Sulaimani Polytechnic University announces its strong commitment to advancing high-quality, professional, and socially impactful research
In this context, the university supports the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment and the principles of Responsible Research Assessment. These emphasize that research evaluation should not rely solely on journal-based metrics such as the Impact Factor, but should also consider:
. Scientific quality of research
. Innovation
. Social impact
. Diversity of scholar contributions
The university is also committed to promoting equity and transparency, as well as providing training for academic staff and research evaluators.
SPU believes that this approach strengthens research culture and enhances the effectiveness of academic work in serving society.
Accordingly, Sulaimani Polytechnic University has officially joined the global community of institutions that support high-quality and impactful research as can be seen in the following platforms:
