Target area:	Linking Higher Education & Society
Sub-target area:	Structural Instruments for Research and Development
Target countries:	Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia
Duration:	15/10/2011 -14/10/2014
Partners:	University of Sarajevo (applicant/coordinator) University of Mostar University of Novi Sad State University of Novi Pazar Polytechnic University of Tirana University of Shkodra “Luigj Gurakuqi” University of Montenegro Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster University Paris 8 Vincennes - St. Denis Vaasan Yliopisto Federal Ministry of Education and Science Ministry of Education and Sport
Budget line:	Tempus IV

Project description

The general goal of the project “Researching Quality and Quality in Research – QiR” is to promote the conversion of Western-Balkan Countries research standards with those of the EU member states, i.e. to meet the goals formulated in the Lisbon Convention and to fulfil the aims of the Bologna Process. This is done by various measures, most notably:

• The introduction of quality assurance in scientific research in the target region
• The development of international relations and fostering networking activities among the scientific community
• The support of the research work of young scientific researcher at the PCUs in order to strengthen their capacities and skills

The definition, development and implementation of quality standards in research are in line with European and international regulations. High quality research activities therefore not only help to increase the universities’ reputation but also largely contribute to the competitiveness of the national innovation system of their countries. The project especially aims at fostering the research activities of Young Scientific Researcher of the SEE Region, which is a direct investment in the development of the academic staff (Human Resource Development).