North of Scotland Research Ethics Service

North of Scotland Research Ethics Service

“Research ethics committees (RECs) act as part of an efficient, accountable and independent Research Ethics Service to protect the dignity, rights, safety and well-being of people who take part in research.” Governance Arrangements for Ethics Committees 3.1.1 2020

North of Scotland Research Ethics Service located within NHS Grampian are part of a UK wide service overseen by the Health Research Authority in the UK and by the Chief Scientist Office in Scotland. 

How can we help?

  • Advise if your project would require NHS Ethics?
  • Link to tools
  • email
  • Answer questions on the Ethics Process
  • Provide links to training and other documentation
  • Review documentation before submission via IRAS

Contact details

For more information email gram.nosres@nhs.scot 

IRAS – link and further information