DISCOVERIES
You will get insight into the ethics that govern research in Canada. Understanding the steps to take before using human and animal participants is important for well-ordered research.
All research or other studies which involve human subjects must receive approval by the Research Ethics Board (REB) prior to commencement of the project. If your research will involve animals, you will need approval from the TRU Animal Care Committee (TRU-ACC). This page will provide you with resources to help guide you through some of the ethics approvals processes.
Background on ethics processes
Ethics-5-Whys-copyResearch with Human Participants
To determine if your project requires Ethics approval see the TRU Human Ethics Policy. The Policy also outlines the uses of other TRU Ethics Forms, and provides general information on the review process. One of the first questions you might ask is “Do I need ethics approval for my research?” The following decision tree will help you determine whether or not your intended activity or project will need to go to the research ethics board (REB) for consideration.
Research with Animals
If you are engaged in research involving animal subjects, you must obtain certification from the TRU Animal Care Committee. The electronic forms to apply for animal use certification are located on the Research Services webpage under “Animal Use Protocol Application”.
NOTE: If you are a student researcher you will need to apply for certifications with your project supervisor as the Principal Investigator and yourself as a Project Team Member. Your supervisor will be required to submit the application on your behalf. Contact the Research Office if you require assistance.
TAKEAWAYS
- Understanding the background behind the ethics that govern research.
- Knowledge and application of the 5Ws.
- Understand the steps to take before using human and animal participants for research.