Save the date: Symposium 2026
We are delighted to invite you to our next joint CT-College – BAREC symposium on 28 March 2026.
More info on the dedicated symposium page: https://barec.be/symposium-2026/
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Joint CT-College – BAREC symposium 2026
We are delighted to invite you to our next joint CT-College – BAREC symposium on 28 March 2026.
ICF template for interventional clinical trials with IMP on adult patients (CTR-studies)
This template is intended to prepare an informed consent form (ICF) for adult patients participating in an interventional clinical trial.
As a kind reminder, the use of the ICF templates will become mandatory as of 1 August.
Passing of Prof. Dr. Renaat Peleman
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Prof. Dr. Renaat Peleman.
In addition to being the chairman of the Ethics Committee at UZ Gent, he was also a valued member of the BAREC Board.
Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
Harmonisation of fees
BAREC has standardized certain fees that are not legally required. This helps optimize processes and ensures greater clarity. Regularly reviewing the updated rates is essential to ensure they stay aligned with rising costs and administrative demands.
Based on the feedback received from our members, the BAREC Board has decided on the following amounts:
1. Biobank Recognition:
The initial recognition fee and bi-annual reassessment fee is increased to €2000. This better aligns with the administrative costs and efforts involved in the biobank evaluation process and the required bi-annual report submission to the EC.
2. Retrospective Commercial Studies:
The initial fee for retrospective commercial studies is set at €670.68 (in 2026). This fee is based on the fee for a non-interventional experiment.
The amendment fee will be €167.69 (in 2026).
3. Commercial studies on secondary use of HBM (Human Body Material):
We refer to the above fees for retrospective studies when applying the same rates to commercial studies involving human biological material, ensuring consistency across different study types.
4. Non-Study Specific Recruitment Materials:
A €500 fee for reviewing non-study-specific recruitment materials is appropriate, covering the time and resources needed for evaluation.
Join our new GDPR working group
To tackle key GDPR challenges, we are launching a new ad hoc working group. We are calling for members to join. Legal professionals are especially encouraged to participate and share their expertise.
The working group will focus on key action points, including:
· Developing advice on the legal grounds for processing personal data.
· Revising the confidentiality sections of the Informed Consent Form (ICF).
The working group will come to an end once the above action points are completed.
If you are interested in being part of this effort, please reach out to us at info@barec.be by 21Feb2025. Your expertise can make a real difference to provide clear guidance on GDPR issues.
We look forward to your involvement!
Renew your membership/join BAREC
Not a member yet? Please contact us at info@barec.be to get the information you need to become a member.
We look forward to having you all on board (again) in 2025!
ICF template for interventional clinical trials with trial medicine in HEALTHY adult participants
This template is intended to prepare an informed consent form (ICF) for healthy adult participants taking part in an interventional clinical trial with a trial medicine.