Scientific Research Unit
Excellence in research is one of the core visions of the College of Medicine at Shaqra. The Scientific Research Unit was established to achieve research excellence among the faculty members and students. With support from internal and external collaborations, our faculty help spur advancements in a variety of diverse areas, ranging from drug discovery and new management strategies for various ailments. It remains incredibly important that society realizes the benefits of our research, which will support the Kingdom's Vision 2030.
Dr. Aslam Pathan, Ph.D. MANF
Head, Scientific Research Unit
Email: dr.aslam@su.edu.sa
Vision Statement of Scientific Research Unit
To be a center for innovative and impactful medical research that advances health outcomes, fosters scientific excellence, and contributes to the realization of Saudi Vision 2030 through a vibrant culture of discovery, collaboration, and ethical inquiry.
Mission Statement of Scientific Research Unit
The Scientific Research Unit is dedicated to promoting and supporting high-quality medical and health sciences research within the College of Medicine by:
- Fostering a research-oriented culture among faculty and students.
- Facilitating interdisciplinary and community-oriented research aligned with national health priorities.
- Providing mentorship, training, and technical support to strengthen research skills and productivity.
- Encouraging collaboration with local and international institutions for knowledge exchange and innovation.
- Ensuring adherence to ethical standards, integrity, and scientific rigor in all research endeavors.
Core Values
- Excellence: Commitment to high academic and scientific standards.
- Integrity: Upholding honesty, transparency, and ethical responsibility.
- Innovation: Encouraging creativity and novel ideas in research.
- Collaboration: Building multidisciplinary partnerships within and beyond the university.
- Impact: Conducting research that addresses community and national health needs.
Strategic Objectives
- Increase faculty and student participation in research projects and publications.
- Enhance the visibility and citation impact of the college’s research output.
- Establish thematic research clusters in key medical domains.
- Develop strong collaborations with national research centers and healthcare institutions.
- Integrate research into undergraduate and postgraduate medical education.
Tasks of the Scientific Research Unit
- Preparing the annual reports and forms for scientific research.
- Executing the tasks or tasks assigned to him by the Dean.
- Implementation of the college policy for scientific research and follow-up.
- Supervising the development of the research strategy and setting up mechanisms for its implementation in the college
- Coordination with the Deanship of Scientific Research at the University and faculty members, and the students of the College of Medicine.
- Review the proposals submitted by the departments for ethical approvals and grants.
- Coordination with scientific societies and research centers, if any, to enhance the college's role in scientific research.
Research Day-2025
Research Day-2024
Research Day-2023
Research Day-2022
Research Annual Report 2024-2025
Research Annual Report 2024-2025
Research Annual Report 2023-2024
Research Annual Report 2023-2024
Research Annual Report 2022-2023
Research Annual Report 2022-2023
Research Annual Report 2021-2022
Academic Year 2021-2022
Research Annual Report 2020-2021
Academic Year 2020-2021
Research Annual Report 2019-2020
Academic Year 2019-2020
Research Annual Report 2018-2019
Academic Year 2018-2019
Research Plan 2022-2023
Research Plan for the Scientific Research Unit
Alignment of Research Plan
Alignment of Strategic goals and objectives of the Scientific Research at Shaqra University with Research Plan of the Scientific Research Unit at College of Medicine, Shaqra
Research Priorities of Scientific Research Unit 2022-2023
Research Priorities
Research Ethical Approval Forms and Procedure
Please follow the forms & procedure constructed by DSR at the University: https://www.su.edu.sa/en/deanships/deanship-scientific-research/standing-committee-ethics-scientific-research/ethicalapproval
Ethical Approval Request Procedure
- Please register with the National Bioethics Committee here: https://ncbeportal.kacst.edu.sa/en-US/Account/Login
- Pass the online course provided by the National Bioethics Committee and obtain the certificate.
- Access the Electronic Scientific Research Services Portal here: https://dsrprograms.su.edu.sa
- The electronic form should be completed by the researcher (incomplete forms will not be accepted).
- The NCBE certificate along with the supporting documents (Signed Application Form, Signed and Stamped Questionaries, and Signed and Stamped Consent Form) should be attached to the application, depending on the type of study.
- The application is reviewed by the Secretariat of the Committee for Scientific Research Ethics to ensure the necessary requirements are met.
- The application is referred to reviewers to assess its ethical suitability before presenting it to the committee.
- The application is presented to the committee if all the necessary requirements are met and any notes or modifications have been addressed (if applicable).
- The ethical approval decision is issued after completing all the necessary procedures and approval. The principal researcher is electronically notified of the committee's decision through the system.
Research Day 2025
The College of Medicine and Scientific Research Unit at Shaqra University organized the Third Research Day for the Medicine students.
Date: 22nd April 2025
Venue: Administration Building, Ground Floor, Shaqra University.
X.com Link: https://x.com/ShaqraUni/status/1914728912879300885?t=glPnumeAKLw2tn0wPG… =08
Research Day-2024
Research Day-2024
The College of Medicine and Scientific Research Unit at Shaqra University organized the Third Research Day for the Medicine students.
Date: 19th May 2024
Venue: Administration Building, Ground Floor, Shaqra University.
Link: https://x.com/shaqrauni/status/1792223646590575032?s=46&t=9TNddR1IxBSs7nZ1zpMeTg
Research Day-2023
The College of Medicine and Scientific Research Unit at Shaqra University organized the Second Research Day for the Medicine, Pharmacy & Applied Medical Sciences students.
Date: 04th May 2023
Venue: Administration Building, Ground Floor, Shaqra University.
Live Broadcast link Twitter: https://twitter.com/SU_cmm/status/1654093674064539649?s=20
Rector Speech: https://twitter.com/ShaqraUni/status/1654234081809293314?s=20
Dean Speech: https://twitter.com/shaqrauni/status/1654234169428377607?s=46&t=9TNddR1IxBSs7nZ1zpMeTg
Brief Video: https://twitter.com/ShaqraUni/status/1654160570172551170?s=20
Research Day-2022
The Scientific Research Unit at the College of Medicine, Shaqra University Organized the Research Day 2022 for the Medicine students.
Date:30th March 2022
Venue: Administration Building, Ground Floor, Shaqra University.
Twitter Broadcast link for Research Day 2022: https://twitter.com/shaqrauni/status/1509133018912509958? s=46&t=AU0GA_7rJdZI7Yl9t-CcQw
Research Day-2023 Proceedings
Research Day-2023 Proceedings: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eey1XJIbePBRP6xuhF7DXGWY_b8o_MVr/view?…
Ethical Approval Application 1
Questionnaires Survey Study (Minimal Risk)
Ethical Approval Application 2
Scientific experiments on humans, animals, plants, cell line, or microorganisms
Consent Form (English)
Consent Form should be submitted with Ethical Approval Application
Consent Form (Arabic)
Consent Form should be submitted with Ethical Approval Application