Evaluation methodologies of research infrastructures: An evaluation model proposal for Turkey

This study examines evaluation methodologies of research infrastructures, elaborates international practices and suggests an evaluation model for assessments conducted in Turkey. Firstly, research infrastructure concept is presented and major research evaluation methodologies with research impacts and related impact indicators in literature are analyzed. After that, five country examples of research infrastructure evaluation are scrutinized in terms of methodologies and indicators employed. Consequently, the model proposal is made which is based on a detailed analysis of international practices while taking into consideration the applicability of methodologies and tools in the context of the Turkish Research Infrastructure ecosystem. Proposed evaluation methodology sets the basis for a new research evaluation and provides a concrete model for its implementation.