FSSR Research Briefing 2014 Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS) – 1/2014 Oskar Hasdinor Hassan & Rafeah Legino Coordinator Research & Innovation (FSSR) Formgiving Research Group (REI Tier 5) FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 1 (61) Booster • We only have TWO (2) AD Schools in Malaysia !!! 1. The AD UiTM & 2. The REST Including the AD schools in RU • COME and be a LEADER FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 2 (61) FSSR Tentative FRGS 1/2014 – Submission and Evaluation No Date 1 28/01-23/02/2014 2 5/02/2014 3 10/02/2014 Research briefing (2nd round)–FRGS 1/2014 - Auditorium FSSR, 10.00am to 11.00am 4 17/02/2014 Proposal imporvement workshop (1st round) 5 24/02-13/03/2014 6 04/03/2014 7 14/03-16/03/2014 FRGS UiTM Level – 1st round evaluation 8 16/03-26/03/2014 Corrections and improvement of FRGS proposal 9 28/03-30/03/2014 FRGS UiTM Level – 2nd round evaluation RMI 10 03/04/2014 UiTM FRGS proposal finalized RMI 11 07/04-21/04/2014 FRGS proposal submission to MoE RMI FSSR Feb 2014 Item Proposal preparation and submission via IRMIS or office counter FSSR (Attn: Pn Farhana) - Application form http://rmi.uitm.edu.my/form-todownload.html Research briefing (1st round) –FRGS 1/2014 - Auditorium FSSR, 10.00am to 11.00am Action Lecturers Lecturers and Postgraduate Students Lecturers and Postgraduate Students Lecturers MyGrant online application open Lecturers Proposal imporvement workshop (2nd round) Lecturers O.H. Hassan & R. Legino RMI Lecturers 3 (61) MyGrants • http://portal.mygrants.gov.my/main.php FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 4 (61) FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 5 (61) FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 6 (61) MOHE Grant Scheme •Skim Geran Penyelidikan Asas (FRGS) •Penyelidikan yang menghasilkan teori, konsep dan idea baru •Menjawab persoalan “WHY?” dan “HOW?”. •Skim Geran Penyelidikan Eksploratori/Eksperimen (ERGS) •Hasil penemuan boleh dikembangkan kepada projek bersifat gunaan) •Menjawab persoalan “WHAT?” dan “WHERE?”. •Skim Geran Penyelidikan Jangka Panjang (LRGS) •Penyelidikan fundamental yang memerlukan pelaksanaan melebihi 3 tahun tempoh •Skim Geran Penyelidikan Pembangunan Prototaip (PRGS) •Penghasilan produk penyelidikan, tetapi belum sampai ke peringkat pengkomersilan FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 7 (61) Research Characteristics Why? & How? Long-Term FRGS LRGS ERGS What? & Where? PRGS PrototypeDevelopment Why (theory) is this happening ? How (theory) did this happened ? FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 8 (61) Research Characteristics Why? & How? Long-Term FRGS LRGS ERGS What? & Where? PRGS PrototypeDevelopment What happened if we apply this theory ? Where can we apply this theory ? FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 9 (61) Fundamental Research Grant Pure Science Technology & Engineering Applied Science Clinical & Health Science Social Science Acceptable (Basic) Applied Research Arts & Applied Arts Natural Science & National Heritage Weakness : A Very Applied Organization FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 10 (61) FRGS Experience (1/2009 Forms) • Kriteria Asas – Penyelidikan asas yang di pohon merupakan projek yang menghasilkan sesuatu idea/konsep/teori/dasar baru – Hasil penyelidikan yang berpotensi ke arah penyelidikan lanjutan, teknologi or proses terkini – Penyelidikan yang akan menambah baik sesuatu metodologi, teori dan konsep sediada – Penyelidikan yang dapat menghasilkan fakta, maklumat dan pengetahuan baru • Teknologi & Kejuruteraan (Di tolak kerana tidak memenuhi salah satu kriteria berikut) – – – – – Tidak mempunyai pelajar M.Sc/PhD dibawah sekim ransangan ekonomi Penyelidik muda kurang dari lima tahun pengalaman Tidak menepati kriteria fundamental atau penyelidikan asas Tidak lengkap mengikut garispanduan/format Kos melampaui bajet yang di tetapkan FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 11 (61) Kriteria • Penyelidikan yang dipohon mestilah merupakan penyelidikan yang dapat menghasilkan suatu idea/teori/konsep/kaedah/model/proses baru; DAN • Penyelidikan yang dapat menambahbaik sesuatu polisi, metodologi dan model penyelesaian yang sedia ada; ATAU • Penyelidikan yang merangkumi isu-isu kemanusiaan dan kemasyarakatan bagi tujuan peningkatan nilai kehidupan dalam negara dan sejagat; ATAU • Penyelidikan yang berpotensi untuk menyumbang kepada agenda strategik negara. Criteria • Each Fundamental Research Grant Scheme application must satisfy the following criteria:- • The research applied can produce new ideas/theory/concept/method/model/process and develop other research, AND • Research which can improve a particular policy, a method and an existing problem solving methodology OR • Research which encompasses humanities and social science issues intended to improve the values of mankind, and society for purposes of improving quality of life, nationally and globally OR • Research projects which are niche to national strategic