Directorate of Research and Publications

Research is one of the core functions of the University. All research activities in the University are coordinated by the Director of Research who is the Principal Officer in charge of research. The University has a Research and Publications Committee which receives and considers research proposals from members of academic staff and students, provides research grants for research activities. Research findings are presented and then published, the directorate is also responsible for technology transfer and operationalization.

TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER AND OPEARATIONALISATION DEPARTMENT
This is a new department within the Directorate of Research and Publications aims to foster a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and knowledge transfer, driving economic growth, societal impact, and value creation from its research endeavors.

TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER OFFICE (TTO)

Mzuzu University establishing a Technology Transfer Office (TTO) to streamline and enhance the technology transfer process. The TTO will serve as a centralized hub for:

  • Technology Identification: Systematically identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing technologies with commercialization potential through rigorous assessment and market analysis.
  • IP Management: Providing expertise in intellectual property management, patent filings, licensing negotiations, IP valuation, and enforcement to protect and monetize innovations.
  • Funding Facilitation: Facilitating access to funding sources, grants, venture capital, and investment opportunities to support technology maturation, market validation, and commercialization efforts.
  • Industry Partnerships: Establishing strategic collaborations, partnerships, and technology transfer agreements with industry players, investors, startups, and entrepreneurs to accelerate technology adoption and market entry.

Through the establishment of the TTO, MZUNI aims to foster a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and knowledge transfer, driving economic growth, societal impact, and value creation from its research endeavors. The TTO will play a pivotal role in translating research outcomes into tangible products, services, and solutions that address real-world challenges and benefit communities, industries, and the global marketplace.

for more information email tto@mzuni.ac.mw

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A student searching for reference material During her final year research project

Research is key

Research contributes to the quality of teaching in the University and vice versa. It also results in the creation of new knowledge which has to be disseminated to the public for the purpose of improving societal well-being and spearhead development. As such the role of the Directorate of Research is to encourage both staff and students in the University to engage in research and produce scholarly publications. The University is building up a collection of such scholarly publications.

Prof Fanuel Kapute

Research Director

kapute.f@mzuni.ac.w