ethics approval

Ethics approval is a formal review process that ensures research involving people, animals, or sensitive data is conducted responsibly and safely. It is carried out by an independent committee called an ethics review board, which evaluates whether the study respects participants’ rights, maintains confidentiality, minimizes risks, and follows ethical standards. This approval helps protect individuals and ensure the research is conducted with integrity, quality, and respect. Obtaining ethics approval is a crucial step before starting research to demonstrate that the study meets ethical guidelines and legal requirements.