projects which can develop a particular industry of national interest. • Projects which have institutional collaboration will be given some weightage. All about Theory FSSR Feb 2014 Collaboration Advantage O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 13 (61) Fundamental Research • Fundamental research is basic research performed for a specific period and it will not produce benefit in the short term. Not a Product • Intended to encourage new ideas/concept /theory which are innovative and latest. Not about Applications • Leading to the advancement of knowledge in the various research areas. All about Basic Theory • Generally the research will focus on: – accumulation of theories; – fundamental structures; and – fundamental processes with the goal of understanding them FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 14 (61) Acceptable Applied Research • Basic Research that could uncover/enhanced national resources for future economic gains – Arts & Applied Arts – Natural Science & National Heritage Acceptable (Basic) Applied Research Arts & Applied Arts FSSR Feb 2014 Natural Science & National Heritage O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 15 (61) Choice of Research Areas • Chemistry – Pure Science – Applied Science Chose closer to your foundation /field of knowledge • ICT/Computer Science – Applied Science – Technology & Engineering FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 16 (61) Competitive Groups FRGS (2/2010) • Professors – A/B/C Expatriate must have permanent local lecturers (collaborators) & local PG • Associate Professors/Senior Lecturers – Gred 51/52/53/54 • Lecturers – Gred 45/Gred 46 FSSR Feb 2014 Contract Lecturers must have permanent local lecturers as collaborator Least Competitive O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 17 (61) Research Proposal • • • • Project Title Objectives Research background Benefits of the project Submission of Authoritative Expert Definite Title – Impact – Outcomes expected • • • • Project structure Organisations involved Linkages Project Team FSSR Feb 2014 Definite Problems Definite Outcomes O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 18 (61) Research Proposal • Experimental design & methodology • Project activities (Plan of action) – Key milestone – Duration of project – Project schedule Committed to Produce New Theory/Technique/Model Committed to Train PG • Project costs Committed to Publish – Manpower – Travelling, Materials, Expenses & Equipments • Ethical considerations (If relevant) FSSR Feb 2014 Conclusive Research O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 19 (61) To Refrain in Title • Avoid applied wording such as; – “Development of…, – Application of…., – Design of….., etc • Restricted scope such as “Malaysian Context”, UiTM context etc – A software for Malaysian Rubber Industry… • Product directions; i.e mapping system, computer based softwares – A new computer-based measurement system … FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 20 (61) To also refrain in title • Anything implying commercial entities – A low-cost automated machine …. • Avoid words that add nothing to a reader's understanding; – Studies on..., – Investigations..., – Research ….. – Some Problems in.... – The effects of … FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 21 (61) Acceptable Titles but Weak • Must have fundamental sense such as; – “Basic study of…, – Theoretical investigation of …, – Mechanism …., etc • The word “New” – New techniques in Measurements … • The word “Algorithms” – Search algorithms for …. FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 22 (61) Acceptable but Weak Title • • • • • • • • Fundamental Study …. New Model …. Novel Theory …. Theoretical Investigation … Potential of … Modelling of .. Assessing … A Performance Analysis … FSSR Feb 2014 Reduce Multi-Parameter Increase in Depth Pilot Study not Width Outcome : Applied Research as Future O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 23 (61) Project Title Test 1: Google • Must reflect the work that you would like to do – Specific Focus and Unique (Not too general) Test 2 : Google Scholar • Gives the impression as to the level of work/ intensiveness of work worthy of the type of grant proposed. • Signify the status of research that will be performed – original or value added – lab based, fundamental Test 3 : ISI Search • Signify the area of expertise that you would like to develop for the country – If you are involved at the National Level FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino Peer Review 24 (61) Other Researchers (Recommended) • For new researchers, include experienced researchers and vice versa. Non-PhD new PI : Compulsory – Minimum two researcher – Suggest three (3) researchers in team, maximum of five (5). Others : Option – A balanced team would be desirable as it would reflect the team’s track record. Don’t forget to include CV. • Senior Head/Junior Collaborator • Junior Head/Senior Collaborator • No PhD (Find One) FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 25 (61) Research Collaborations • University Linkages (Academics) – – – – – Inter-University Inter-campus Inter-faculty Inter-department Inter-fields within department • Industry Linkages (Preferred for TechnoFund) • Researchers – Other Staff Members – Other Universities – Others FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 26 (61) Executive Summary • Executive Summary – Abstract of Work Proposed – Do not write a thesis on this. This is an abstract of 300 words (FRGS) – Include the background of research, objectives, research methodology and expected outcomes from the research project • Concise and compact • No citation Concise & Compact – Very important as evaluators tend to only read this when time is limited. May not even read further if summary is poorly written FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 27 (61) Research Background • Literature Review summary – impact-oriented/value added – guide towards producing original research / value added research – Short but thorough enough – Consistency with the whole content – Quote the relevant references • (not more than 15 (12 to 15); preferably 30% from last 18 months) • At least one paper Jan 2012 FSSR Feb 2014 Observe Reference O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 28 (61) Research Background (Major Components) • Introduction – Literature Review Summary including work of others – Some relevant background to solutions • Problem Statement/Research Questions – Problems to solve – Questions to answer Gaps in Theory / Unraveling of Phenomena • Hypothesis to Solutions – Solutions to problems – Answers to Research Questions Significance Solutions & Hypothesis • Significance and Uniqueness in work – Advantage, Simplifications, Impact FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 29 (61) Research Methodology • Describe how you plan to carry it out Flow Chart – Include a flow chart – Must have a Gantt Chart – Milestone for every 6 months Gantt Chart/Milestone • Include all relevant details such as – What do you plan to do – How ? – Study area Equipment Used in Method • where you plan to study/collect samples from – Equipment used – Where you plan to do – Sample size / No of tests to be done Statistics if Applicable • Is it statistically significant ? • Sample size is important since it has a bearing on project costs. • Do you need approval from government ministries to do the work. If yes, attach the approval letter. FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 30 (61) Equipment in Research Methodology 3. Implementation of Experimental Verifications • To verify validity of the proposed technique, basic test equipments including; volt-meter, ammeter, wattmeter together with basic DC supply for controller will be used. • A frequency generator will be used to generate test waveforms. A special DC supply (600V, 10A) will be used to provide the DC rail voltage for inverter operation. • A new high sampling oscilloscope will be used to record waveforms presenting the performance and behavior of the proposed work that includes; FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 31 (61) Outcome (Human Capital & Publication) Human Capital • Three (3)- year project – Is required to train at least one (1) Ph.D student/2 Master. OR • Two (2)-year project:- Recommended Another Master – Is required to train one (1) Masters students. 1 Overseas Conference • Publication – Minimum three indexed publications At least 1 Local Conference FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 32 (61) Budget (FRGS) • Follow Guidelines • Vote 11000 - Salary and wages (Only GRA) – Ph.D : RM2000.00 – M.Sc : RM1500.00 • Vote 21000 - Travelling Expenses and Subsistence • (Not to Exceed 40% of Project Cost) – Overseas conference : 20% (<RM15,000) – Overseas field trip/data collection : 40% of total cost Ceiling Per Annum = RM100,000 • Rentals (V 24000) – Equipments etc /Software licenses Reduce 20 – 30% for SSP & Non Material Research FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 33 (61) Budget (2) • Vote 27000 - Research Materials & Supplies (Including Animals, Disposables, etc) – Includes special documents • Minor modifications and repairs (V 28000) – Repairs of equipments/renovations • Vote 29000 – (max 10%) – Professional Services, Training for subjects for 3 Weeks to 3 Months & other services including printing & hospitality, Honorarium for subjects. Ceiling 10% of project costs • Special equipment, accessories (V 35000) – Indicate in Research Methodology where equipment is used. – (Not more than 40%) Not more than 40% of project costs FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 34 (61) Budget (Guidelines) • Minimise purchase of Equipment • Research Assistants (Salary and Wages) – Young Lecturer without Ph.D • (1 M.Sc x RM1.5K x 24 months = RM36,000) – PhD Holder (3 years) • (1 PhD x RM2K x 36 months = RM72,000) • (1 M.Sc x RM1.5K x 24 months = RM36,000) • Commit to present paper overseas – Allocate RM15,000.00 for travelling (vote 21000) – Allocate fees > RM5000 for fees (vote 29000) FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 35 (61) Not about solving World Problems FRGS Structure of Proposal About Solving Basic Theory About Flaws/Gaps in Basic Theory Remove Association with Applications FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 36 (61) Critical Proposal Component • Project title – One line summary of research To solve problems • Objectives – Key outline of activities in research – Recommended to limit to 3 items ( more than RM200,000) – Limit to 2 (less than RM200,000) Problems to overcome • Problem Statement/Research Questions – No of items to match objectives • Research Methodology – Maximum 7 Activities (2 years) – Maximum 9 activities (3 years) FSSR Feb 2014 Approach to Solutions O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 37 (61) Roof Leak (Simple Example) • Problem Statement/Research Questions – There is a leak in the roof of your house Problems to overcome • Objectives – To seal the roof leak using a ROOF SEALANT To solve problems • Project title – Implementation of solution to roof leak in your house using roof sealant • Research Methodology Include Objectives & Method – Go to a hardware shop; buy a sealant – Find a ladder to climb the roof – Seal the leak Approach to Solutions FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 38 (61) Research Questions • How to seal the leaking roof ? – Objectives : To define the method/technique on sealing a ROOF LEAK • Why is the roof leaking ? • Objectives : To investigate a leak in the roof FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 39 (61) Problem Statement andObjectives Objectives Problem Statement and Two Objectives with Two Solutions FSSR Feb 2014 Oskar (Feb O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 40 (61) Main Background FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 41 (61) Background Submission in Jan 2012 / Reference in Dec 2012 (Impact Factor Pub) FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 42 (61) Background Significance to World & Malaysia FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 43 (61) Latest Reference Submission in December/Reference in Nov 2009 (Impact Factor Pub) FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 44 (61) Objective VS Problems Observe the link of Problem Statement & Hypothesis VS Objectives FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 45 (61) Expected Results Minimum 3 Paper Average 4 Paper FSSR Feb 2014 Performance 5/6 papers O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 46 (61) Expected Results Very generic applications and leading to applied research Tentative Postgraduate Titles FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 47 (61) Executive Summary (1) Background & Problem Objectives Method FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. LeginoOutcome 48 (61) Applied Research (National Heritage) Executive Summary Nowadays, increasing number of populations, industries and agricultural activities in Malaysia produced large amounts of organic wastes such as sewage sludge, livestock manure, industrial sludges and others thus creating economical and environmental problems. Background & Problem Thereby, this research is an attempt to promote proper waste management via organic fertilizer production applying earthworms assisted bioremediation technique. Specifically, this research objectives are i) to study the potential of various types of sludges, animal and agricultural wastes as organic fertilizer using vermiculture technology and ii) to determine earthworms basic chemical properties that suitable for medicinal purposes and iii) to investigate the antioxidant, anti-aging and skin-whitening properties of earthworms extract for cosmeceutical application. Objectives Pot trial experiment will be conducted under greenhouse conditions involving 5 types of sludge, 5 types of worm species and 4 types of organic wastes with 4 replicates and 6 mixtures ratios for each treatment levels using factorial arrangement of treatment design. Physico-chemical analysis including heavy metals accumulation in the vermicompost, sludge and earthworms bioactive ingredients will be analysed using atomic absorption spectrophotometer and high performance liquid chromatograpy. Method At the end of the experiment, it is expected that we will discover the potential ability of different types of sludge produced in Malaysia as an organic fertilizer using vermiculture approach. In addition, the ultimate aim is to produce high quality of sludge-based vermicompost and get basic knowledge of earthworm potential use for human healthcare. Outcome FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 49 (61) Activity 3 to 9 months 1. Completion of evaluation of multiplex primers for MB and DNA-dipstick Completion of evaluation of detection formats for MB and DNA-dipstick Selection of final MB and DNA-dipstick formats: Field Trials using clinical specimens(Activity) – 6. Designed and purchased of primers and