Objectives
To review and monitor all types of research proposals conducted in BVDU COA involving human participants with a view to look after the rights, self-respect, safety and welfare/ well being of all actual and potential research participants.
To consider all aspects of the informed consent process (e.g. risk-benefit ratio, justice, privacy, confidentiality, distribution of burden / benefit and provision for appropriate compensation) with the utmost detail wherever required.
Review the proposals before the start of the study and monitor periodically throughout its implementation and until after the completion of the study.