Adequate, understandable and voluntary informed consent is central to every approved study. Consent materials should cover:
- voluntary participation and the purpose of the research
- procedures and their duration
- potential risks and potential benefits
- alternatives, where applicable
- confidentiality of information
- the right to refuse participation and the right to withdraw at any time without penalty
- contact information for questions and concerns
- how consent will be documented
For studies in Bangladesh, a Bangla version of the information sheet and consent form should be provided where participants read Bangla. Downloadable English and Bangla templates are published in the resource library once approved by the Committee.
BACRS Research Ethics Committee operates under the governance of the Bangladesh Academy of Clinical Research Society. Ethical review is conducted in accordance with the policies and Standard Operating Procedures adopted by the Society as they are published on this site, with reference to applicable national and international ethical guidelines. References to BMRC guidelines, international ethical guidelines or other regulatory frameworks do not by themselves constitute endorsement, accreditation, registration or authorization by those organizations. Where research is subject to additional governmental, institutional, regulatory or sponsor requirements, investigators remain responsible for obtaining all applicable approvals before commencing the research.