Our Services
We ensure ethical standards, compliance, and integrity in research across Liberia through comprehensive services and support.
Comprehensive Research Ethics Services
The National Research Ethics Board of Liberia provides a comprehensive suite of services designed to ensure that all research conducted in Liberia meets the highest ethical standards while protecting the rights and welfare of research participants.
Our services are tailored to meet the needs of researchers, institutions, and communities, providing guidance, oversight, and support throughout the research lifecycle. From initial protocol review to ongoing monitoring and capacity building, we are committed to fostering a culture of ethical research excellence.
Ethical Review & Approval
Comprehensive review and approval of research protocols to ensure compliance with ethical standards and regulatory requirements.
- Initial protocol review and approval
- Amendment review and approval
- Continuing review procedures
- Expedited review for minimal risk studies
Research Protocol Evaluation
Thorough evaluation of research methodologies, risk assessments, and participant protection measures.
- Scientific merit assessment
- Risk-benefit analysis
- Informed consent evaluation
- Participant selection criteria review
Compliance Monitoring
Ongoing monitoring of approved research to ensure continued compliance with ethical standards throughout the study.
- Site visits and inspections
- Progress report reviews
- Adverse event monitoring
- Protocol deviation tracking
Researcher Guidance & Training
Comprehensive training programs and guidance for researchers on ethical conduct and best practices.
- Basic research ethics training
- Advanced ethics workshops
- IRB member training
- Custom institutional training
Policy Development
Development and updating of national research ethics policies and guidelines in line with international standards.
- Guidelines development
- Policy review and updates
- Standard operating procedures
- Regulatory framework development
Data Protection & Participant Safety
Ensuring robust data protection measures and participant safety protocols in all research activities.
- Data privacy protection
- Safety monitoring systems
- Confidentiality assurance
- Participant rights protection
Our Service Process
Submission
Researchers submit complete applications with all required documentation through our online portal.
Review
Our expert committees conduct thorough ethical review following international standards.
Decision
Ethical approval is granted, conditional approval provided, or protocols returned for revision.
Monitoring
Ongoing compliance monitoring ensures continued adherence to ethical standards throughout the study.
Ethical Review & Approval
Our ethical review and approval service is the cornerstone of research oversight in Liberia. We ensure that all research involving human participants meets the highest ethical standards before commencement.
Review Criteria
- Scientific validity and merit
- Risk-benefit ratio assessment
- Informed consent process adequacy
- Participant selection fairness
- Data privacy and confidentiality
- Vulnerable population protection
- Community benefit consideration
Review Types
Full Review
Required for research involving more than minimal risk, vulnerable populations, or sensitive topics. Conducted by the full ethics committee.
Expedited Review
Available for minimal risk research, minor amendments to approved protocols, or continuing review of approved studies.
Research Protocol Evaluation
Our comprehensive protocol evaluation service ensures that research methodologies are scientifically sound and ethically appropriate. We assess every aspect of the research design to protect participants and ensure study validity.
Evaluation Components
- Research methodology assessment
- Sample size and statistical power evaluation
- Inclusion/exclusion criteria review
- Data collection and analysis methods
- Adverse event management plans
- Compensation and benefits assessment
- Community engagement strategies
Compliance Monitoring
Our compliance monitoring service ensures that approved research studies continue to meet ethical standards throughout their duration. We conduct regular monitoring activities to protect participants and maintain research integrity.
Monitoring Activities
- Regular site visits and inspections
- Progress report reviews
- Adverse event reporting and analysis
- Protocol deviation tracking
- Informed consent process audits
- Data integrity verification
- Participant feedback collection
Training & Capacity Building
We provide comprehensive training programs to build research ethics capacity across Liberia. Our training services cater to researchers, ethics committee members, and institutional leaders.
Training Programs
Basic Research Ethics
Introduction to fundamental ethical principles, informed consent, and basic research ethics concepts.
Advanced Ethics Workshop
In-depth exploration of complex ethical issues, case studies, and practical application of ethics principles.
IRB Member Training
Specialized training for ethics committee members on review processes, decision-making, and regulatory compliance.
Institutional Capacity Building
Custom training programs for institutions to establish and maintain effective ethics review systems.
Policy Development
Our policy development service ensures that Liberia maintains current and comprehensive research ethics policies aligned with international standards and local context.
Policy Services
- National ethics guidelines development
- Standard operating procedures creation
- Regulatory framework establishment
- Policy review and updates
- International guideline adaptation
- Stakeholder consultation facilitation
- Policy implementation support
Ready to Start Your Research?
Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can support your research endeavors.