Functions
Provides grants-in-aid for research that hones the expertise of individual scientists and their staff.
Serves, through its membership, as a repository of scientific expertise across all branches, acting as a representative multi-disciplinary community.
Cooperates in scientific ventures with national and international agencies to address problems and issues of national consequence; conducts evaluative review enabling scientists and researchers to expound on their work while interacting with peers for their growth and maturity as professionals; and adopts an enlightened and active advocacy role in policy evaluation and formulation.
Publishes promising research outputs through the NRCP Research Journal and maintains a scientific library.
Enhances and strengthens linkages among local and international research institutions for closer cooperation and sharing of information and expertise for national development.
Disseminates popularized science and technology information materials that demonstrate the suitability of technological innovations under local conditions, further strengthening the S&T information outreach program in the country.