research governance dr. sheila francis. ‘ ‘a process to ensure that research involving patients,...
TRANSCRIPT
Research Governance
Dr. Sheila Francis
‘‘A process to ensure that research involving patients, data or human tissue is scientifically sound, properly financed and ethically approved’
‘Registration of research with a sponsor’
BenefitsBenefits
• Greater protection for researchers and participantso Dignity, rights, safety and well being of people
• Research culture further strengthenedo Quality of research, eligibility of research applications
• Demonstrates the University’s commitmento To accountable, high-quality and transparent research practices
• High quality reputation and credibilityo Protected and enhanced
• Reduction of risko Regulatory compliance, less potential for research misconduct
Does RG apply to your project?Does RG apply to your project?
• All UK ‘health care’ research.
• Studies in Volunteers - University-led projects not involving any NHS Trust – to follow the University’s research governance procedures
• Studies on patients - University projects involving the STH Trust – to follow the Trust’s research governance procedures
Understanding Research GovernanceUnderstanding Research Governance
Scope of the Research
Governance Standards
ETHICS
Independent ethics scrutiny
MONITORING
Monitoring conditions and adverse events
SCIENCE
Independent scientific scrutiny
HEALTH, SAFETY, EMPLOYMENT
OTHER
Role of research governance sponsors
FINANCE ANDINTELLECTUALPROPERTY SYSTEMS
INFORMATION
Partnership Agreements in place Information dissemination
What to do if you think your project What to do if you think your project requires Research Governance approvalrequires Research Governance approval
•Speak to your supervisor!
•Ask to see the protocol and approval letter
•If application is required, contact [email protected]
• University RIS/Medical School websites
Animal proceduresAnimal procedures
Ethical Review/Licensing of Animal Ethical Review/Licensing of Animal ProceduresProcedures
•All procedures with living animals are carefully regulated in the UK under an act of Parliament.
•Home Office Project Licence
•Home Office Licence (personal)
•Training courses - written and practical tests - certificate
•Certificate must be included in the licence application - it can take months to be granted a licence!.
• If you are unsure about the process then contact Mr Gerard Brower-Ince at the Veterinary Services Unit.