Research Potential & Innovation

• Demonstrated originality and creativity in research.
• Potential to make significant contributions to the field.

Research Output

• Quality of early-career publications (e.g., journal articles, conference papers).
• Evidence of impactful research outputs (e.g.licenses/patents/working papers, creative works).

Collaboration & Networking

• Engagement in collaborative research projects.
• Building professional networks within and beyond the institution.

Funding & Resource Acquisition

• Success in securing early-career grants, scholarships, or funding.
• Effective use of available resources to advance research.

Professional Development

• Participation in training, workshops, or conferences to enhance research skills.
• Efforts to develop a unique research identity and expertise.

Dissemination & Engagement

• Efforts to share research findings (e.g., presentations, posters, public engagement).
• Communication of research to diverse audiences.

Recognition & Awards

• Early-career awards, honors, or invitations (e.g., conference presentations, fellowships).
• Peer recognition for early contributions to the field.