The Korean Journal of Nuclear Medicine Technology
「핵의학기술」 연구윤리위원회규정
Mar. 23. 2023
Apr. 04. 2026
Article 1 (Purpose)
The purpose of these Regulations is to prescribe matters concerning the composition and operation of the Research Ethics Committee (hereinafter referred to as the “Committee”), which is established to deliberate on and investigate matters concerning the research and publication ethics of the Korean Society of Nuclear Medicine Technology (KSNMT; hereinafter the “Society”) and The Korean Journal of Nuclear Medicine Technology (KJNMT; hereinafter the “Journal”). The Committee shall have jurisdiction over research and publication ethics matters concerning members of the Society and persons who submit manuscripts to the Journal and, with respect to reviewers, members of the Editorial Board, and other persons involved in the Journal’s peer-review, editing, or publication processes, matters related to their respective duties.
The purpose of these Regulations is to prescribe matters concerning the composition and operation of the Research Ethics Committee (hereinafter referred to as the “Committee”), which is established to deliberate on and investigate matters concerning the research and publication ethics of the Korean Society of Nuclear Medicine Technology (KSNMT; hereinafter the “Society”) and The Korean Journal of Nuclear Medicine Technology (KJNMT; hereinafter the “Journal”). The Committee shall have jurisdiction over research and publication ethics matters concerning members of the Society and persons who submit manuscripts to the Journal and, with respect to reviewers, members of the Editorial Board, and other persons involved in the Journal’s peer-review, editing, or publication processes, matters related to their respective duties.
Article 2 (Composition and Role)
① The Committee shall consist of one Chairperson, one Secretary, and five Members.
② The Chairperson shall be appointed by the President of the Society, represent the Committee, and convene and preside over its meetings. If the Chairperson is unable to perform their duties, a Member designated by the Chairperson may act on their behalf.
③ The Secretary and members shall be appointed by the Chairperson and shall deliberate and decide on all matters concerning the research and publication ethics of the Society and the Journal.
④ The Committee shall be guaranteed independence in exercising the authority within the scope of its duties.
⑤ If the Chairperson determines that a specific investigation of suspected research ethics violations is necessary, the Chairperson may establish a subcommittee. The subcommittee shall consist of no more than three members of the Editorial Board, none of whom may concurrently serve as a member of the Research Ethics Committee.
① The Committee shall consist of one Chairperson, one Secretary, and five Members.
② The Chairperson shall be appointed by the President of the Society, represent the Committee, and convene and preside over its meetings. If the Chairperson is unable to perform their duties, a Member designated by the Chairperson may act on their behalf.
③ The Secretary and members shall be appointed by the Chairperson and shall deliberate and decide on all matters concerning the research and publication ethics of the Society and the Journal.
④ The Committee shall be guaranteed independence in exercising the authority within the scope of its duties.
⑤ If the Chairperson determines that a specific investigation of suspected research ethics violations is necessary, the Chairperson may establish a subcommittee. The subcommittee shall consist of no more than three members of the Editorial Board, none of whom may concurrently serve as a member of the Research Ethics Committee.
Article 3 (Term of Office)
The term of office for the Chairperson, Secretary, and Members shall be three years, and they may be reappointed.
The term of office for the Chairperson, Secretary, and Members shall be three years, and they may be reappointed.
Article 4 (Functions)
The Committee shall review and decide on the following matters:
1. Matters concerning the establishment and operation of systems related to research ethics and research integrity.
2. Establishment and operation of monitoring and management systems to prevent research misconduct and ensure compliance with research ethics within the Society and the Journal.
3. Matters concerning the receipt and handling of reports of misconduct.
4. Matters concerning the initiation of investigations into research misconduct and research ethics issues and the approval of investigation results.
5. Matters concerning measures to protect Informants and restore the reputation of Respondents.
6. Matters concerning the handling of research integrity verification results and subsequent measures.
7. Other matters referred by the Chairperson.
The Committee shall review and decide on the following matters:
1. Matters concerning the establishment and operation of systems related to research ethics and research integrity.
2. Establishment and operation of monitoring and management systems to prevent research misconduct and ensure compliance with research ethics within the Society and the Journal.
3. Matters concerning the receipt and handling of reports of misconduct.
4. Matters concerning the initiation of investigations into research misconduct and research ethics issues and the approval of investigation results.
5. Matters concerning measures to protect Informants and restore the reputation of Respondents.
6. Matters concerning the handling of research integrity verification results and subsequent measures.
7. Other matters referred by the Chairperson.
Article 5 (Meetings)
① The Chairperson shall convene the Committee when the Chairperson deems it necessary, when a majority of all serving members so request, or when a research ethics case is received. When a research ethics case is received, the Committee shall deliberate and decide on the case within 60 days after receipt.
② Meetings shall, in principle, be closed. When necessary, persons who are not Committee members may be invited to attend and express their opinions.
③ A quorum shall consist of a majority of all serving members of the Committee. A resolution shall require the affirmative vote of a majority of the members present and eligible to vote.
④ The Chairperson shall have no vote, but shall have a casting vote in the event of a tie.
⑤ When a final Determination concerning a research ethics violation has been made, the Committee shall notify the Informant and the Respondent in writing without delay. An Informant or Respondent who objects to the Determination may request reconsideration once, within seven days after receiving notice. The Chairperson may dismiss a request for reconsideration if the Chairperson determines that no new grounds or evidence, beyond the facts already established, could affect the Determination.
① The Chairperson shall convene the Committee when the Chairperson deems it necessary, when a majority of all serving members so request, or when a research ethics case is received. When a research ethics case is received, the Committee shall deliberate and decide on the case within 60 days after receipt.
② Meetings shall, in principle, be closed. When necessary, persons who are not Committee members may be invited to attend and express their opinions.
③ A quorum shall consist of a majority of all serving members of the Committee. A resolution shall require the affirmative vote of a majority of the members present and eligible to vote.
④ The Chairperson shall have no vote, but shall have a casting vote in the event of a tie.
⑤ When a final Determination concerning a research ethics violation has been made, the Committee shall notify the Informant and the Respondent in writing without delay. An Informant or Respondent who objects to the Determination may request reconsideration once, within seven days after receiving notice. The Chairperson may dismiss a request for reconsideration if the Chairperson determines that no new grounds or evidence, beyond the facts already established, could affect the Determination.
Article 6 (Preparation and Reporting of Meeting Minutes)
The Secretary shall prepare minutes of Committee meetings containing the following matters and shall report important resolutions to the President of the Society.
1. Date and time the meeting was convened.
2. Meeting location.
3. Names of Members present and absent.
4. Progress reports, agenda items, and resolutions.
5. Other matters deemed necessary.
The Secretary shall prepare minutes of Committee meetings containing the following matters and shall report important resolutions to the President of the Society.
1. Date and time the meeting was convened.
2. Meeting location.
3. Names of Members present and absent.
4. Progress reports, agenda items, and resolutions.
5. Other matters deemed necessary.
Article 7 (Operational Rules)
Matters concerning the Committee’s investigation, deliberation, decision-making, and reconsideration procedures that are not provided for in these Regulations shall be governed by the Journal’s Research Ethics Regulations. Other matters necessary for the operation of the Committee may be separately prescribed by resolution of the Committee.
Matters concerning the Committee’s investigation, deliberation, decision-making, and reconsideration procedures that are not provided for in these Regulations shall be governed by the Journal’s Research Ethics Regulations. Other matters necessary for the operation of the Committee may be separately prescribed by resolution of the Committee.