Advanced Certificate Course On Law and Ethics about Biomedical Research And Experimentation

About Gujarat National Law University:

Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India, was established by the Government of Gujarat under the Gujarat National Law University Act, 2003 and is recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and University Grants Commission (UGC). GNLU is a student-centric, multidisciplinary and research-focused University, dedicated to building an environment enabling critical thinking on fundamental legal issues. It offers B.A., LL.B. (Hon.), B.Com., LL.B. (Hon.), B.Sc. LL.B. (Hon.), B.B.A., LL.B. (Hon.), B.S.W. LL.B (Hon.), LL.M. and Ph.D. in law and allied subjects. GNLU has been ranked among the Top 5 National Law Universities in India by NIRF 2023 Rankings and the Best Law School in Gujarat with 5 Stars by GSIRF. It is the only National Law University to have established its own satellite campus at Silvassa, UT of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.

About the Course:

• What are the essential components of informed consent in biomedical research to ensure that participants fully understand and voluntarily agree to participate?
• How do researchers balance the potential benefits of a study with the risks to human participants?
• How can we protect vulnerable populations, such as children, in biomedical research?

In the dynamic and ever-evolving field of biomedical research, these questions are more critical than ever. This course will guide you through the intricacies of biomedical research ethics and law. It covers the legal framework governing research, including regulations, statutes, and case law. Additionally, it delves into the ethical principles and guidelines that guide research conduct and protect the rights of research participants.

Topics to be covered:

1. Introduction to Biomedical Research Ethics and Law     
2. National Ethical Guidelines for Biomedical and Health Research Involving Human Participants, 2017                                                                                               
3. National Ethical Guidelines for Biomedical Research Involving Children, 2017                                                                                               
4. ICMR Ethical Guidelines for Application of Artificial Intelligence in Biomedical Research and Healthcare, 2023
5. International Law and International Perspectives in Biomedical Research Ethics 
6. Ethical Committee Clearance and Formalities
7. Maintaining Records and its significance                                                                                      

Who can register:

• Medical professionals interested in Clinical Research
• Clinical Researchers (Principal investigators and Co-investigators)
• Interns and PG students having MBBS degree
• UG Medical students
• Legal professionals
• UG and PG Law students
• Research Scholars

Steps to register for the course:

1. Click on the payment link provided below. You will be redirected to the secured payment gateway. Select “Advanced Certificate Course on Law And Ethics In Relation To Biomedical Research And Experimentation” and pay INR 3,500 as the course fee.
2. Click on the registration form link provided below. You will be redirected to a Google Form. Fill in the details like name, email ID, contact number, designation, affiliation and attach a screenshot of the proof of payment.
3. You will receive an email confirming your registration within 24 hours of filling out the Registration Form.

Payment Link: Link

Registration Form: Link [Last Date of Registration – 31^st July 2024 (Wednesday)]

Attendance, Evaluation & Certification:

• 80% attendance is mandatory to be considered for evaluation
• Evaluation through a comprehension-based MCQ test
• Certificate of Completion

Course Coordinators:

For any queries, kindly email pgdmlpe@gnlu.ac.in or contact the Course Coordinators.