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All research studies and experiments conducted on living things must obtain approval from the Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies Institutional Research Review Board (ISNC-IRRB) to safeguard research participants.
Royal Decree No. (M / 59) of 14/09/1431 H was issued, approving the law of research ethics on living creatures, which was prepared by the National Committee of Bioethics. Its objectives are to establish general principles and necessary regulations for handling living creatures, their parts, or genetic material in research settings, adhering to professional ethics and ensuring compatibility with Islamic principles. The document comprises fifteen chapters, organised by topics and situations governed by the law (http://bioethics.kacst.edu.sa/).
In accordance with Royal Decree No. (M / 59) and the National Committee of Bioethics (NCBE), King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), ISNC-IRRB is established and committed to protecting research participants.
The primary function of ISNC-IRRB is to adhere to the law of research ethics on living creatures, which aims to monitor the implementation of bioethics research standards. Its objectives include enhancing health, preventive, diagnostic, therapeutic, and psychological aspects while upholding human dignity, justice, and beneficence. Additionally, it seeks to maintain individuals’ rights and ensure that communities adhere to Islamic law, traditions, and customs of Saudi Arabia.
The Roles and Functions of ISNC-IRRB
The Roles and Functions of ISNC-IRRB
The IRRB is established and functions as per the criteria stated in the Saudi Arabian Implementing Guidelines of law of ethics on living creatures.
IRRB works at the institutional level to investigate the research ethics at the institution and reports to the research center.
Works under the directive of the research center and the research committee.
Look into the ethical aspects of the research proposed and conducted at the institution.
Monitor the conduct of research, completion and reporting of the approved research projects.
Participate in the research misconduct ad-hoc committee.
Receive and act appropriately upon the reported Serious Adverse Events [SAEs].
Receive alleged research misconduct complaints.
Conduct hearing of research misconduct to issue appropriate remedial measures.
Review and Decision Process
The application will be reviewed by the IRRB, and we intend to communicate the decision within two weeks of the application submission date, provided that the submission adheres to the publicly announced deadlines.
The application will be reviewed by the IRRB members.
The application may be approved with modifications recommended by the reviewers and the Chair of ISNC-IRRB.
The application will be reconsidered and reviewed by the board after the amendments have been addressed.
If the board rejects the project, the applicant may submit a new application with a revised or altered project for IRRB consideration.
How to Apply
How to Apply
Investigators/researchers must consult guidance available at Policies and Guidelines of research at ISNC before submitting their application.
All items of the ISNC-Research Proposal Application form must be completed, and the form must be typed and submitted electronically (with signature) to ISNC-IRRB (researchproposal@ibnsian.edu.sa).
Submission of this application indicates that the Principal Investigator (PI) and Faculty Supervisor/Advisor (if under/postgraduate student) acknowledge that they are responsible for ensuring that all personnel comply with National Committee of Bioethics (NCBE).
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