University Research Committee (URC)

The University Research Committee is responsible for the development of research at the university. It monitors research policies, research support, research quality and plans in relation to all research activities at Fiji National University.

 

URC Members
Chair, Professor Roland De Marco, Pro Vice Chancellor Research & Innovation
Dr Donald Wilson, Associate Dean Research, College of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences
Dr Deeksha Krishna, Associate Dean Research, College of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry
Professor Todd Dennis, Associate Dean Research, College of Engineering, Science & Technology
Dr Sakul Kundra, Associate Dean Research, College of Humanities and Education
Dr Avanish Shukla, Associate Dean Research, College of Business, Hospitality and Tourism Studies

Professorial Members
Professor Paul Iji, Dean College of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry
Professor Tibor Pasinszki, Dean College of Engineering, Science & Technology

Early Career Researcher Members
Dr Shiu Kumar, Assistant Professor, College of Engineering, Science & Technology
Dr Ronesh Sharma, Assistant Professor, College of Engineering, Science & Technology

Ex Officio Members
Director Finance – Mr. Nilesh Prasad
University Librarian – Dr Udya Shukla
Director Human Resources – Professor John Chelliah

HDR Student Representative
Mr. Mohammed Iqbal – Director Planning & Management (FNUSA)
TBA

Secretary
Grants & Ethics Officer, Research Office