On October 13, a research ethics seminar was held at Caucasus University as part of the 11th Annual International Scientific Conference, “Education, Science and Technology for a Sustainable Future.”

The seminar was led by the affiliated professors of Caucasus University:  Tatia Chokoraia and Maia Matchavariani.

The aim of the seminar was to highlight the importance of ethical principles in research, introduce international standards, and discuss their practical application.

During the seminar, participants were introduced to the key principles of international declarations and guidelines on research ethics. Particular attention was given to assessing ethical risks and benefits in the planning and implementation of research, obtaining informed consent, protecting research participants’ rights and confidentiality, and ensuring responsible data management.

The seminar also addressed the role of Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) in the ethical review of research projects, the fundamental principles of reviewing research ethics applications, and the importance of providing appropriate justification for ethical decisions made by researchers.

The seminar was conducted in an interactive format, allowing participants to discuss practical examples and explore how international ethical standards can be applied in real-world research situations, as well as the key ethical considerations researchers should take into account at different stages of the research process.

The seminar contributed to enhancing participants’ understanding of research ethics and raising awareness of the importance of responsible research practices.