The Research Ethics Committee of Centro Studi Affido provides ethical review of research projects conducted by affiliated researchers and partner organisations.
All research projects promoted by Centro Studi Affido are subject to prior ethical review and approval, in accordance with the Committee’s Regulations.
Applications must be submitted before participant recruitment or data collection begins.
Who can apply?
Ethical review may be requested by researchers affiliated with Centro Studi Affido and organisations collaborating with the Centre.
Eligible projects may include academic research, doctoral studies, national and international research collaborations, and studies intended for scientific publication.
How to apply
Applicants should complete the Ethical Review Request Form and provide the documentation necessary for the assessment, including:
- Research protocol, objectives and methodology.
- Information about researchers, funding and potential conflicts of interest.
- Participant recruitment procedures and research instruments.
- Participant information sheets and informed consent documents.
- Data protection and management procedures.
- Assessment of potential risks and measures to protect participants.
The completed application and supporting documents must be submitted to the Research Ethics Committee Secretariat.
Review process
The Committee assesses the submitted documentation and may request additional information or modifications before issuing its opinion.
The final decision is communicated to the applicant, together with any recommendations or conditions.
Ethical approval is limited to the research protocol submitted for review. Substantial changes to the approved project may require a new assessment.
Application documents
Ethical Review Request Form
Research Ethics Committee Regulations