HBKU holds first National Research Management and Impact Forum
The forum participants discussed common challenges and opportunities associated with research grant management, funding, and administration.

The Sponsored Research Office at Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) organized its first National Research Management and Impact Forum where research offices across Qatar gathered to discuss research office matters of common interest, exchange ideas and explore opportunities for collaboration. 

This one-day forum aims to provide attendees with a platform to share lessons learned, present case studies and discuss solutions to common challenges and opportunities associated with research grant management, funding, and administration. 

“This initiative exemplifies the HBKU’s commitment to driving excellence in research through collaboration with our peers in universities and research institutes across Qatar, in the region and globally. At HBKU, we are committed to helping build the country’s research capabilities and ensuring an inclusive, high-quality research and education ecosystem,” said Ms. Fahima A. Nasr – HBKU’s Senior Sponsor Research Manager.

HBKU is an innovation-centric university, leading in education and research that is dedicated to solving critical challenges facing Qatar and the world. The university fosters enduring collaboration and synergies with leading local and international research partners to exchange ideas, leverage resources, and build capacity in Qatar and beyond.