Overview of the Directorate

It is expected that research output will have implications on the lives of humans directly or indirectly. Thus, researchers at Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto are expected to generate ideas and research that can be commercialised to contribute towards national interest and development. In the process, staff and students are expected to comply with relevant contractual agreements and conditions for the full utilisation and commercialisation of research output,

Directorate Responsibility & Activities

Research Development

The university strives to maintain the highest scientific and ethical standards in research and development. It seeks to promote innovative research that will lead to applicable results.

Innovation

The University shall promote new ideas and practices that lead to the creation of new processes, systems, technologies, products and methods. The university shall also champion the implementation of these new processes, systems, technologies, products and methods, especially in teaching and everyday living.

Commercialisation

The University shall provide an enabling environment that will encourage researchers to convert their discoveries into products that can be marketed for revenue generation, job creation, and improvement in well-being..

Management & Directorate Team

Prof. L. S. Bilbis

VC, Usmanu Danfodiyo University

Prof. Yusuf Saidu

DVC, Research, Innovation & Development

Prof. A. M. Bayawa

Director, Directorate of Research, Innovation & Development

News & Bulletin from the directorate

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