Pan-African Institute of Research and Innovation

Scientific Committee on Research Ethics and Integrity

Focus: Upholding ethical standards and integrity in research.

• Accountability: Reports directly to PIRI’s Director of Programs, maintaining transparent records of reviews and investigations.

• Mandate: Ensure scientific conduct aligns with global norms and African contexts.

• Key Objectives:
  • Develop and review ethics policies for research integrity.
  • Provide training on ethical research practices, data management, and informed consent.
  • Conduct ethical reviews of research proposals and investigate misconduct complaints.
  • Promote awareness through workshops and collaborate with international ethics bodies.

• Structure: Multidisciplinary experts (scientists, ethicists, legal professionals) led by an elected Coordinator, supported by the secretariat.

Scientific Committee on Environment and Energy Transition

Focus: Advancing sustainability and low-carbon solutions in Africa.

• Mandate: Drive research, innovation, and collaboration in environment and energy transition.

• Key Objectives:
  • Prioritize research areas aligned with the SDGs and African Union’s Agenda 2063.
  • Facilitate partnerships between academia, policymakers, and international organizations.
  • Offer evidence-based policy advice and support capacity building through workshops/conferences.

• Key Responsibilities:
  • Set research agendas, evaluate proposals for funding, and foster technology transfer.
  • Build regional/international networks to enhance scientific cooperation.

• Composition: Renowned experts in environment and energy transition, coordinated by a leading scientist.

• Reporting: Submits annual reports to the PIRI Director of Programs, highlighting project impacts and policy recommendations.

Scientific Committee on Peace, Security, and Governance

Focus: Strengthening inclusive and sustainable societies through evidence-based solutions.

• Mandate: Address African challenges in peacebuilding, security, and good governance.

• Key Objectives:
  • Conduct high-impact research on conflict resolution, governance, and sustainable development.
  • Connect researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to share knowledge and best practices.
  • Provide policy guidance to governments and international bodies for inclusive solutions.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Define research priorities and promote interdisciplinary collaborations.
  • Review proposals, ensure research quality, and disseminate findings through publications/conferences.
  • Monitor research impact and advocate for evidence-based policies.

• Composition: Eminent scholars and practitioners with expertise in peace studies, gender-diverse and globally engaged.

• Reporting: Submits annual reports to the PIRI’s Director of Programs.