Dr. Miriam Muga
Kabarak University Scientific and Ethics Review Committee (ISERC)
The Kabarak University Scientific and Ethics Review Committee is fully accredited by the National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI), on the recommendation of the National Bioethics Committee (NBC), to review research proposals for ethical clearance before the issuance of research permits.
Committee Mandate
The Institutional Scientific and Ethics Review Committee performs the following functions:
Developing policies, processes and guidelines on ethical review at the University.
Reviewing, evaluating and deciding on the ethical merits of research proposals to ensure and guarantee the rights, dignity, safety and protection of actual or potential individuals, animals and communities participating in research.
Ensuring compliance with ethical standards.
Providing advice and assistance on ethical standards to anyone undertaking such research or teaching.
Handling complaints or queries from interested persons concerning ethics in research activities.
Granting ethical approval for research activities undertaken by University staff, students and other parties seeking review and approval from KUREC.
Committee Members
The committee comprises the following members:
