In commemoration of CAREB-ACCER’s Silver Jubilee, this year’s conference theme, Past Advances and Future Considerations for Ethical Research, reflects on the journey of the research ethics community – where we have been and where we need to go. As Canadian society evolves, technological innovations accelerate, and scientific advancements transform research landscapes, it is essential to examine how historical and current research ethics frameworks have served us. We must also consider how these frameworks should continue to evolve to ensure all members of the research communities including REBs are prepared for the inevitable changes, allowing us to principally maintain our obligation towards the protection of human research participants.
The conference program will feature key topics including:
These discussions will examine historical frameworks and explore how they must adapt to address emerging ethical challenges arising from new, innovative study designs and technologies.
Research ethics is a shared accountability among researchers, research ethics practitioners, funders, policymakers, participants and the communities in which they live. The conference will engage a broad audience of research ethics board members, administrators, researchers, funders, policymakers, participants and the communities.
The conference will be delivered through various virtual formats (including webcast, webinar, video conference and virtual posters) to maximize engagement and accessibility. Attendees will be able to participate in interactive keynote addresses, panel discussions, breakout sessions, and hands-on workshops.
Have a question?
Email registration@careb-accer.org to contact the Conference Directors.
Important Dates
January 27, 2025 – Submission deadline. No proposals accepted after this date
February 14, 2025- Applicants are informed of the status of their submission by CAREB-ACCER’s Conference Planning Committee (CPP)
February 21, 2025- Deadline to confirm availability to present at the conference
April 3, 2025 – Deadline to provide a final copy of materials, to allow for the translation of materials.
