RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
Where research meets
excellence.
The Research and Development Office (RDO) drives innovation and research excellence by empowering faculty, students, and staff to produce ethical, high-quality work that fuels academic growth and community impact.
The Research and Development Office
The Research and Development Office (RDO) serves as the central hub for research innovation, knowledge management, and academic excellence within the institution. It supports faculty, students, and staff in the development, implementation, and dissemination of high-quality research aligned with institutional and community priorities. Through capacity-building programs, policy development, and research initiatives, the RDO fosters a culture of inquiry, collaboration, and evidence-based practice. It also ensures that research outputs contribute to societal development, uphold ethical standards, and strengthen the institution’s role as a leader in research and innovation.
OUR VISION
Knowledge for Transformation
In line with the mission of UNO-R as “An Augustinian Recollect University that educates the mind and heart by providing the climate, the structure, and the means to develop the vocation knowledge, skills, talents, and attitude of the community as permeated by the Gospel values for the service of humanity, love, and praise to the One God” (Memorandum No. 123, Series SY 2015-2016), the Research and Development OOice (RDO) commits itself to the generation and propagation of new knowledge for human development, social sustainability, environmental protection, technological innovation, nation building, and social transformation.
It likewise commits itself to the actualization of UNO-R’s commitment to the advancement of research and development, fully supportive of and complementary to teaching and community services and responsiveness to contemporary issues and problems of the University and of the society (RPDO Policies and Guidelines, 2010).
OUR MISSION
Advancing Excellence Through Research
The Research and Development Office fulfills UNO-R’S aspiration to be “A Catholic University committed to the integral formation of the human person with passion for excellence and service to the church and society,” (Memorandum No. 123, Series SY 2015-2016).
Specifically, the RDO envisions UNO-R to attain a national and international position in education and research through the constant formation and development of scholarly leaders whose works parallel or even exceed the international standard of quality in their fields and disciplines. It likewise pursues enrichment of existing academic programs and broadening of knowledge through functional ethical research for the authentic good of the individual and the society.
Functions and Responsibilites
The Research and Development Office supports the university’s research community from idea development to dissemination, ensuring that research is ethical, relevant, and impactful.
Research Development
Supporting faculty and students throughout the research process—from planning and proposal development to completion and evaluation.
Research Ethics & Compliance
Promoting ethical research practices through review, compliance, responsible conduct, and the protection of research participants.
Capacity Building
Strengthening research competencies through training, mentoring, workshops, and professional development programs.
Research Monitoring & Evaluation
Tracking research projects, outputs, milestones, and institutional research performance to ensure quality, progress, and impact.
Knowledge Dissemination
Sharing research findings through publications, conferences, forums, repositories, and other knowledge-sharing platforms.
Research Partnerships
Building collaborations with academic institutions, government agencies, industry, and community partners to expand research opportunities and impact.
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Our research
services.
Supporting students, faculty, and academic units through research development, evaluation, knowledge management, and evidence-based solutions.
RESEARCH SERVICE 01
STUDENT RESEARCH
Empowering students throughout their research journey from developing research ideas and strengthening methodologies to preparing studies for presentation and publication. Our services help students build confidence and produce meaningful, high-quality research.
RESEARCH SERVICE 02
FACULTY RESEARCH
Supporting faculty members in developing rigorous, relevant, and impactful research. We provide research support, capacity-building opportunities, and guidance to help faculty advance their scholarly work and contribute to the university’s research culture.
RESEARCH SERVICE 03
ETHICS REVIEW
Ensuring research involving human participants meets established ethical standards through a thorough and responsible review process. Our ethics review services help researchers protect participants, uphold research integrity, and ensure compliance with institutional and ethical guidelines.
RESEARCH SERVICE 04
INSTITUTIONAL EVALUATION
Supporting the continuous improvement of academic programs and institutional practices through systematic evaluation and evidence-based assessment. Our services help identify strengths, address areas for improvement, and provide insights that support informed planning and institutional development.
RESEARCH SERVICE 05
KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
Strengthening the way research knowledge is organized, documented, shared, and applied across the institution. Our services support effective knowledge management practices that make research outputs more accessible, useful, and valuable for researchers, faculty, and the wider academic community.
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