Ethical research is research that:
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Upholds the core ethical principles of respect for persons, beneficence and justice
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Protects rights, safety and the well-being of human subjects
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Is compliant with all applicable statutory regulations and guidelines
Criteria for approval of a given research study
In order to be approved for a clinical study at one of RSDH’s exceptional research hospitals, the following criteria must be met in full:
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Scientific design and method of the study – research is ethically acceptable only if it relies on valid scientific methods
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Risks and potential benefits – risks are minimised, and are reasonable in relation to anticipated benefits
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Appropriate selection of study population and recruitment of research participants
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Inducements, financial benefits, and financial costs – the amount and method of payment to subjects is such as to assure they neither present problems of coercion or undue influence on the trial subjects
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Protection of research participants’ privacy and confidentiality
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Includes an informed consent process
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Respects community considerations
