How to Apply ?

The Research Ethics Committee (REC) at VMC plays a critical role in ensuring that all research and academic activities conducted within the institution adhere to the highest ethical standards. Its primary responsibility is to review and approve research proposals, clinical trials, and other academic projects to ensure they comply with ethical guidelines.  Applying to the Ethics Committee is an essential step for researchers, faculty, and students who wish to undertake projects involving human subjects, sensitive data, or any activity that may raise ethical concerns.

The application process involves submitting detailed information about the principal investigator and co-investigators, the project, including research objectives, methodology, informed consent processes, confidential protection protocol, and any potential risks to participants. To submit for ethical approval, please fill out the Research Ethical Approval E-Form for Vision Medical College Jeddah, to find the required E-Form please go to the Forms page please click here

Steps of the guiding diagram when submitting their research for ethical approval