It is a common saying that the world's greatest minds solve nothing. Others have also argued that intelligent researchers spend most of their time on academic work and neglect their role in society. While there is evidence for works of their studies in form of books, journals and papers, the applicability of research findings in real life remains a daunting mystery for both scholars and communities to resolve.
University of Rwanda vice chancellor, Prof Philip Cotton, says the problem starts with the initiation of research projects.
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