Vision

A world class research institute of excellence in science and technology

Mission

To provide quality higher education, training and research in science, technology and innovation

Core Values

The mandate of the Meru University of Science and Technology Mariene Research Institute is to enhance and complement the University’s vision and mission of providing science, technology and innovative academic programmes. The Institute is also mandated to undertake relevant need-based research for the improvement of social economic well-being of the Kenyan population with a focus on Agriculture and other related areas in Meru county and its neighboring counties. The focus will also be on empowerment of communities in Meru and its neighbouring counties in line with government policy in providing academic programmes on priority areas that will contribute to socio-economic development in Kenya.  The Research Institute which is on a ten-acre piece of land will focus on education and training, research development and community empowerment in critical areas of success for the well-being of Kenyan population.  Currently, the Institute is under construction and comprises an Administration block, Science and Computer laboratories and an Ultra-modern library.