biomedical research ethics

Biomedical research ethics involves the principles and guidelines that govern how research is conducted in medicine and biology, ensuring the rights and well-being of participants are protected. Key ethical considerations include informed consent, where participants must understand what the study entails, and confidentiality, ensuring their personal information is secure. Researchers must also aim for fairness in selecting participants and minimize harm while maximizing benefits. Ethical oversight is provided by institutional review boards (IRBs) that evaluate research proposals to ensure adherence to these standards, fostering trust and integrity in the scientific process.