Check out our policy brief: Implementing Research Ethics Governance in HEIs & RPOs. This brief introduces the irecs four-pillar governance framework and offers actionable recommendations. It’s a valuable resource for institutional leaders – find it here: irp.cdn-website.com/...
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irecs is an EU funded project whose mission is to train researchers and research ethics committees to anticipate and mitigate ethical issues in four technologies: genome editing, AI in healthcare, Extended Reality and biobanking. https://www.irecs.eu/
Video highlights: Check out our YouTube page for videos covering cross-cutting themes in the research ethics world, including fairness and inclusivity, collaborative research, and data privacy. Find our channel here:
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Blog spotlight: irecs Train-the-Trainer workshop! Trainers from around the world shared strategies to bring irecs online modules into local contexts. A powerful example of capacity building in research ethics. Read the blog:
Insights from the irecs Train-the-Trainer Workshop
On 3-4 April 2025, the irecs Amsterdam team hosted an engaging two-day Train-the-Trainer event in the Netherlands.
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Highlight from the deliverables: D2.3 — Ethical challenges outside the EU. This report expands how global research contexts shape ethical review practices. A key read for anyone working internationally. Read it here: irp.cdn-website.com/...
The irecs project issued recommendations about four groups of emerging technologies: extended reality, AI for healthcare, genome editing, and biobanking. You can read our recommendations and policy briefs for each of these categories here: www.irecs.eu/new-tec...
Today, we're reflecting on our time at the ENRIO 2025 conference in Ljubljana, where irecs partners shared insights on research integrity, power dynamics, and ethical culture. Check it out: www.irecs.eu/enrio-2...
The irecs Implementation Guide is free to download from our website. This practical report outlines how institutions can embed irecs training modules and ethics governance frameworks in their organisations. Check it out: irp.cdn-website.com/...
Check out this blog reflecting on global research ethics and how committees outside the EU operate. A fascinating look at ethics practices worldwide and what European systems can learn from their experience. Read it here:
Research Ethics around the World — irecs
How do research ethics committees work in other parts of the world? What works well, what are the challenges such committees face and how are they different from the ethics committees in the EU?
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Did you see our blog on engaging citizens in the design of ethics review processes? It spotlighted the importance of public participation in strengthening research governance and co-creation of ethics frameworks. Read it here: www.irecs.eu/kopie-n...
Dive into the irecs Deliverables & Reports page to access key reports like recommendations on ethical challenges and proposals for adapting ethics review processes. These documents provide evidence-based insights to inform your work on research governance. Access them here: www.irecs.eu/deliver...
New on the irecs YouTube channel: An interview with Francis Kombe, who shares his perspective as a Research Ethics Committee chair in South Africa. Watch it here:
Francis Kombe: Perspective from a REC chair in Africa
irecs interview with Francis Kombe of EthiXPERT South Africa sharing perspectives from a REC chair in Africa -- Funded by the European Union. UK participants in Horizon Europe Project irecs are supported by UK Research and Innovation grant numbers 10055935 (University of Central Lancashire) and 1003
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One of our recent blogs explores how the irecs training materials are being used in practice, including the launch of a new eCampus course at the University of Bonn. A great example of training in action for doctoral students and future ethics experts – read more: www.irecs.eu/new-eca...
Did you know irecs offers policy briefs on key ethical challenges in research with emerging technologies? From AI in healthcare to genome editing and extended reality, these concise guides provide practical insights for ethics committees and research institutions. www.irecs.eu/deliverables...
Deliverables and Reports — irecs
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We’ve just released the final edition of the irecs newsletter, highlighting the project’s key results and latest activities. Check it out here: zcv3-zcmp.campaign-view.eu/ua/SharedVie...
📨irecs: the final newsletter
📨irecs: the final newsletter
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We’ve just sent out a special edition of the irecs newsletter summarising the highlights from our final event, “Understanding Ethics in Tech - irecs and the Future of Research Ethics Governance.” Read it here: zcv3-zcmp.campaign-view.eu/ua/SharedVie...
irecs special edition: final conference highlights
irecs special edition: final conference highlights
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Looking to deepen your understanding of research ethics in the age of new technologies? The irecs training materials offer a flexible self-directed learning experience covering ethics basics and modules on AI in healthcare, gene editing, biobanking and extended reality. www.irecs.eu/irecs-traini...
Overview of irecs Training Materials on ENERI Classroom
An overview of and introduction to the different sets of learning materials for researchers and students of the irecs-associated project eneri classroom.
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Our latest blog takes a look at the irecs online modules, developed to support students, researchers & research ethics reviewers navigate ethics & integrity in research. The modules focus on topics such as AI in healthcare, biobanking, gene editing & extended reality. www.irecs.eu/introducing-...
Introducing the irecs online learning resources
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Fresh insights from the @irecs.bsky.social “Train-the-Trainer” session in Amsterdam! 🌍 Catherine Dean shares her impressions of the irecs ethics training modules. Interested in research ethics training and new technologies? 🎥 Watch now: ➡️https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnJ6AN1_yxE
CHANGER participated in the Final Conference of @irecs.bsky.social on 11–12.12.2025 in Brussels, and worked jointly with projects & @ec.europa.eu to better address AI-related ethical challenges and align with the EU AI Act. #CHANGERProject #ResearchEthics #AIEthics #EUAIAct #EthicsInTech
In this new video, Catherine Dean, shares her practical plans for using the @irecs.bsky.social modules in her courses. Interested in how to bring cutting-edge research ethics training to your own classroom? Watch now!🎥➡️https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXUhEmtVUEQ
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Are you an early career researcher interested in the ethical challenges of emerging technologies? ➡️Join our LinkedIn community to connect with peers and collaborate on research across a range of cutting-edge fields! https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13152166/ #ethics #emergingtech #research
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New irecs videos 📽️ The videos from our training in research ethics are now on YouTube. They cover topics including critical thinking & ethics, the ethical impacts of #AI in healthcare, and case studies such as biobanking, gene editing, and AI & malaria. Watch here: www.youtube.com/@irecsProject
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We developed a comprehensive resource designed to educate individuals on research ethics & research integrity. The materials offer a flexible and in-depth learning experience for a range of users, from beginners to experienced professionals. 🔗 https://www.irecs.eu/irecs-training-materials
Are you an early career researcher interested in the ethical challenges of emerging technologies? ➡️Join our LinkedIn community to connect with peers and collaborate on research across a range of cutting-edge fields! https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13152166/ #ethics #emergingtech #research
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We developed a comprehensive resource designed to educate individuals on research ethics & research integrity. The materials offer a flexible and in-depth learning experience for a range of users, from beginners to experienced professionals. 🔗 https://www.irecs.eu/irecs-training-materials
We developed a comprehensive resource designed to educate individuals on research ethics & research integrity. The materials offer a flexible and in-depth learning experience for a range of users, from beginners to experienced professionals. 🔗 https://www.irecs.eu/irecs-training-materials
CSOs - it's the last day to complete our survey gathering your insights on the ethics review process, and how #CSOs can contribute to ethical, trustworthy research. More details below! #civilsociety #civilsocietyorganisation #CSO #ethics #research #ethicsreview
Survey opportunity for CSOs: irecs invites CSOs to share their perspectives on the ethics review process in research and innovation. Take the survey here: ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/run... #survey #ethics #researchethics #CSOs #innovation