Research Vice-Chancellery
Dr. Qasem Ali Sadaqat, born in Lumaan village, Jaghori district, Ghazni Province, completed his primary education in his hometown and spent three years studying at a religious school in the same area. He completed his secondary and higher education in Iran. He earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Imam Khomeini Educational and Research Institute in Qom and completed his religious studies equivalent to a Ph.D. at the Qom Seminary. He has been a faculty member at Khatam Al-Nabieen (PBUH) University for about 15 years and completed his Ph.D. in Public Law at Shahid Beheshti University in Tehran, Iran, from 2012 to 2017. His dissertation, titled “Constitutional Oversight in Iraq and Afghanistan and Its Functions with Emphasis on Guaranteeing Fundamental Rights and Freedoms”, was defended and published. He currently teaches at the bachelor’s and master’s levels. His academic work primarily focuses on public law, especially constitutional law and international public law. He has conducted significant research in both domestic labor law and international labor law.
Dr. Qasem Ali Sadaqat
Educational Background:
- Ph.D. in Public Law, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran, Year of Enrollment: 2012, Year of Graduation: 2017;
- Religious Studies: Equivalent to a Ph.D.
Academic Activities:
- Teaching at Khatam al-Nabieen University for 15 years;
- Teaching at Kateb University for 5 years;
- Teaching at Al-Mustafa International University;
- Teaching at Esteqlal Higher Education Institute;
- Teaching at Qom University of Sciences (Law Department);
- Teaching at the Master’s level at YUMF Switzerland;
- Teaching at Dunya Higher Education Institute;
- Teaching at Islamic Azad University;
- Teaching at Avicenna University.
Executive Activities:
- Vice-Chancellor of Research at Khatam Al-Nabieen University for one and a half years;
- Editor-in-Chief of “New Discourse” Journal for one and a half years;
- Editor-in-Chief of “Legal Studies” Journal for one year;
- Dean of the Faculty of Jurisprudence and Law for six months;
- Head of the Department of Public and International Law for 7 years;
- Editor of “Legal Knowledge” Journal for one year.
Books:
- Constitutional Law of the Republic of Afghanistan, Al-Mustafa International University Publications, Qom, 2009;
- Strategies for Guaranteeing Citizens’ Rights in Islamic Jurisprudence and Afghan Laws, Qom, Imam Khomeini Educational and Research Institute, 2012;
- International Labor Law (Analysis of International Labor Standards), Kabul, Khatam al-Nabieen University Publications, 2022;
- Principles of Civil Procedure (1), Kabul, Wajeh Publications, Winter 2019;
- Labor Law, Kabul, Khatam al-Nabieen University Publications, Spring 2024.
Scientific Articles:
- National Journals:
- The Supreme Court and the Protection of the Constitution, “Legal Studies” Journal, Year 1, Summer 2006, Issue 2;
- New Afghanistan; Rights and Political Freedoms, “Legal Studies” Journal, Year 1, Fall and Winter 2006, Issues 3 and 4;
- Separation of Powers and the Political System in Afghanistan, “Legal Studies” Journal, Year 2, Spring 2007, Issue 5;
- The Constitution of Afghanistan and the Functions of the Loya Jirga, “Legal Studies” Journal, Year 2, Fall 2007, Issue 7;
- Challenges and Obstacles to Citizens’ Rights in Afghanistan, “Legal Studies” Journal, Year 3, Spring 2008, Issue 9;
- The Powers and Functions of the Afghan Senate, “Legal Studies” Journal, Year 3, Summer 2008, Issue 10;
- Universal Human Rights: From Claim to Reality, “Legal Studies” Journal, Year 4, Spring and Summer 2009, Issues 13 and 14;
- Parliamentary Immunity of Members of the National Assembly, “New Discourse” Journal, Year 2, Issues 7 and 8, Fall and Winter 2005;
- The National Assembly and Its Oversight Functions, “New Discourse” Journal, Year 2, Issue 6, Summer 2005;
- Causes of Administrative Corruption, “New Discourse” Journal, Year 6, Issue 24, Winter 2009;
