Giresun University adopts as its research and development policy the generation of knowledge and value at national and international level, the encouragement of research, the promotion of research, development and innovation activities within a framework of cooperation and interaction so that such activities become widespread, and the continuous monitoring and improvement of research resources and infrastructure in the light of research outputs and achievements. In doing so the University is guided by its mission and vision, its core values, its quality policy and its strategic plan, gives priority to regional and local needs, and seeks to contribute at the highest level to the competitiveness and development of our country in the technological, economic, social and cultural spheres.