Translation of Goals, Vision, and Mission

Objectives

1. Identifying risk factors for non-communicable diseases (NCDs)

1.1.    Studying and developing a data system for research projects on NCDs and preventive interventions

1.2.    Modeling individual and social factors affecting NCDs

1.3.    Modeling genetic factors affecting NCDs

1.4.    Modeling environmental factors affecting NCDs

1.5.    Determining temporal trends of NCD incidence

1.6.    Developing a roadmap for priority research projects aimed at policy-making for NCD control

1.7.    Contributing to the development of NCD control policies

2. Identifying risk factors for injuries and accidents

2.1.    Studying and evaluating existing databases related to research projects on injuries and accidents

2.2.    Developing a comprehensive research information system in the field of injuries and accidents

2.3.    Modeling individual and social factors influencing injuries and accidents

Vision

This center aims to, within the next five years, become one of the leading research centers in the country and the region in the field of disease analysis and modeling. It seeks to provide a suitable platform for specialized research and innovation in statistical sciences and disease modeling, and to become a reliable center for consultation and policy-making at national, regional, and international levels.

Mission

•        Producing knowledge and empowering researchers, as well as training skilled human resources in designing and implementing research projects

•        Training human resources in research design and implementation

•        Educating specialized and efficient professionals to foster the growth and development of knowledge-based companies

•        Training research-oriented students at postgraduate levels

•        Contributing to knowledge production and the development and application of modern statistical models

•        Developing human resources by identifying and recruiting faculty members for the center

•        Establishing the organizational and administrative structure of the center

•        Recruiting the necessary personnel according to the organizational structure

•        Developing human resources by identifying and attracting interested research staff

•        Creating a suitable platform for admitting Ph.D. candidates in research-oriented programs

•        Establishing communication and collaboration with research centers inside and outside the country

•        Creating a platform for hosting international seminars

•        Collaborating with research centers abroad

•        Cooperating with international organizations such as the World Health Organization

•        Localizing and operationalizing information to meet the needs of researchers