The Local Bioethics Committee of the Research Institute for Biological Safety Problems is an independent expert body responsible for ethical review of scientific research.
The Committee ensures compliance with bioethical principles, biosafety requirements, and protection of the rights, safety, and well-being of research participants.
A key feature of the Committee is the integration of bioethics and biosafety, which is particularly important for research involving microorganisms, viruses, biological agents, and laboratory animals.
Main Activities
The Committee performs:
- ethical review of research projects
- risk-benefit assessment
- evaluation of biosafety compliance
- review of studies involving biological materials, microorganisms, viruses, and laboratory animals
- monitoring of approved research
- review of protocol amendments
- review of reported violations
Biosafety and Specialized Review
The Committee evaluates research involving:
- pathogenic biological agents
- biosafety levels (BSL laboratories)
- handling of biological materials
- protection of personnel and the environment
External experts may be engaged when necessary.
International Standards and Publications
The Committee operates in accordance with international ethical standards.
Ethical approval by the LBC is required for:
- publication in international scientific journals
- participation in international research projects
- submission of international grant applications
The Committee provides:
- Ethics Approval Number
- Ethical Approval Certificate
- standard Ethics Statement wording
Why Our LBC
- integration of bioethics and biosafety
- expertise in research with pathogenic agents
- compliance with international standards
- focus on international publications and grants
- involvement of independent experts
Regulatory Documents
Available documents include:
- order establishing the Committee
- Regulation of the LBC
- SOPs
- application forms
- other regulatory materials
Submission Process
- Prepare required documents
- Submit to the Committee Secretary
- Await registration and review
The process is regulated by SOPs.
Contact Information
Secretary of the Local Bioethics Committee: Alina Kurmasheva
E-mail: a.kurmasheva@biosafety.kz