- Analysis of the Presidential Election Process with Emphasis on the Constitution, “New Discourse” Journal, Year 6, Issue 21, Winter and Spring 2008-2009;
- Delimitation of Electoral Districts, Writings on Democracy, 2014, 23 pages;
- Human Dignity from the Perspective of Islam and the West, “Puyesh” Journal, 2015, Issue 5;
- Foundations of the Legality of Crimes and Punishments in Islam and the West, Journal of Khatam al-Nabieen University, Ghazni Branch;
- Plurality of Legal Sources and the Challenge of Rule of Law and Human Rights Guarantees in Afghanistan’s Legal System, “Contemporary Thought” Journal, Year 3, Issue 10, Winter 2017;
- Legal Foundations of Parliament from the Perspective of Legal Formalism and Pragmatism, “Contemporary Thought” Journal, Year 4, Issue 13, 2018;
- Equal Opportunity and Prohibition of Discrimination in Employment and Occupation in International Labor Documents, “Legal Knowledge” Journal, Issue 1, Fall 2023;
- The Right to Job Security and Labor Law in Afghanistan, “Legal Knowledge” Journal, Issue 2, Winter 2023;
- Mechanisms of Administrative Oversight of the Public Budget, “Legal Knowledge” Journal, Issue 3, Spring 2024.
- International Journals:
- Conditions and Limitations of Women’s Right to Work from the Perspective of Jurisprudence and Law, “Ma’rifat” Journal, Year 16, Issue 7, October 2007;
- Foundations of the Democratic Legitimacy of Constitutional Oversight, “Public Law Knowledge” Quarterly, Fall 2016, Issue 15, pp. 123-143;
- Government’s Positive Obligations Towards Citizens from the Perspective of Imam Ali (AS), “Ma’rifat Legal” Journal, Year 1, Issue 3, 2012, 23 pages;
- Characteristics of Ahl al-Bayt (AS) Jurisprudence and Its Role in Protecting Citizens’ Rights, “Ma’rifat” Journal, Year 19, Issue 7, October 2010;
- Political Parties and Their Foundations in Shia Political Jurisprudence, “Ma’rifat” Journal, Year 17, Issue 2, May 2008;
- Religious and Ethnic Differences and Peaceful Social Coexistence, Scientific Seminar, Al-Mustafa International University, Fall 2024;
- Prohibition of Discrimination in Employment and Occupation in International Labor Documents, International Journal of Multicultural and Multireligious Understanding, (2024).
About the Research Vice-Chancellery
Research and investigation require material and human resources. Therefore, the Research Vice-Chancellery of is one of the main internal structures of Khatam al-Nabieen University (PBUH), responsible for leading, managing, and executing the university’s research activities. Specific internal structures have been defined for it to achieve the goals of the Research Vice-Chancellery. Accordingly, the management of the Humanities and Natural Sciences Research Center, Publications Management, Website Management, and Library Management are included in its organizational structure. Qualified and specific personnel within these structures advance research activities. Moreover, to achieve its objectives and ensure specific functions, the Vice-Chancellery has numerous regulations and procedures within which scientific, research, and administrative tasks must be carried out.
History of the Directorate
Since the establishment of Khatam al-Nabieen (PBUH) University, the Research Directorate was established in 2008 in the university’s charter to manage and lead research activities. Later, this entity evolved into the Vice-Chancellery of Research according to the standards of the Ministry of Higher Education. This entity has always been actively involved in the university’s structure. The peak of its activities was between 2017–2021 and from 2023 to the present.
Objectives
In line with the university’s overarching goals, the research objectives are summarized as follows:
- Promoting, enhancing, and improving research culture and activities;
- Contributing to the scientific-research development of the country through collaboration with domestic and international research institutions;
- Enhancing the academic level of students and faculty in various scientific fields through research strategies, programs, and activities.
