The Role of Data Management in Namibia’s Research Ecosystem by Dr Nhlanhla Lupahla - NCRST

Описание: Dr Nhlanhla Lupahla, General Manager for Research, Science, Technology, and Innovation Coordination and Support (RSTICS) at the
National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST) delivered a presentation on National Research and Development (R&D) Data Management at the Tertiary Education Sector Strategic Engagement Gathering in July 2023.
The presentation focused on the critical role of data management in Namibia’s research ecosystem and the NCRST's mandate to coordinate and promote R&D.
Key Themes of the Presentation
• NCRST Data Infrastructure: Dr Lupahla detailed the development of an online grant management system and a research registration portal designed to streamline research proposals and project tracking.
• Strategic Data Use: The discussion emphasised leveraging research data to facilitate evidence-based policy formulation and informed decision-making.
• Data Integrity and Reproducibility: Highlighting best practices for efficient data collection, storage, and security to ensure scientific findings are transparent and reproducible.
• National R&D Indicators: The presentation likely touched upon the 2022 National Research and Experimental Development (R&D) Survey, which monitors Gross Domestic Expenditure on R&D (GERD) and researcher numbers in Namibia.
• Collaborative Ecosystem: Dr Lupahla underscored the importance of NCRSTinitiatives in strengthening research capacity and fostering linkages between academia, industry, and government to drive inclusive growth.
Event Context
The Tertiary Education Sector Strategic Engagement Gathering was held from 26 to 28 July 2023 at the Mercure Hotel in Windhoek. It served as a platform for stakeholders to align higher education and R&D infrastructure with national development goals, such as the National Development Plan 6 (NDP6).