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TOPIC 6

The fundamental principles of research ethics

Purpose: The purpose of this presentation is to provide postgraduate students and early career
researchers with an understanding of the fundamental principles of research ethics. By the end of the

presentation, participants should have a clear understanding of the ethical principles that underpin
research, and the key considerations when conducting research with human subjects.

Learning Outcomes: By the end of this presentation, participants should be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of research ethics in maintaining the integrity

of research and protecting the rights of research participants.
2. Identify the key ethical principles that guide research, including respect for persons,
beneficence, and justice.

3. Demonstrate understanding of the role of institutional review boards (IRBs) or ethics
committees in the review and approval of research involving human subjects.

4. Identify the types of research that require ethical review, such as research with vulnerable
populations or research involving sensitive topics.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the process of obtaining informed consent from research

participants, and the requirements for informed consent.
6. Identify the strategies for ensuring the confidentiality and privacy of research participants,
including data security and anonymity.

7. Demonstrate an understanding of the risks and benefits of research participation, and how to
minimize risks and maximize benefits for research participants.
8. Identify the ethical issues that may arise during research, and the strategies for addressing them,

such as conflicts of interest or breaches of confidentiality.

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