Research in Developing Countries

Question 1

What considerations should you make during research ethics review when doing research in a developing country?

Answer 1

research ethics review of both countries is required - and often they aren’t standardized

Question 2

what are some impediments to consent in developing countries?

Answer 2

often a lack of familiarity with basic concepts of research

illiterate populations

unwillingness to sign based on beliefs: rights are being signed away, fear of stigma