probes for MB and DNA-dipstick Evaluation and parameter determination of detection formats for MB and DNAdipstick (Activity) – 5. Commissioning of Real-time PCR machine Evaluation and parameter determination of multiplex primers for MB and DNAdipstick (Activity) – 4. Milestone : Once every 6 months Jan-June/Jul-Dec Design and purchase of primers and probes for MB and DNA-dipstick (Activity) – 3. (Life-Science Applications) Purchase of reagents and equipments (Activity) – 2. Key Activity & Milestone Review and selection of final MB and DNA-dipstick formats Field Trials using clinical specimens(Activity) – Completion of field trials FSSR Feb 2014 Source : Prof Asma USM O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 50 (61) Key Activity & Milestone (Engineering Applications) Activity 3 to 9 months FSSR Feb 2014 Milestone : Once every 6 months Jan-June/Jul-Dec O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 51 (61) Phrases • The proposed topology and its synthesis will be verified through a series of design simulations, prototypes fabrication and measurements. – Implying product • The proposed topology and its synthesis will be investigated through a series of computer simulations, fabricated and verified experimentally. – Only experimental verifications FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino Improvements 52 (61) Titles FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 53 (61) Title Analysis • On Combining an Orthogonal Space Time Turbo Trellis Codes and Continuous Phase Modulation Using New Channel State Information Algorithm (ERGS) – Channel State Information Continuous Phase Modulation Orthogonal Space Time Turbo Trellis Codes (FRGS) – Channel State Information Continuous Phase Modulation Orthogonal Space Time Turbo Trellis Codes Using New Channel State Information Algorithm (ERGS) • Parameter 1 : On Combining an Orthogonal Space Time Turbo Trellis Codes • Parameter 2 : Continuous Phase Modulation Multi Parameter ERGS FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 54 (61) Other Words/Phrase to Refrain • Words to refrain from too much emphasis • Optimization / Hybrid • There is a growing trend .. • Limiting Scope – Malaysia, Selangor, Shah Alam • Applied Scope : Specifics VS Generic – Alzheimer, Parkinson, Autism VS Brain Impairment FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 55 (61) SSP Titles • Physiological and Hematological Stress Response to Video-game Playing Among Adolescents in Malaysia (ERGS) – Adolescents Video-game Playing Physiological Stress Response (FRGS) – Adolescents Video-game Playing Hematological Stress Response (FRGS) • Financial Fraud Risks and Internal Control System of Malaysian Companies : Extending the Fraud Triangle Theory to Fraud Diamond Theory – Fraud Diamond Theory (FRGS) – Identification of Fraud Diamond Theory in Financial Fraud Risks of Malaysian Companies (ERGS) – Characterisation of Fraud Diamond Theory in Internal Control System of Malaysian Companies (ERGS) FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 56 (61) SSP Titles • A New Corporate Efficiency Performance Measurement Model Based on Data Envelopment Analysis Technique – Corporate Efficiency Performance Measurement Model Based on Data Envelopment Analysis Technique (ERGS) – Data Envelopment Corporate Efficiency Performance Measurement Model (FRGS) • Modelling Sukuk Structures by using Embedded Options as a Risk Mitigation Technique – Embedded Options Risk Mitigation Sukuk Structures Model (FRGS) – Modelling Sukuk Structures by using Risk Mitigation Technique Embedded Options (ERGS) – Modelling Sukuk Structures based on Risk Mitigation Technique Embedded Options (ERGS) FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 57 (61) Social Science • Survey to verify exploratory research not too much survey content • Look at positive values for model/theory/policy than problem to achieve – (advantage model) • No data collection overseas & scope • Refrain from comparative studies FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 58 (61) Things to observe • • • • • • • • • Completeness of forms Title does not reflect applied/exploratory Executive summary has FRGS emphasis Elements of Basic Research in other parts Accuracy of budget Postgraduate supervision & outcomes Significance/Uniqueness of work Emphasis on HOW & WHY in research questions More references on basic research (reduced applied papers) FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 59 (61) Research Proposal Alignment Title Problem Statement / Research Question Objectives Hypothesis (MyGrants) Methodology Expected Outcomes FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 60 (61) Exercise for Today Title PS/RQ Objectives Hypothesis Methodology Expected outcome FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 61 (61) Thank You for Your Attention Do not submit Guarantee Unsuccessful Submit pun belum tentu dapat Questions & Discussion FSSR Feb 2014 O.H. Hassan & R. Legino 62 (61)
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