Infrastructure and Superstructure Facilities
The Research Vice-Chancellery has a well-equipped library with internet facilities, several computer terminals, a fully equipped study hall, a physical and online library, three group study rooms, and specialized books for each field. Additionally, it has a laboratory equipped with various devices for scientific studies on animals and plant extraction. It also has specialized equipment for bioinformatics studies. Furthermore, it has a computer lab specifically for computer science students. In the publications section, there are five journal websites where the entire article process is managed online. There is also a dedicated office for managing journals. Seven journals in law, politics, economics, technical sciences, natural sciences, international sciences, and social sciences are published, providing a platform for knowledge production and promoting research capacity at the national level.
Number of Scientific Seminars Held
Approximately 50 scientific seminars have been organized by the Research Vice-Chancellery over the years, addressing various scientific and specialized issues, contributing to the promotion and development of science and knowledge.
Number of Workshops Held
A total of 81 workshops on various topics have been conducted by different internal departments in collaboration with other institutions. Some workshops were held at the Vice-Chancellery level, while many were organized by faculties and departments.
Number of Permanent and Contractual Employees
The Research Vice-Chancellery has 9 permanent and contractual employees working full-time in various research and ancillary activities. Among them, two administrative staff are faculty members responsible for the administrative and scientific aspects of research activities.
Number of Articles Published in National Journals
A total of 479 international articles have been published by Khatam al-Nabieen (PBUH) University in three fields: technical sciences, humanities, and medical sciences.
Number of Articles Published in International Journals
Since its establishment, Khatam al-Nabieen (PBUH) University has published 77 international articles in various international journals.
Number of Textbooks and Non-Textbooks Published (with Details)
A total of 45 books have been published by the faculty members of Khatam al-Nabieen (PBUH) University, of which 19 were published by the university.
Number of Specialized Journals Published (by Field)
Specialized journals are published in three fields: technical sciences, medical sciences, and humanities. Over the years, various quarterly journals such as “Andisheh Khatam”, “Scientific-Research Humanities Journal Specialized in Peace”, “Scientific-Research Humanities Journal Specialized in Islamic Studies”, “Scientific-Research Humanities Journal Specialized in Jurisprudence and Law”, “Scientific-Research Humanities Journal Specialized in Political Sciences”, “Scientific-Research Humanities Journal Specialized in Economics and Management”, and “Scientific-Research Technical Sciences Journal” have been published, though their publication has been halted.
Currently, the following quarterly journals are in publication: “Scientific-Research Humanities Journal”, “Scientific-Research Political and International Studies Journal”, “Scientific-Research Legal Knowledge Journal”, “Scientific-Research Natural Sciences Journal”, “Scientific-Research Technical Sciences Journal”, and “Scientific-Research Economic Findings Journal”.
Number of Books in the Library by Field
Books registered in various fields are available, and their quantity is appropriate and somewhat ideal considering the overall context of Afghanistan.
