etikprövningsnämnd
Etikprövningsnämnd, often translated as the Ethical Review Authority or Ethical Review Board, is a Swedish governmental body responsible for reviewing research involving humans, human biological samples, and human biological material. Its primary purpose is to ensure that such research is conducted ethically and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, prioritizing the integrity, safety, and well-being of the research participants.
The board assesses research proposals to determine if they meet ethical standards, which include aspects like
Applications for ethical approval are submitted by researchers or research institutions. The Ethical Review Authority then