Student Research Community
About the Community
A dynamic, student-driven research platform
The Student Research Community (SRC) at Plekhanov Russian University of Economics – Dubai is a dynamic, student-driven platform that fosters research engagement, collaboration, and scholarly excellence across disciplines.
The community is dedicated to nurturing inquisitive minds, connecting students with research opportunities, and empowering future scholars to contribute impactful knowledge to academia and industry.
Aligned with the university’s mission to promote research, innovation, and sustainability, the SRC provides a supportive environment where students explore real-world problems, work with faculty mentors, and share outcomes with local and global audiences.
Vision
“To cultivate a vibrant student-led research culture that drives curiosity, builds competencies, and inspires excellence.”
Through collaborative inquiry and critical thinking, the SRC aims to position Plekhanov Dubai students as emerging research leaders who contribute to evidence-based solutions in economics, business, technology, and social sciences.
areas of interest
symposium per year
faculty mentorship
programs welcome
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Objectives
Four goals that guide the SRC’s work
Facilitate Research Engagement
Encourage students to undertake independent and team research projects under faculty mentorship.
Develop Research Skills
Mentor students in research design, methodology, analysis, and scholarly writing.
Showcase Student Research
Provide platforms for students to present findings through conferences, publications, and seminars.
Connect with External Partners
Build partnerships with industry, government, and non-profits to expand research relevance and impact.
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Key Activities
How the community works throughout the year
Research Workshops and Training
Skill-building sessions on qualitative and quantitative methods, academic publishing, and ethics.
Student Research Symposium
Annual event where student teams present posters and papers to the university and community.
Faculty–Student Mentorship Program
Structured mentoring that connects promising students with faculty experts.
Publication Opportunities
Support for submissions to student journals, conference proceedings, and research blogs.
Collaborative Projects
Cross-disciplinary student teams working on real-world problem sets with practical outcomes.
Regular SRC Meetings
A space to exchange ideas, discuss ongoing projects, and plan future initiatives.
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Areas of Interest
Four focus areas for student research
From market analysis to sustainable development, each area connects the community to real questions in economics, society, and technology.
Area
Focus
Business and Economics Research
Market trends, economic modeling, policy analysis
Behavioral and Social Sciences
Social behavior, consumer research, cultural studies
Innovation and Technology
Digital transformation, finance tech, AI implications
Sustainability and Development
Environmental policy, sustainability metrics, social impact