>> The Directorate of Research and Publication The Institute of Agriculture and Animal Sciences (IAAS), an integral part of Tribhuvan University was established in 1972.  One of the three main objectives of IAAS is to conduct basic and adaptive researches and publish their results along with the production of medium and high level technical manpower in Agriculture and Veterinary sciences to meet the needs of Nepal and dissemination of the research findings through outreach programs.  Formally, research activities at IAAS began in 1977 when a ‘Research Committee’ was organized under the Dean of the Institute. One secretary was appointed from among the members of the Research Committee to carry out its duties and responsibilities. In 1987, the committee was reformed as per the Tribhuvan University Regulations, Section 312 (1986). The duties and responsibilities of the Research Committee are to: 1. Formulate research policies and coordinate research activities at IAAS;           2. Prioritize research programs, maintain standards for research and provide financial assistance and  technical guidance to the IAAS scientists; 3. Review and approve research proposals of faculties and students for funding and 4. Supervise the internally and externally funded research projects. In 1989, the IAAS created a Directorate of Research and Publication (DOR) to assist the Research Committee in carrying out its duties and responsibilities. The establishment of DOR is an internal arrangement within IAAS. The office is headed by a Director. The Director is assisted by a Deputy Director. The funds internally generated by IAAS or the grant money received from internal or external funding agencies on meritorious basis are the only resources being used for the research programs. At present, more than 50 internally, nationally and internationally funded research programs are in operation Contact: admin@iaas.edu.np    DOR Administration Mr. Narendra Kumar Chaudhary Director     Dr. Dharma Raj Dangol Deputy Director