ETHICAL CLEARANCE
KENANGA: Journal of Biological Sciences and Applied Biology is committed to upholding ethical standards in biological and applied biological research. Authors are responsible for ensuring that all research submitted to the journal complies with applicable ethical guidelines, institutional regulations, and relevant national and international standards.
In Indonesia, authors may consult the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) for information on research ethical clearance and applicable procedures. Researchers can access the official BRIN ethical clearance service at:
BRIN Research Ethical Clearance Service: https://klirensetik.brin.go.id/
1. Research Involving Human Participants
Research involving human participants, human biological samples, or identifiable personal data must comply with applicable ethical standards and regulations. Authors must obtain approval from an appropriate Research Ethics Committee or Institutional Review Board (IRB), where required, before conducting the research.
Authors must provide the name of the approving ethics committee and the ethical approval or clearance number in the manuscript. Informed consent must be obtained from participants, or their legal representatives where applicable, before participation in the research.
2. Research Involving Animals
Research involving vertebrate animals or other animals subject to ethical oversight must comply with applicable animal welfare regulations and institutional guidelines. Authors must obtain approval from an appropriate animal research ethics committee before conducting the study, where required.
The manuscript must include the name of the approving committee and the ethical approval number. Authors must also describe the measures taken to minimize animal suffering and ensure appropriate animal care and handling.
3. Research Involving Panthogenic Microorganisms and Biological Materials
Research involving pathogenic microorganisms, biological specimens, genetic materials, or potentially hazardous biological agents must comply with applicable biosafety, biosecurity, and institutional requirements.
Authors are responsible for obtaining the necessary permits and approvals for the collection, handling, transportation, and use of biological materials, where required.
4. Research Involving Biodiversity and Environmental Resources
Research involving wild plants, animals, protected species, genetic resources, or protected areas must comply with applicable conservation laws and regulations. Authors must obtain the necessary research permits, collection permits, and access permissions from relevant authorities before conducting the research, where required.
Research involving genetic resources and associated traditional knowledge must comply with applicable access and benefit-sharing regulations.
5. Ethical Approval and Documentation
Authors must clearly state the ethical approval status of their research in the manuscript. When ethical approval is required, a copy of the approval letter or certificate, including the approval number, must be provided to the editorial office upon request.
If a study does not require ethical approval, authors should provide a brief justification based on the nature of the research and applicable institutional or regulatory requirements. The editorial team may request additional documentation or clarification when necessary.
For research conducted in Indonesia, authors may consult the BRIN Research Ethical Clearance Service to obtain information about applicable ethical clearance procedures:
https://klirensetik.brin.go.id/
However, authors should ensure that their research is reviewed by the appropriate ethics committee or authorized institution according to the research design, discipline, and applicable regulations.
6. Editorial Responsibilities
The editorial team of KENANGA reserves the right to request evidence of ethical approval, research permits, informed consent, or other relevant documentation. Manuscripts that do not comply with applicable ethical requirements may be rejected or withdrawn from the publication process.
The journal may also take appropriate action if ethical misconduct, inadequate ethical oversight, or inaccurate declarations are identified before or after publication.
KENANGA is committed to promoting responsible research practices, protecting research participants, ensuring animal welfare, and supporting the responsible use and conservation of biological resources.
