Submission Procedure

We accept applications for reviewing human and animal ethical aspect of the research proposals. The investigators are requested to submit their proposals along with all listed documents below (see the checklist).

An application for the review of the ethics of proposed biomedical research should be submitted by a qualified researcher responsible for the ethical and scientific conduct of the research.

Document Checklist

 

  • Application form (fully completed, signed and dated)
  • The protocol of the proposed research (clearly identified and dated), together with supporting documents and annexures a description (usually included in the protocol) of the ethical considerations involved in the research
  • A summary (as far as possible in non-technical language), synopsis, or diagrammatic presentation (‘flowchart’) of the protocol
  • Case report forms, diary cards, and other questionnaires intended for research participants (If apply)
  • Participant information sheets and consent forms, including translations in other two languages (If apply)
  • All investigator (s)’s curriculum vitae.

Review Process

Reviewing Applications

  • ERC usually meet in the first week of every month, processing the applications received in preceding month.
  • the decision on the submitted proposal applications will be sent to the investigator within 10 days after the meeting.
  • The regular review process will take 60-75 days, during which the decision will be conveyed to the applicant.
  • Failure to comply with these instructions would result in the application being returned, and/or delay in obtaining ethical clearance.