Review of the Food-borne Zoonoses Research ... - ARCHIVE: Defra

6. Aims of the FBZ research review
The current and completed FBZ research projects from 2002 to 2007 were evaluated as
part of the review (see Annex A).
The FBZ research programme was reviewed by a panel consisting of external referees
and Defra officials and the aims were:
to evaluate completed and current research projects in relation to:
o their scientific quality
o their usefulness to policy and contribution to the evidence base
o the delivery of the overall objectives of the FBZ research programme
to assess the size, scope and balance of the current FBZ research programme in
relation to current policy needs
to consider the future direction of the FBZ research programme and identify future
priorities, taking into account the size, scope and balance of the current research
programme, as well as research funded in the field by other sponsors
7. Terms of reference for external referees
On the basis of project information provided prior to the review meeting, as well as
presentations and discussions at the review meeting, the terms of reference are:
To consider the relevance and appropriateness of the research for funding by Defra
To consider the soundness and appropriateness of the scientific approaches used
and if they are being taken forward competently
To examine the progress being made towards the objectives and the likelihood of
success
To consider if the findings from the research are based on sound evidence
To consider the collaboration with other institutes and universities both nationally and
internationally
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