline within an FOR Group which describes a

science or a technology area.

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Research Approach

o Research Methodology

The research methodology demonstrates how the applicant

plans to tackle the research problem. It should have details of

the analytical techniques, research design and description of

research activities. Specialised equipment, facilities andinfrastructure, whether new or existing, required for the project

should also be identified at this stage.

The applicant should compare the methodology with

alternative methods and justify that the approach chosen is

the most appropriate.

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o Project Activities

It will provide the work plan and the list of the activitiesnecessary for the project, including those associated with the

transfer of the research results to customers / beneficiaries. It

should also outline the sequence of the proposed activities

and identify them in numbered stages, steps or phases.

The research activities as well as the timing and duration will

be reflected in the Gantt chart.

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o Milestone**

A milestone is achieved when a significant phase in the

project is reached, for example completion of testing,commissioning of equipment, etc. There must be at least 2

milestones per calendar year. The first milestone at the start of

the project is optional while the last milestone denotes the end

/ completion of the project.

The timings of the milestones will be reflected in the Gantt

chart.

o Risk of the Project

Describe the factors that may cause delays or prevent

implementation of the project as proposed. Give an estimate

on the degree of risk.

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Benefits Of The Project

o Output ExpectedThe output expected varies amongst the different types of

research.

Forstrategic basic research projects, use the following list

of outputs:

Hypotheses

Theories

Algorithm Structure

Data

IPR

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Forapplied research (technology development) projects,

use the following list of outputs:

Method / technique

Demonstrator / prototype

New / improved product / device New / improved process

New / improved software

New / improved material

New / improved service

IPR

Guidelines


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o Human Capital Development

The indicators are as follows:

Post doctorate

Doctorate

Master

Bachelor Research staff with new specialisation

Guidelines


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o Economic Contribution

The indicators are as follows:

Sales of manufactured product / device / equipment Royalties from licensing

Revenue from consultancies

Cost savings

Time savings Others

o Infrastructural contribution

The indicators are as follows: New equipment

New / improved facility

New information networks

Others

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Research Collaboration

The collaboration is in the form of sharing of expertise andresearch facilities, marketing opportunities and other related

research resources. Details on the role of key collaborators

should be provided. Such commitment should be

substantiated by documentation proof such as memorandum

of agreement, letter of consent or any other form ofagreement.

For the project team, state all the collaborators involved

based on their roles and time allocated. The man month of

the project team will be automatically calculated based on

the staff cost estimation worksheet.

Guidelines


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APPLICATION PROCESS FLOWAPPLICATION PROCESS FLOWRECEIPT OF APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

INSTITUTIONALSCREENING:

TECHNICAL AND FINANCIAL

SUBMISSION OF

ENDORSED PROPOSAL TO

MOSTI

ACCEPTANCE AND SIGNING OF CONTRACT

PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION

Administrative compliance

Eligibility check

Technical aspects

Financial assessment

Competency and conceptualassessment

MOSTI evaluation and approval Payment

Reports

Audit

Deadline 26 May 2006

Deadline 16 June 2006


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INSTITUTIONAL SCREENING CHECKLISTINSTITUTIONAL SCREENING CHECKLIST Does the proposed project fall under Research Priority Area?

Does the applicant have the professional qualifications andteam members (if applicable) necessary for satisfactoryperformance of the proposed activity?

Is there any funding sources to supplement the fund providedby ScienceFund?

Adequate literature review?

Does Research Methodology reflect project activities? Complete research activities and milestones in Gantt chart?

Total project cost tally with detailed cost breakdown?

Correct addition of project cost?

Justification of purchase of equipment?

Incomplete information in form?

Viability of research objectives? Commercialisation potential?

Is the applicant currently heading any research project? If yes,please state source and number

Is the applicant employed on a contract basis? If yes, pleaseindicate date of expiry of contract.

Does the proposed project fall under Research Priority Area?

Does the applicant have the professional qualifications andteam members (if applicable) necessary for satisfactoryperformance of the proposed activity?

Is there any funding sources to supplement the fund providedby ScienceFund?

Adequate literature review?

Does Research Methodology reflect project activities? Complete research activities and milestones in Gantt chart?

Total project cost tally with detailed cost breakdown?

Correct addition of project cost?

Justification of purchase of equipment?

Incomplete information in form?

Viability of research objectives? Commercialisation potential?

Is the applicant currently heading any research project? If yes,please state source and number

Is the applicant employed on a contract basis? If yes, pleaseindicate date of expiry of contract.


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Notes to ScienceFund applicationsNotes to ScienceFund applications Project duration is max. 24 months

For V21000 (Travel and Transportation), max.allocation is 15% of total budget. Project leader andcollaborator is allowed to travel overseas onceduring project duration

For V11000 (Temporary and Contract Personnel), aproject is allowed a max. of 3 contract personnel

For V35000 (Special Equipment and Accessories), aproject is allowed to procure a maximum of 40% oftotal cost of project or RM100,000 whichever islower.

