Workshops
1. Human Research Ethics and IRB Essentials for Investigators
Trainer: Dr. Almuthanna K. Alkaraki
Date: November 26, 2025
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Faculty of Science Building, Yarmouk University
Summary:
Dr. Almuthanna K. Alkaraki is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Yarmouk University and an active member of the Arab Academy for Responsible Conduct of Research (AA-RCR). He holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering and Biotechnology from the University of Massachusetts–Lowell and has extensive experience in bioinformatics, molecular biology, and research ethics. He has served in several academic and leadership roles, including IRB committee membership and departmental leadership, and has contributed to numerous research publications and postgraduate supervision.
In this workshop, Dr. Alkaraki provided an applied introduction to human research ethics and IRB fundamentals, discussing core ethical principles, informed consent, protocol evaluation, and common challenges faced by investigators. He enriched the session with practical examples from his IRB experience to illustrate how ethical review processes protect participants and support research integrity.
Participants: More than 50 attendees.
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2. Clinical Research Ethics and Research Misconduct
Trainer: Faris Tbayshat
Date: October 18, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Jordan Pharmacist Association – Irbid
Summary:
This workshop focused on ethical foundations of clinical research, historical cases, informed consent challenges,
confidentiality, and types of misconduct including fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism.
Participants: 350 attendees.
Duration: 3 hours.
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3. Law and Biomedical Ethics Workshop
Trainer: Dr. Rani Shatnawi
Date: December 3, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Faculty of Pharmacy, Seminars Room – JUST
Dr. Rani Shatnawi is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences at Jordan University of Science and Technology, with extensive experience in clinical leadership, academic teaching, and research across the UK and Jordan. His background includes leading critical care units, supervising postgraduate research, and delivering advanced training in healthcare ethics, leadership, and clinical practice. His multidisciplinary expertise allowed him to provide a comprehensive perspective on the intersection between biomedical ethics, healthcare regulation, and professional responsibility.
In this workshop, Dr. Shatnawi offered an in-depth discussion on the relationship between law and biomedical ethics, including regulatory frameworks, patient rights, ethical responsibility in practice, and legal considerations in both clinical and research settings. He also highlighted real-world cases from his clinical and academic experience to illustrate how ethical and legal principles guide decision-making in healthcare environments.
.0+He also shared a public post reflecting on the value and impact of the Biomedical Ethics program, highlighting its importance for advancing ethical and professional standards in healthcare education in Jordan. The post can be accessed here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16g2wBNmrK/?mibextid=wwXIfr.
Webinars
1. Research Integrity: From Authorship to Publication
Lecturer: Yusra ElRahal, MSc Biomedical Ethics
Date: September 29
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Platform: Microsoft Teams
Summary:
This webinar discussed authorship ethics, transparency, responsible publication practices, and ethical dilemmas.
It highlighted fair credit allocation, avoiding plagiarism, and integrity in the publication process.
2. Why We Should Give Attention to Neuroethics?
Lecturer: Sana Chanina, MSc Biomedical Ethics, BSc Pharmacy
Date: October 31 (Friday)
Time: 8:00–9:00 p.m. (Jordan Time)
Platform: Microsoft Teams
Summary:
This webinar explained the importance of neuroethics in addressing challenges arising from new brain technologies, including privacy, cognitive enhancement, and ethical concerns in neuroscience research. The webinar was organized in collaboration with Al-Zarqa University and the Scientific Research Club of the Faculty of Pharmacy at Zarqa University, further enriching the discussion through multidisciplinary engagement and academic partnership.
3. Ethics in Research: From Past Mistakes to Future Safeguards
Lecturer: Bayan Amareen, MD
Date: September 25, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Platform: Microsoft Teams
Summary:
This webinar explored major historical research ethics violations, lessons learned, and current safeguards designed
to protect participants. Topics included informed consent evolution, risk–benefit analysis, and modern ethical
standards that guide responsible research today.
