Ethical Review

/ˈɛθɪkəl rɪˈvjuː/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A formal evaluation of research proposals to ensure compliance with ethical standards protecting human subjects or animals.
    The clinical trial could not commence until it passed the ethical review.

Forms

  • ethical review
  • ethical reviews

Commentary

Ethical review typically involves an independent committee assessing research protocols, focusing on minimizing risk and safeguarding participants' rights.

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