Evaluation Criteria

Sub-Commission and Reviewer Evaluation Criteria

ORIGINALITY (30 Points)

The project aims to develop a new technology, a new scientific method, or a new conceptual/theoretical framework.The project has the potential to be published in journals or books indexed in international databases.The originality of the project has been demonstrated through a comprehensive literature review.The hypotheses have been carefully formulated to investigate the research topic, and alternative approaches have been considered.The explanation and analysis of the expected outcomes clearly demonstrate the project's superiority over the existing literature and current scientific and technological knowledge.The proposal accurately identifies gaps in the current literature/science and technology and/or weaknesses, deficiencies, or errors in existing theories and methods.The literature review clearly defines the current state of scientific and technological knowledge related to the research topic and explicitly identifies the objectives and hypotheses showing how the project will advance beyond the current level.The project has the potential to be presented at international symposiums, congresses, and conferences.

IMPACT (30 Points)

The project has the potential to serve as a basis for future research projects.The project has the potential to motivate and inspire young researchers.The project topic aligns with national research priorities.The project has the potential to contribute to Türkiye’s leading role in the international arena.The project has received or has the potential to receive support from international/national funding sources or industry.The project has the potential to contribute to the country's sustainable development.The project has the potential to strengthen the country's scientific and technological research capacity, including research infrastructure, researcher training and development, employment opportunities, and the acquisition of new and critical competencies.The project has a high potential to generate outputs such as publications, patents, awards, competition achievements, or conference papers.The project has the potential to contribute to the scientific and technological research capacity of the institution where the research will be conducted.

FEASIBILITY (30 Points)

The infrastructure, environment, and facilities of the unit where the project will be conducted are adequate.Any additional equipment requested within the project scope is compatible with the existing infrastructure and project objectives.The requested equipment is suitable for long-term use and can support multiple projects.The methods have been clearly and accurately described (detailed procedures are not required), and/or appropriate references to the literature or standard methodologies have been provided.The selected methods include the necessary variables to test the proposed hypotheses.Alternative approaches (contingency plans or “Plan B”) have been considered in case the selected methods do not yield the expected progress.The research design and selected methods are appropriate for achieving the stated objectives.

DURATION (5 Points)

The proposed project duration is realistic.The proposed work schedule is realistic and feasible.

BUDGET (5 Points)

The proposed budget is realistic.The budget justification has been adequately explained.There is potential for obtaining financial or in-kind support from other organizations.