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SayPro Development Royalty
Scientific Integrity & Innovation Research Division
Section: SayPro Research Documents
Theme: Grounded in Evidence – Strengthening Innovation Through Research
SayPro Research Documents
Supporting Research, Technical Data, Studies, or Publications Related to the Innovation
To ensure the credibility, scientific soundness, and depth of each submission, participants are required to submit relevant research documents that support their innovation. These documents help verify the problem being addressed, justify the chosen methodology, and demonstrate the technical foundation behind the solution.
This requirement ensures that every innovation is not only creative but also evidence-based and technically sound.
📘 Purpose of Research Documents
- To support claims and findings presented in your project proposal
- To demonstrate that your innovation is informed by science, engineering, or empirical data
- To provide a solid foundation for scalability, funding, or publication
📄 Types of Supporting Documents May Include:
✅ Technical Papers & Reports
- Authored papers, white papers, or engineering reports
- Draft or published papers outlining experiments, designs, or algorithms
✅ Data Sets & Analyses
- Raw or processed data (e.g., survey results, lab experiments, sensor outputs)
- Statistical evaluations, impact assessments, or case studies
✅ Scientific Studies or Literature Reviews
- Summaries of existing academic or industrial research that supports your concept
- Peer-reviewed journal articles or official publications
✅ Feasibility Studies or Pilot Results
- Documentation of prior implementation or test cases
- Preliminary findings from small-scale trials or controlled environments
✅ System Designs or Models
- Block diagrams, flowcharts, schematics, simulation results
- Architectural plans, database designs, or process blueprints
🧠 Sources Must Be Credible
Use information from:
- Academic journals
- Scientific databases (e.g., IEEE, Springer, JSTOR, Google Scholar)
- Industry reports
- Government or NGO publications
- Your own lab or field work (if applicable)
All external sources must be properly cited using a formal referencing style (APA, Harvard, IEEE, etc.).
📁 Submission Guidelines
- File formats: PDF, XLSX, DOCX, or ZIP (for grouped files)
- Naming convention:
[TeamName]_[ProjectName]_ResearchDocs.pdf - Optional: Include a short index or cover page describing the contents of your research file
- File size limit: 25MB per upload (contact SayPro for alternative submission options if larger)
✅ Evaluation Criteria
| Category | What Judges Will Look For |
|---|---|
| Relevance | How well the documents support the proposal and prototype |
| Scientific Rigor | Use of reliable, peer-reviewed, or verifiable data and sources |
| Depth & Clarity | Quality of the analysis or data presented |
| Alignment | Connection to the innovation’s goals, design, or outcomes |
📞 Need Assistance With Research Documents?
SayPro offers mentorship and feedback to help ensure your research materials meet competition standards.
📧 researchdocs@saypro.online
🌐 www.saypro.online
📞 +27 (0) 87 265 0012
SayPro – Innovation Backed by Evidence. Research That Builds Trust.
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