The role of research laboratories in embodying the third mission of the university : Borj Bou Arerridj University case study

Abstract EN

Through a descriptive analytical approach, this research aims to highlight the role of research laboratories in embodying the third function of the university through its three dimensions: continuing education, innovation, technological transfer and community contribution, at the University of Bordj Bou Arreridj, using the periodic ministerial evaluation of research laboratories.

The study reaches a set of results, including:  The limited role of research laboratories in embodying the third function of the university, especially with regard to its second and third dimensions.

 The ministerial assessment includes many indicators to measure this role, but it remains far from modern indicators.

The study gives a set of recommendations, such as the necessity of adding a community service division in the organizational structure of the university in order to support the embodiment of research laboratories for the third function of the university.