Ethics in research

Question 1

What are the 7 general ethical principles which apply to humans?

Answer 1

• informed consent
• deception should be avoided
• protection of participants
• debriefing
• right to withdraw
• confidentiality
• cultural sensitivity

Question 2

What are the 4 general ethical principles which apply to animals?

Answer 2

• stress and pain
• consider alternative ways
• approval of research projects by ethical committee
• researcher competence (skills and experience in doing research with animals)