A board that allows or disallows research. Comprised of scientists and community members. Requires researchers to bundle a package of research goals which will be approved or disapproved.
Considerations
- Is the study scientifically sound? Will produce meaningful results?
- Is research ethically sound? Will be conducted that meets ethical requirements. Considers:
- Risk Benefit Assessment
- Ethical Recruitment and Consent
- Vulnerable populations (children, homeless, prison, etc)
- Privacy and data handling
- Compensation
- Dissemination and transparency