Research & Innovation
Research & Innovation at TPI: advancing knowledge, empowering solutions, and transforming communities for Tanzania’s sustainable development.
Research & Innovation
Advancing Knowledge. Empowering Solutions. Transforming Communities.
We believe that research and innovation are at the heart of national transformation and global competitiveness. Through curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, our faculty, students, and partners drive discoveries that solve real-world problems and contribute to Tanzania’s sustainable development agenda.
Our Commitment
Our work aligns with the Tanzania Development Vision 2050, the Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy (2010), and the African Union Agenda 2063, emphasizing research as a driver of knowledge-based economic growth.
Advance knowledge
Advance knowledge that addresses societal, industrial, and environmental challenges.
Promote innovation
Promote innovation that leads to new technologies, services, and community solutions.
Foster partnerships
Foster partnerships between academia, industry, and government for shared impact.
Ethics & integrity
Uphold ethics and integrity in all research and innovation endeavors.
Research & Innovation Focus Areas
TPI’s research and innovation initiatives focus on strategic themes that support national and regional priorities.
Health and Allied Sciences
Advancing health systems, diagnostics, and community wellbeing.
Science and Technology
Developing digital, renewable energy, and environmental solutions.
Social Sciences and Humanities
Studying human behavior, community development, and social policy.
Business, Entrepreneurship, and Management
Fostering enterprise and innovative business practices.
Engineering and Applied Sciences
Solving real-world challenges through design, fabrication, and innovation.
Innovation for Impact
Innovation at TPI goes beyond invention; it’s about creating solutions that work. Through our upcoming Innovation and Incubation Centre, students and staff will have a platform to:
- Develop prototypes and digital solutions
- Collaborate with industry experts and innovators
- Transform ideas into startups and social enterprises
- Access mentorship, technical support, and commercialization pathways
Research Support and Governance
Research and innovation activities are coordinated under the Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Consultancy, ensuring:
- Transparent and ethical research practices
- Efficient grant management and proposal development
- Institutional Research Ethics and Review Committees (IRERC)
- Capacity-building workshops for staff and students
- Dissemination through journals, conferences, and community outreach
Partnerships and Collaboration
We work hand-in-hand with partners to co-create solutions that make tangible differences in people’s lives:
Join Our Research and Innovation Community
Whether you are a student eager to explore ideas, a faculty member pursuing discovery, or an organization seeking collaboration, TPI welcomes you to be part of our mission to build a better future through research and innovation.
Aligned with Vision 2050 & AU Agenda 2063
Guided by national and continental priorities to drive knowledge-based economic growth.