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Research Ethics

Research Ethics

Researchers at University of Galway have a duty to adhere to the highest ethical standards when conducting research. It is important that the research is designed to give full consideration to the ethical implications of any proposed project. All researchers should reflect on the implications of their work, not just in terms of human and animal welfare and dignity, but also the social and cultural impact of their research. 

Research Ethics Committee (REC)

The University Research Ethics Committee reviews applications for ethical approval from full time University of Galway staff members and post graduate research students for research involving human participants and/personal information. 
- Human participants are any persons that participate in research projects contributing some kind of data.
- Personal information is any personally identifiable information that can be linked to a particular person.

Click here to find out more about the Research Ethics Committee and the ethics approval process.

Animal Care Research Ethics Committee (ACREC)

The Animal Care Research Ethics Committee works in conjunction with the guidelines and processes implemented by the Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA). The Committee meets approximately 6 times per year.  To apply for ethical approval, your application must reach the committee prior to close of submissions for the next meeting.

If you are a NUI Galway researcher: Click here for further information, forms and guidelines. If you are having problems accessing this site, please email acrec@nuigalway.ie.