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Terms of Reference/Remit
Remit
To act as a source of independent advice to SEERAD on the research it funds and the underlying scientific issues.
Terms of Reference
The Terms of Reference of the Strategic Advisory Panel will be as follows:
- To provide advice to the SEERAD on its policies and strategies for the research it funds within the context of the SEERAD research strategy
- To provide advice on the implementation of the 'Strategic Research for SEERAD 2005-2010'
- To provide advice on the strategic development of the research programme including horizon scanning and foresight
Working Methods
- The Strategic Advisory Panel will meet a minimum of 2 to 3 times per year or more frequently if required
- The Strategic Advisory Panel will meet in Edinburgh or another appropriate location should it so decide.
- The Panel will report its findings to the Chief Scientific Adviser
- The Panel will be advisory only and will have no funds to direct research itself
- The Panel's proceedings will be open and transparent
- Advice given by the Panel will be published
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