GUIDELINES & SOPs
This section contains the guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures and reference documents that govern research-ethics review in Kenya.
Accreditation Guidelines
The authoritative reference on the accreditation of Institutional Scientific and Ethics Review Committees, covering the process, requirements, assessment criteria and governance.
Guidelines for the ethical conduct of biomedical research involving human participants in Kenya, including standards for review of biomedical protocols by ISERCs.
Reference & Legislation
The Act establishing NACOSTI and the framework for the regulation of science, technology and innovation in Kenya.
Legal Notice No. 106 of 2014. Governs the registration and accreditation of research institutions in Kenya, including standards, application procedures, and duration of accreditation.
Legal Notice No. 107 of 2014. Sets out requirements for research relevance, quality assurance, and code of ethics; including the requirement for institutions to establish an accredited Institutional Scientific and Ethical Review Committee.
Legal Notice No. 108 of 2014. Governs the licensing of researchers, procedures for application, ethical review requirements, and compliance monitoring.