Euclid University (EUCLID) is dedicated to fostering a robust research culture aligned with its academic mission. As outlined in the Research Policy, included in the Compiled Handbook of Policies, the university emphasizes high-quality, impactful research that advances knowledge in policy, governance, law, economics, and development studies. The policy promotes ethical research practices, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the dissemination of research outcomes that contribute to the global academic community.
EUCLID has a formally established EIRB (Institutional Ethics and Research Review Board). This structure is every important but also rarely used as EUCLID does not encourage students to engage in any interventions or experimentations etc on human or animal subjects. Instead, EUCLID encourages more theoretical interdisciplinary research or research on existing data and/or interviews. Even interviews may require clearance, but EUCLID does not support research involving medical interventions.
A key component of EUCLID’s research strategy is its emphasis on cooperation with other academic and research institutions. This is particularly true within the framework of the Euclid Consortium, which includes EUCLID, EULER University, the Palo Alto Institute of Technology, the University of Bangui, UL Burkina, the University of the Comoros, and the University Gaston Berger. Through these partnerships, EUCLID fosters a cooperative research environment where joint initiatives, shared resources, and mutual academic support enrich research across various fields.
EUCLID also maintains a Research Output Document that compiles a comprehensive list of publications from its faculty and students. This document provides a detailed record of the university’s research achievements, showcasing the contributions made by the academic community to the broader field of knowledge.
In addition to its collaborative efforts, EUCLID has established its own academic journal, the Intergovernmental Research and Policy Journal (IRPJ), which publishes research related to international relations, governance, policy, and development. The journal serves as a platform for scholarly discourse and is an integral part of the university’s mission to contribute to global policy discussions. The IRPJ is accessible through its dedicated website, providing an online space for the academic community to engage with and contribute to ongoing research initiatives.
Through these efforts, EUCLID strengthens its research capacity, enhances its academic profile, and ensures that its research initiatives remain globally relevant and impactful.
