HRDI's ERC provides rigorous, expert ethics review for healthcare and clinical research studies — ensuring ethical integrity from protocol design to final publication.
Obtain the ERC Application Form in Word format and complete it with your study details.
Include the completed form, study protocol, Principal Investigator CV, Informed Consent Form (if applicable), regulatory or sponsor authorisation (if applicable), and a brief cover letter.
Send all documents to ERC@hrdi.am.
After approval, submit any substantial protocol amendments to the ERC for review before implementation.
Application form available in Word (editable).
The ERC typically completes its review within 2–4 weeks of receiving a complete submission package and confirmed payment.
The ERC reviews both observational and interventional healthcare research studies, including clinical trials, conducted in Armenia.
Informed consent is required for all research involving human participants. The ERC may grant a waiver in specific circumstances at its discretion, based on the study design and risk profile.
All studies must comply with Armenian data protection legislation and adhere to international standards for research data governance and participant privacy.
Yes. Substantial protocol amendments must be submitted to the ERC before implementation. Email ERC@hrdi.am with a description of the changes and your original approval reference.
Multi-site studies require a single application form but site-specific details must be clearly documented in the protocol. Contact us to discuss multi-site requirements before submission.
Our Ethics Review Committee team is ready to help you navigate the application process and ensure your submission is complete.
Email ERC@hrdi.am