Agricultural Research Management [Hardcover]

Quite simply, this is required reading for anyone involved in managing agricultural research. With a wealth of practical solutions and advice, it offers a how-to guide for managers as well as highlighting the differences in the way that different nations approach this key area of research  one of the most widespread forms of inquiry in the world. The lessons that can be learned from this brilliant study apply in equal measure to developed and developing nations.

Agricultural research is one of the most widespread forms of organized research in the world, in both developed and developing countries. Management of agricultural research involves many decisions that have scientific, social and political consequences. Every country has established agricultural research priorities based on many complex factors that must be considered when decisions are made on the choice of research problems to be investigated. Resources must be divided among projects that often compete for the limited funding available that supports the total research enterprise.

This book will provide those individuals who manage research with methods and procedures that can be used in their management organization.

Preface. Contributors. Part 1. General. 1. The Mission of Agricultural Research; G. Loebenstein, G. Thottappilly. 2. The Mission and Evolution of International Agricultural Research in Developing Countries; F.J. Morales. 3. Considerations for Determining Research Priorities: Learning Cycles and Impact Pathways; M.C.S. Bantilan, J.D.H. Keatinge. 4. Creating an Effective Process to Define, Approve and Review the Research Agenda for Institutions in the Developing World; R. Ortiz, J. Crouch. 5. The Research Department and Institute; S. Navarro, G. Loebenstein. 6. Leadership in Agricultural Research Management; J. dArros Hughes. 7. Bioethics in Agricultural Research and Research Management; A. Fossey. 8. The Contribution of Information and Col3#