Project duration is max. 24 months

For V21000 (Travel and Transportation), max.allocation is 15% of total budget. Project leader andcollaborator is allowed to travel overseas onceduring project duration

For V11000 (Temporary and Contract Personnel), aproject is allowed a max. of 3 contract personnel

For V35000 (Special Equipment and Accessories), aproject is allowed to procure a maximum of 40% oftotal cost of project or RM100,000 whichever islower.


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No limitation on number of project a researcher canapply for. (Max duration per project is 24 months)

Sea to Space includes Agriculture, Oceanography National Oceanography Directorate, Medicine,Healthcare and Management, Forestry, Food,Mathematics, Pure Sciences, Conservation Biology,Astronomy, Social Sciences, Management,

Economics, etc and covers anything not covered inlisted priority areas

Previous track record in research (IRPA RMK7 & 8)taken into consideration by MOSTI panel.

Institution screening panel is advised to give properrecommendation to MOSTI during institutionalscreening.

No limitation on number of project a researcher canapply for. (Max duration per project is 24 months)

Sea to Space includes Agriculture, Oceanography National Oceanography Directorate, Medicine,Healthcare and Management, Forestry, Food,Mathematics, Pure Sciences, Conservation Biology,Astronomy, Social Sciences, Management,

Economics, etc and covers anything not covered inlisted priority areas

Previous track record in research (IRPA RMK7 & 8)taken into consideration by MOSTI panel.

Institution screening panel is advised to give properrecommendation to MOSTI during institutionalscreening.


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Young researchers advised to have SeniorResearchers/ Professors as collaborators tostrengthen project team. This will ensure

satisfactory progress of project

Senior Researchers / Professors required as projector program leaders. Research team to include Young

/ Junior Researchers.

Institutional Screening Panel will act as auditors/project monitors. This is a requirement of MOSTI.

Monthly accounting by Bendahari to MOSTI.

Quarterly report on activity by researchers to MOSTI.

Project monitoring every 6 (six) months

Young researchers advised to have SeniorResearchers/ Professors as collaborators tostrengthen project team. This will ensure

satisfactory progress of project

Senior Researchers / Professors required as projector program leaders. Research team to include Young

/ Junior Researchers.

Institutional Screening Panel will act as auditors/project monitors. This is a requirement of MOSTI.

Monthly accounting by Bendahari to MOSTI.

Quarterly report on activity by researchers to MOSTI.

Project monitoring every 6 (six) months


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Inferred from V21000 (Travel & Transportation) andV35000 (Equipment and Accessories), max. total ofScienceFund applicable is RM 250,000 per project.

Reasonable figure is max. RM 250,000 per project

Major research output:

Publications in journals

HRD

Capacity building including infrastructure andnetworking

Economic contribution

Research products (if achieved), should apply forTechnoFund

Inferred from V21000 (Travel & Transportation) andV35000 (Equipment and Accessories), max. total ofScienceFund applicable is RM 250,000 per project.

Reasonable figure is max. RM 250,000 per project

Major research output:

Publications in journals

HRD

Capacity building including infrastructure andnetworking

Economic contribution

Research products (if achieved), should apply forTechnoFund


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Samples of Technical and Financial questions asked

during proposed project evaluation

Samples of Technical and Financial questions asked

during proposed project evaluation Financial and operational capacity

Do the applicant and partners have sufficient experience ofproject management?

Do the applicant and partners have sufficient managementcapacity? (including staff, equipment, ability to handle the budget

for the action) Relevance

How relevant is the proposal to the objectives and one or moreof the priority areas?

How relevant is the proposal to the needs and constraints of thetargets?

Methodology Are the activities proposed appropriate, practical, and consistent

with the objectives and expected results?

Does the proposal contain objectively verifiable indicators for theoutcome of the action?

Financial and operational capacity

Do the applicant and partners have sufficient experience ofproject management?

Do the applicant and partners have sufficient managementcapacity? (including staff, equipment, ability to handle the budget

for the action) Relevance

How relevant is the proposal to the objectives and one or moreof the priority areas?

How relevant is the proposal to the needs and constraints of thetargets?

Methodology Are the activities proposed appropriate, practical, and consistent

with the objectives and expected results?

Does the proposal contain objectively verifiable indicators for theoutcome of the action?


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Sustainability

Is the action likely to have an impact on the target area/group?

Is the proposal likely to have a multiplier effects? (including

transfer of technology and extension of the outcome) Budget and Cost-effectiveness

Is the ratio between the estimated costs and the expected results

satisfactory?

Is the proposed expenditure necessary for the implementation of

the project?

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