NEHCO-IRC
Institutional Review Committee
Manmohan Memorial Institute of Health Sciences
Soalteemode-13, Kathmandu, Nepal
About NEHCO-IRC
Introduction
The Institutional Review Committee (IRC) of NEHCO IRC (Manmohan Memorial Institute of Health Sciences) Soalteemode-13, Kathmandu, Nepal, is an approved body from Nepal Health Research Council (NHRC). MMIHS-IRC established in 2013, to ensure the ethical integrity, academic quality, and relevance of research conducted within the institution. The IRC serves as a guiding and monitoring unit to uphold standards in research activities, particularly those involving human subjects and laboratory animals, in accordance with national and international ethical guidelines.
Vision
Ensuring the highest ethical standards in research, contributing to socially responsible and impactful academic and scientific research work.
Mission
Promote and safeguard ethical research practices at NEHCO-IRC, Manmohan Memorial Institute of Health Sciences by providing rigorous, fair, and timely review of research proposals, thereby fostering a culture of academic integrity and excellence.
Goals
1. To review and approve research proposals submitted by students, faculty, Clinician and external researchers in accordance with ethical guidelines.
2. To promote awareness and understanding of research ethics among the faculties, staff researchers and stakeholders.
3. To ensure that research conducted at the campus respects the rights, dignity, and welfare of participants.
4. To facilitate capacity building and training in research ethics and governance.
5. To collaborate with national and international research bodies for the continual improvement of ethical review processes.
IRC Certificate
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NEHCO-IRC Committee Members ensuring ethical research standards.
IRC Committee Members
Fee Structure
| S.N | Particular | Fee (NPR) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | For Faculties of MMIHS, MMTH and MMIMS | 1,000 | - |
| 2. | Student from other universities and institutes for data collection support | 500 | - |
| 3. | Clinician, faculty & Staff of sister organization of MMIHS For data collection support | 1,000 | - |
| 4. | PhD proposal of MMIHS Faculty | 1,000 | - |
| 5. | PhD proposal other institutes for data collection support | 2,000 | - |
| 6. | Others/ for data collection support | 2,000 | - |
Note: Fees are non-refundable
Application Process
Required Documents
- Personal covering letter addressing to NEHCO-IRC Coordinator
- Filled NEHCO-IRC application form
- Commitment form from PI and Co-investigators
- CV of Applicant
Contact Information
Submit your application to NEHCO-IRC Coordinator
