A group of individuals responsible for reviewing and overseeing research projects to ensure that they comply with ethical standards and guidelines
Cost Benefit Analysis
The ethical committee use a decision making process in which the benefit of doing the research is weighed against the associated costs or drawbacks
Cost Benefit Analysis
Costs include things like financial costs , time , effort or potential harm to participants - both physical and psychological
Benefits could include improvements in understanding , treatment effectiveness , or advancements in knowledge
Ethical Issues
Arise when there are conflicts between research goals , such as obtaining valid data , and the ethical treatment of participants , including principles like informed consent , deception and protection from harm ; adhering to the guidelines
