Ethical Considerations in R&D

Basic Policy

Guided by our corporate philosophy, “Happiness, for the Next Generations”, Kitazato view ethical integrity in research and development as a cornerstone of our work in reproductive medicine.

As a company entrusted with technologies at the threshold of life, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of human rights, bioethics, and animal welfare, ensuring our R&D activities continue to earn the trust of society.

Ethical Considerations in Research Using Human-Derived Materials and Information

We are dedicated to the ethical management of human-derived materials and health information. In all reproductive medicine research, we operate in full compliance with national ethics guidelines and relevant laws, prioritizing participant rights and data privacy above all else.

Under our internal governance framework, we subject all research involving human samples to rigorous ethical and scientific validation. This ensures that every activity we undertake meets the highest bars of transparency and integrity.

Disclosure of Research Ethics Information

When materials and information are utilized in research, appropriate disclosure of research information is conducted in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, and research ethics guidelines.
We place importance on gaining the understanding and trust of research participants and respond sincerely to inquiries and requests regarding participation in or use of research.

Ethical Considerations in Clinical Research and Trials

When conducting research or clinical trials involving human subjects, we give the highest priority to the protection of participants’ human rights, personal information, safety, and welfare.

In compliance with legal and regulatory standards, we only proceed with such research after our internal review processes have thoroughly confirmed its ethical and scientific validity.

Ethical Considerations in Animal Experiments

In our research and development, we treat animal welfare with the utmost respect and strictly observe all governing laws and guidelines.

We conduct animal experiments appropriately and only within the minimum necessary scope, adhering strictly to the 3Rs (Replacement, Reduction, and Refinement).

Education and Organizational Framework

To ensure that every officer and employee involved in R&D shares a unified ethical vision, we implement continuous education and awareness-raising programs.

Furthermore, we maintain and continuously review our internal systems to ensure that ethical considerations remain deeply integrated into every stage of the research and development process.