Functions of the URC

Key tasks of the URC

The  URC continues in promoting and nurturing the intellectual life of University members, providing direction, and setting standards for research in the University. Its key tasks include:

1. Improving the quantity and quality of research;
2. Developing practical standards of research in various disciplines;
3. Articulating standards of research as fulfilling research requirements for rank promotion;
4. Screening and refining proposals and reports;
5. Disseminating and publishing researches;
6. Organizing research capability-building and project development activities;
7. Conducting or commissioning research on University matters and other issues it deems significant; and
8. Managing the AdNU Press and Gibon Journal.

Roles of the URC

In response to the realities of research culture in the University and in pursuit of its key tasks, the URC takes on the following work:

1. Policy formulation – review, formulate, recommend, and monitor the implementation of relevant policies, guidelines, and mechanisms;
2. Recruitment and conceptualization – identify potential researchers and/or facilitate conceptualization of faculty and staff research projects; design its own research projects;
3. Screening, accompaniment, and evaluation – set standards, facilitate screening of proposals and evaluation of outputs, and mobilize technical guidance/assistance
4. Execution – implement the policies, guidelines, and mechanisms and conduct its own research projects
5. Coordination – coordinate the various tasks and activities of the council, monitor the progress of research projects, coordinate with other councils/committees, colleges and units, link with other organizations, oversee the operations of the AdNU Press, manage the finances of the council.

URC Members

1. Dr. Allan Sioson – Computer Science Department
   (Chairperson)
2. Fr. David John de los Reyes, S.J.
   (Executive Secretary)
3. Dr. Emmanuel Abejero – Social Sciences Department
4. Dr. Cyril Conde – English Language and Literature Department
5. Ms. Mary Anne Deduque – World Bank Knowledge for Development Center
6. Dr. Danilo Gerona – Social Sciences and Philosophy Departments
7. Mr. Bernie Jereza – AdNU Press
8. Dr. Cristina Lim – Ateneo Social Science Research Center
9. Dr. Rufino Ramos – College Guidance Office
10. Dr. Emelina Regis – Institute of Environmental Conservation and Research
11. Mr. Carmelo Sorita – Theology Department
12. Mr. Jon Michael Villaseñor - Ateneo Social Science Research Center