Describes a scoring model designed to assist in setting priorities for forest research. The model evaluates research and development capacity and potential, as well as the ability and likelihood to actually capture benefits. Project evaluators are asked a specific set of questions and required to rank proposed projects relative to each other. The model framework makes explicit, and focuses discussion around, concepts that should be considered when setting priorities. A spreadsheet is used to automate many of the tasks required. Issues arising from an application of the model are outlined, including subjectivity, classifying research, administration costs, and limitations.