Ethics and Quality Hand in Hand in Science: Laboratory Animals Conference by the Quality Club

The Üsküdar University Quality Club put ethical standards, one of the most sensitive aspects of scientific research, under the spotlight at a conference held on January 08, 2026. At the event featuring Asst. Prof. Dr. Burcu Çevreli, quality management and responsible research processes in laboratory animal studies were discussed in detail.

The Quality Club, Üsküdar University’s society focused on academic standards and scientific rigor, held an event serving as a guide for aspiring researchers. The conference titled "Ethical Standards and Quality Management in Laboratory Animal Research," held on January 08, 2026 in classroom A108 of Block A at the Main Campus, examined the elements that ensure the reliability of scientific processes.

The event’s guest speaker, Asst. Prof. Dr. Burcu Çevreli, emphasized that ethical principles in scientific studies involving laboratory animals are not only a legal obligation but also a matter of conscience. In the session held on January 08, 2026, legislative processes, ethics committee approval mechanisms and the protection of laboratory animal welfare were addressed with a quality-focused approach.

At the conference, where it was noted that the correct application of quality standards is critical for scientific outputs to be sustainable and reliable, the international norms researchers must comply with were discussed. In addition to theoretical knowledge, participants gained valuable insights from Dr. Burcu Çevreli on the operational details to be observed in responsible research processes.

Quality Club officials stated that they will continue such informative activities to improve the quality of scientific work conducted at the university and to instill in students a working discipline that complies with standards. The gathering on January 08, 2026 reinforced students’ awareness of observing ethical rules and integrating quality management systems into scientific studies.

At the end of the program, the message was conveyed that ethics and quality are inseparable in the world of science, and Dr. Burcu Çevreli was thanked for her contributions. Carried out with the support of the Directorate of Health, Culture and Sports (HCS), this high-quality academic activity once again affirmed Üsküdar University’s "Ethical Science" vision.