No | Faculty | Number of Books in the Faculty |
1 | Law and Political Sciences | 3368 |
2 | Political Sciences | 4758 |
3 | Economics | 839 |
4 | Computer Science | 319 |
5 | Engineering | 545 |
6 | General Medicine | 5524 |
7 | Dentistry | 796 |
8 | Medical Technology | 390 |
9 | Midwifery | 830 |
Total Faculty Books | 17,709 volumes | |
Miscellaneous Books | 4,325 volumes | |
Total Books | 22,034 volumes | |
Number of Theses in the Library by Field
| List of bachelor’s and master’s theses up to 2024 | |||||||||||||||
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| Faculty | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | Total |
| Jurisprudence and Law | 146 | 34 | 63 | 133 | 67 | 27 | 70 | 92 | 42 | 17 | 40 | 15 | 5 | 750 | |
| Political Science | 17 | 14 | 23 | 22 | 12 | 24 | 42 | 23 | 17 | 24 | 6 | 1 | 225 | ||
| Economics | 27 | 45 | 46 | 57 | 48 | 17 | 27 | 26 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 308 | |||
| Computer Science | 10 | 6 | 3 | 8 | 31 | 18 | 5 | 12 | 38 | 5 | 135 | ||||
| Engineering | 15 | 27 | 33 | 16 | 17 | 5 | 16 | 11 | 10 | 1 | 151 | ||||
| Quranic Sciences | 6 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 58 | |||
| General Medicine | 88 | 133 | 135 | 46 | 207 | 8 | 9 | 1 | 627 | ||||||
| Dentistry | 12 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 21 | 1 | 60 | |||||||
| Midwifery | 25 | 43 | 164 | 85 | 78 | 73 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 475 | |||||
| Medical Technology | 6 | 12 | 50 | 81 | 32 | 74 | 6 | 0 | 261 | ||||||
| International Relations | 6 | 14 | 32 | 25 | 48 | 34 | 26 | 35 | 9 | 229 | |||||
| Criminal Law | 10 | 12 | 38 | 43 | 46 | 73 | 60 | 36 | 2 | 320 | |||||
| International Law | 8 | 14 | 41 | 12 | 36 | 32 | 28 | 28 | 2 | 201 | |||||
| Total Theses | 3,800 | ||||||||||||||
Qualifications and Responsibilities
- Developing research policies, procedures, and programs based on the university’s research strategy and objectives;
- Identifying and assessing the university’s research needs;
- Preparing and compiling required academic textbooks for the university;
- Preparing and executing research projects to achieve the university’s objectives;
- Recruiting research personnel from among specialists with research experience and capabilities;
- Publishing journals (specialized and student), scientific books, textbooks, educational materials, and software tailored to the university’s needs and objectives in accordance with relevant regulations;
- Organizing scientific meetings and conferences in compliance with relevant regulations;
- Determining the university’s research policies and programs within the framework of university policies and resolutions;
- Evaluating the outcomes of the university’s scientific and research activities;
- Proposing the establishment and dissolution of research groups and presenting them to the academic council for legal procedures;
- Reviewing and approving the organization of short-term courses, training programs, conferences, and scientific visits;
- Planning for study opportunities for university faculty members;
- Collaborating with faculty-level sub-committees on research;
- Collecting and consolidating reports from sub-committees on research;
- Communicating the minutes of research council meetings to faculties and supervising their implementation.
Vision and Mission
Organizational Chart
Objectives of the Research Vice-Chancellery
- Enhancing and improving research activities;
- Standardizing academic texts to meet national needs;
- Contributing to the scientific and cultural development of the country through scientific and research collaboration with domestic and international research institutions;
- Organizing and targeting graduate theses and dissertations according to scientific standards and the country’s needs;
- Facilitating joint scientific activities with similar organizations within and outside the country;
- Elevating the academic level of university faculty and students in relevant fields through research activities.
Key Activities - Books
- Afghanistan and Globalization: Dr. Abdul Qaium Sajjadi;
- Theoretical Foundations of Political Parties in Islam: Dr. Abdul Qaium Sajjadi;
- Islamic Political Discourse and Globalization: Dr. Abdul Qaium Sajjadi;
- Parliament and Legislation: Dr. Abdul Qaium Sajjadi;
- Political Sociology of Afghanistan: Dr. Abdul Qaium Sajjadi;
- Constitutional Law of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan: Dr. Abdul Ali Mohammadi;
- Administrative Law of Afghanistan: Dr. Abdul Ali Mohammadi;
- Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms: Dr. Mohammad Qasem Elyasi;
- Ahl al-Bayt from the Perspective of Abu Hanifa: Dr. Shafaq Khawati;
- International Labor Law: Dr. Qasem Ali Sadaqat;
- Principles of Civil Procedure: Qasem Ali Sadaqat;
- General Biochemistry: Adam Ali Pour, Meysam Sajjadi, and Mohammad Hossein Salehi;
- Criminological Analysis of the Effects of Criminal Convictions: Dr. Abdul Karim Skandari
Key Activities - Publishing Scientific-Research Journals
Publishing Scientific-Research Journals in Three Fields:
- Humanities;
- Technical Sciences;
- Medical Sciences.
