Maseno University IRB (Institutional Review Board)
The Maseno University IRB. Find the full meaning and other details of Maseno University IRB (Institutional Review Board) on this page.
Quick Links:
Research Maseno University IRB Ethics Overview
Maseno University now has an Institutional Review Board (IRB) known as the Maseno University Ethics Review Committee (MUERC). The Committee, currently composed of 15 members, received a certificate of accreditation (registration number 01412) from the National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI), formally known as the National Council of Science and Technology (NCST), on the 5th of December 2012 for a period of 3 years. MUERC was granted renewal of accreditation on the 15th day of November 2018 through to 14th November 2022, for a further period of three years.
ABOUT Maseno University Maseno University IRB (Ethics Review Committee (MUERC))
Mission statement
Research studies/projects carried out at Maseno University, in accordance with the Maseno University Vision and Mission statements, are guided by the Maseno University Research Policy, which in turn informs the oversight of the policies and procedures underscored below.
In addition, Maseno University is guided by the ethical principles set forth in the report of the National Commission for the Protection of Human Subjects of Biomedical and Behavioral Research (Ethical Principles and Guidelines for the Protection of Human Subjects of Research [the ‘Belmont Report’]), especially on studies/projects involving human participants.
Establishment of the MUERC
The Maseno University Ethics Review Committee (MUERC) was established by the Office of the Vice Chancellor, Maseno University and mandated to operate through the Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Partnership, Research and Innovations (DVC-PRI).
MUERC office and secretariat work under the Director of Research, Publications and Innovations (DRPI), a directorate constituted under the office of the DVC-PRI.
Administration of Maseno University IRB Research Ethics
The composition of the MUERC and the secretariat were constituted in compliance with the requirements outlined in the National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) guidelines.
MUERC is made up of seventeen (17) members from diverse professional backgrounds, comprising Clinicians, Non-clinician Scientists, a Legal expert, Theologians, Behavioral Scientist / Ethicist, Statisticians, Epidemiologists, and a Community Representative.
The Committee is headed by a Chairman and assisted by a Secretary. In addition, the Committee′s activities are supported by the MUERC secretariat which comprises of a Secretary, a Senior Administrator, a Research Officer and an Office Assistant.
Maseno University IRB Functions and Responsibilities
Purpose:
MUERC has developed and set forth the Maseno University Ethics Review Committee Standard Operating Protocols (MUERC SOPs) that describe policies, procedures, and regulations governing research studies/ projects and the requirements for submitting research applications/ proposals for ethical review by Maseno University students, staff, faculty and their collaborators as well independent Scientists carrying out research in Kenya.
The role of MUERC is to review and make informed decisions on all research protocols and/or applications that involve human participation. As such, it is the primary responsibility of MUERC to protect human participants from undue risk and deprivation of personal rights and dignity. This protection is best assured by consideration of three principles, which are the touchstones of ethical research, involving human participants, namely:
- That participation in any study involving human participants shall be voluntary, often indicated by free and informed consent, is assured;
- That an appropriate balance exists between potential benefits of the research to participants or to society and the risks assumed by the participants.
- That there are fair procedures and outcomes in the selection of Research Participants and the potential distribution of likely benefits.
Objective:
MUERC is responsible for protecting the rights and welfare of human participants involved in any research studies/projects. Therefore, MUERC shall review all research studies/projects involving human participation, conducted by the Maseno University academic community, students, staff, faculty and their collaborators and independent Scientists.
The Principal Investigators of the above-stated studies/projects must submit, for ethical review, any research study/project involving human participants, regardless of the source of funding (or lack thereof) and/or location at which the research study/project shall be conducted in Kenya.
MUERC shall determine that: (a) the rights and welfare of the research study/project participants are protected adequately, (b) the risks to participants are outweighed by the potential benefits of the research study/project, (c) the selection of participants is equitable, and (d) informed consent is obtained and documented appropriately.
Read Other Articles on Maseno University
Maseno University Student Portal
Maseno University Fee Structure
Maseno University Notice Board
Maseno University eLearning Portal
Maseno University Graduation List
Maseno University Bank Account Number
Maseno University Application Form
Maseno University Admission Letter
Maseno University Admission Portal
Maseno University Admission Requirements
Maseno University Bridging Courses
Maseno University Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
Maseno University Certificate Courses
Maseno University Courses and Fee Structure
Maseno University Clearance Form
Maseno University Degree Courses
Maseno University Distance Learning
Maseno University Diploma in Education
Maseno University Dean of Students Contacts
Maseno University Diploma Fee Structure
Maseno University Diploma Courses
D+ courses in Maseno University
Maseno University Equity Bank Account Number
Maseno University Email Address
Maseno University Exam Results
Maseno University Education Courses
Maseno University Exam Timetable
Maseno University Exam Card Download
Maseno University e-Learning Campus
Maseno University Finance Department
Maseno University Grading System
Maseno University Graduation Fee
Maseno University Graduation Date
Maseno University Homabay Campus
Maseno University Hotel Kisumu
Maseno University Hostel Booking
Maseno University Homa Bay Campus Courses
Maseno University Interior Design
Maseno University ICT Department
Maseno University International Relations
Maseno University January Intake
Maseno University Joining Instructions
Maseno University Kisumu Campus Student Portal
Maseno University KCB Account Number
Maseno University Kitengela Campus
Maseno University Kisumu Campus
Maseno University Kisumu Campus Courses
Maseno University Library Catalogue
Maseno University Masters Program Fee Structure
Maseno University Masters Courses
Maseno University Masters Application Form
Maseno University Main Campus Postal Address
Maseno University Nairobi Campus
Maseno University Nursing Course
Maseno University Opening Dates
Maseno University Online Courses
Maseno University Online Application
Maseno University Online Registration
Maseno University Postgraduate Courses
Maseno University Qualifications
Maseno University Retirement Benefits Scheme
Maseno University Resumption Date
Maseno University Reopening Date
Maseno University Registration Guideline Form
Maseno University School of Medicine
Maseno University School of Education
Maseno University School of Nursing
Maseno University School of Business and Economics
Maseno University Scholarships
Maseno University Temporary ID
Maseno University Teaching Timetable
Maseno University Undergraduate Courses
Maseno University Undergraduate Application Form
Maseno University Vice Chancellor