Measuring the Quality of Mission-Oriented Research

Abstract

This report explores suitable measures to assess the quality of mission-oriented research, with the view of identifying appropriate strategies to improve research performance. A peer reviewed objective- dependent (PROD) evaluation system is proposed to cater for the broad spectrum of research undertaken by mission-oriented research organisations, ranging from strategic research through to application and development. In the proposed PROD system, quality indicators and the pertinent weightings are adjusted to be consistent with the research objectives. It is possible to obtain a single number to quantify research quality using the bibliometrics method, in which the ratings are determined through peer reviewing. This quality assessment system could provide a useful tool for planning, priority setting, and quality assurance in research and development.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 2001
Accession Number
ADA388259

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People

  • Chun H. Wang

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  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems
  • Space

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  • Airframes
  • Australia
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  • Composite Materials
  • Department Of Defense
  • Efficiency
  • Engineering
  • Engineers
  • Governments
  • Indicators
  • Industrial Research
  • Materials
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Personnel Management
  • Quality Control
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Universities

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