Conferences and Scientific Seminars
The Research Vice-Chancellery has organized numerous conferences and scientific meetings, some of which are highlighted below:
- Conference on the Status of Mental Health in Afghanistan: Organized by the Faculty of Medicine;
- Scientific Conference on Revisiting the Thoughts of Sayyid Jamaluddin Afghani;
- Conference on the Discourse of Moderation in Islamic Thought;
- Seminar on the Unicameral Electoral System in Afghanistan;
- Seminar on the Trend of Religious Intellectualism in Afghanistan;
- Seminar on Good Governance in Afghanistan: Challenges and Solutions;
- Seminar on Humans and the Environment;
- Seminar on the Causes and Prevention of Diabetes;
- Seminar on Tradition and Modernity;
- Seminar on Development and Modernization in Afghanistan;
- Critique and Review of the Personal Status Law for Shia Muslims in Afghanistan;
- Appropriate Strategy for Economic Development in Afghanistan;
Forms, Guidelines, and Research Policies
Bachelor’s Thesis Forms
| No | Form Title | File Type | Download File |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Research Guidelines (Theses) | Click! | |
| 2 | Thesis Selection Form (Form No. 1) | Click! | |
| 3 | Request for Thesis Title Approval (Form No. 2) | Click! | |
| 5 | Notification to Student (Form No. 3) | Click! | |
| 5 | Detailed Thesis Proposal Form (Form No. 4) | Click! | |
| 6 | Notification to Supervisor (Form No. 5) | Click! | |
| 7 | Bi-Monthly Report Form (Form No. 6) | Click! | |
| 8 | Request for Thesis Defense Permission (Form No. 7) | Click! | |
| 9 | Thesis Defense Announcement Form (Form No. 8) | Click! | |
| 10 | Thesis Defense Evaluation Form (Form No. 9) | Click! | |
| 11 | Thesis Defense Minutes Form (Form No. 10) | Click! |
Book Evaluation Forms
| No | Form Title | File Type | Download File |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Authored Book Evaluation Form | Click! | |
| 2 | Translated Book Evaluation Form | Click! | |
| 3 | Textbook Evaluation Form | Click! |
Article Evaluation Forms
| No | Form Title | File Type | Download File |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Authored Article Evaluation Form | Click! | |
| 2 | Translated Article Evaluation Form | Click! |
Policies, Regulations, and Research Guidelines
| No | Form Title | File Type | Download File |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Academic Freedom Policy | Click! | |
| 2 | Research Grant Regulations | Click! | |
| 3 | Research Activity Rewards | Click! | |
| 5 | Faculty Research Program Guidelines Form | Click! | |
| 5 | Research Activity Calculation Guide | Click! | |
| 6 | Faculty Research Program Guidelines | Click! | |
| 7 | University Research Guidelines (Projects and Research Proposals) | Click! | |
| 8 | University Research Guidelines (Articles) | Click! | |
| 9 | University Research Guidelines (Theses) | Click! |
Thesis Forms for Faculties of Medicine and Dentistry
| No | Form Title | File Type | Download File |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thesis Selection Form (Form No. 1) | Click! | |
| 2 | Request for Title Approval (Form No. 2) | Click! | |
| 3 | Notification to Student (Form No. 3) | Click! | |
| 5 | Detailed Research Proposal Form (Form No. 4) | Click! | |
| 5 | Notification to Supervisor (Form No. 5) | Click! | |
| 6 | Bi-Monthly Report Form (Form No. 6) | Click! | |
| 7 | Request for Defense Permission (Form No. 7) | Click! | |
| 8 | Defense Session Announcement Form (Form No. 8) | Click! | |
| 9 | Defense Evaluation Form (Form No. 9) | Click! | |
| 10 | Defense Minutes Form (Form No. 10) | Click! |
