Anticipated Contributions and Activity Framework for Applicants Seeking Collaboration with the Translational Ophthalmology Research Center (Fourth Edition – 2023)

Applicable to: Research PhD, Physician-Researcher, Research Assistant, Military Service Researchers, Medical Internship/Residency Programs, Postdoctoral Fellows, and Faculty Members

Notes: 
- Completion of all sections is optional and voluntary.
- Send the completed form to: farabi-r-info@tums.ac.ir

Applicant’s Full Name: …………………………………………

•      Drafting Research Proposals (Protocol Writing), Grant Application and Acquisition; Project Execution, Data Analysis, and Final Reporting

Include the number of projects, grant size, and sources (institutional or external); e.g., National Institutes such as NIMAD, INSF, NASR, Vice Presidency for Science and Technology, National Elites Foundation, or international opportunities such as Swiss Academic Cooperation, Horizon Europe, TÜBİTAK, Silk Road programs, WHO, etc.

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Writing and Publishing Scientific Articles

Specify the number of articles, potential journals, estimated impact factors, and indexing databases.

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Presenting Abstracts in National/International Webinars and Conferences

e.g., ARVO, IRAVO, Translational Ophthalmology, and others.

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Development of Technical Knowledge and Methods; Patent Filing

Include the number of patents and whether they are national or international.

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Business Plan Development and Feasibility Studies (FS & BP)

For university-based startups and spin-offs.

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Organizing Workshops, Webinars, Continuing Education Courses, and Translational Ophthalmology Seminars

At national, regional, or international levels to enhance the center’s professional identity and potential revenue generation (through sponsorship or registration).

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Reverse Engineering or Production of Experimental/Semi-industrial Prototypes

Including prostheses, biomarkers (diagnostic kits), drug formulations, etc.; technology transfer in diagnostic or therapeutic ophthalmology.

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Establishment of Databases (Registries) and Biobanks

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Development of Clinical Guidelines or Other Knowledge Packages (e.g., Self-care guidelines.)

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Data Science Deliverables

Development of software, AI modules or digital indicators.

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Web-Based Interactive/Service Platforms in Biomedical Fields

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Participation in Innovative and Research-Based Clinics

e.g., Sports Vision, Genetic Counseling, Eyelid Hygiene and Self-care, Preventive Ophthalmology, Visual Classification for the Blind/Visually Impaired Athletes, and Child Vision Training.

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Provision of Research Support Services

e.g., Statistical and methodological consulting, proposal writing, advanced scientific graphic design, English manuscript editing, research poster design, systematic reviews, and other scholarly skills.

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

•      Other Activities

e.g., Publishing in Persian Ophthalmic Archives; participation in or management of outreach initiatives; involvement in the Iran Ophthalmology Festival; establishing scientific/research networks or associations; vision health education and self-care training; voluntary engagement with Prof. Mohammad Qoli Shams Foundation or Damari Institute for Social Ophthalmology; collaboration with the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) and attendance at its annual meetings.

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………

Describe Your Vision, Aspirations, or Dream for Giving Back to Your Country, Fellow Citizens, or Tehran University of Medical Sciences (Farabi Hospital & TUMS)

Please describe: …………………………………………………………………………………