Dr. Hailu Fikadu
Dear Website Visitor,
Welcome to the Office of the Vice President for Research and Technology Transfer (VPRTT) at Arsi University.
Thank you for visiting our webpage and for your interest in the University’s research, innovation, community engagement, and technology transfer activities. The VPRTT Office serves as a key pillar of the University, supporting its mission of generating knowledge, fostering innovation, and contributing to sustainable development through impactful research and community engagement.
We are committed to promoting high-quality research, strengthening university-industry collaboration, advancing technology transfer, and ensuring that research outputs contribute meaningfully to societal development. Through strategic partnerships and multidisciplinary approaches, we strive to bridge the gap between academia, industry, and the community.
I invite you to explore our programs, initiatives, and achievements, and to learn more about how Arsi University is contributing to national and global development through research and innovation.
The Vice President for Research and Technology Transfer oversees the following units:
Research, Publication, and Ethics Directorate: Promotes high-quality research, scholarly publications, and adherence to research ethics and integrity.
Community Engagement Directorate: Coordinates community service and outreach programs that address societal