The extent to which the faculty member's responsibilities contribute to the teaching programs of the CVM is of importance, e.g., directing a course or having primary responsibilities for a teaching program. Its components include the generation of new knowledge through original research and its publication. All faculty are expected to engage in original research. In the evaluation of this aspect in promotion, attention shall be directed to the percent effort assigned to research activity, the guidance and support provided to effectively use that time, and the resources available to enhance productivity. In all instances, the quality of the research activity, as judged by authorities in the field, will be the critical measure.
Research is the generation of new knowledge through use of the scientific method.
Such research may be basic or applied. It is most frequently expressed as manuscript publication in refereed scientific journals. Research activity should be supportive of and complementary to teaching and service. Demonstrate research productivity is required of all faculty. The quality of the investigative activity is of primary importance in evaluation.