FAQs

Ethics approval is generally mandatory for all research involving human participants, their data, or biological samples. However, it is essential to check the specific regulations and guidelines of the region(s) or countr(ies) in which the research will take place.

EUREC does not directly review research proposals. However, we can assist in facilitating contact with the appropriate REC within our network for ethical review.

EUREC provides a directory of affiliated RECs on our website. You can search for a REC based on your research location and field. Find an overview of RECs in Europe here.

Ethics approval can be obtained through the relevant research ethics committee (REC) responsible for the region(s) or countr(ies) in which your research is being conducted. Contact information for EUREC country representatives can be found here.

EUREC collaborates with various organisations to provide training opportunities for REC members. Check our website here for training resources and our News for upcoming training events.

For more training content you can visit our related networks the ENERI classroom or the Embassy of Good Sciences.

RECs (research ethics committees) and IRBs (institutional review boards) serve similar functions in reviewing and approving research involving human participants. The terminology may vary by region, with RECs being more common in Europe and IRBs in the United States.

No, EUREC is a network of RECs covering a broad spectrum of research areas, including but not limited to health-related research. We facilitate collaboration and ethical oversight across various disciplines.

If you are interested in becoming a member of EUREC, please reach out to Dorothee Güth (gueth@eurecnet.org)

For inquiries related to inviting the EUREC Office for proposal writing, please contact: Lisa Tambornino (tambornino@eurecnet.eu)