Ethics, Equity & Informed Consent

Data Access Committees and Governance for Secondary Use Requests Data Access Committees and Governance for Secondary Use Requests This article serves as a comprehensive guide for clinical operations, regulatory affairs, and medical affairs professionals engaged in clinical research in the US, UK, and EU. It offers an in-depth understanding of Data Access Committees (DACs) and…

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Creating Participant Information Sheets on Data Sharing and Future Research In the evolving landscape of clinical research, ethical considerations surrounding data sharing and future research are paramount. This article provides a comprehensive step-by-step guide for clinical trial investigators on developing Participant Information Sheets (PIS) that address privacy, confidentiality, and the secondary use of data. Understanding…

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Public Registries, Data Repositories and Participant Expectations of Privacy In the domain of clinical trials, managing participant data with both efficacy and ethics is paramount. The advent of numerous public registries and data repositories has created new frameworks for how data is collected, stored, and utilized within clinical trial management. This article directs clinical operations,…

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Biobank Governance and Secondary Use of Stored Specimens Biobanks have become invaluable resources for advancing research, particularly in the context of clinical trials. As the use of stored specimens for secondary research purposes increases, so too does the need to address complex issues surrounding governance, privacy, and ethical considerations. This article delivers a comprehensive step-by-step…

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Ethics Committee Expectations on Privacy Risk Assessment and Mitigation Ethics Committee Expectations on Privacy Risk Assessment and Mitigation 1. Introduction to Privacy Risk in Clinical Trials Clinical trials, particularly those involving sensitive health data, necessitate rigorous evaluations of privacy risks. The integration of ethical considerations is essential to protect participants’ information and ensure compliance with…

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Anonymization vs Pseudonymization: Choosing Approaches for Global Programs Anonymization vs Pseudonymization: Choosing Approaches for Global Programs The management of sensitive personal data is a critical aspect of conducting clinical trials, especially in light of recent regulatory developments across the US, UK, and EU. The principles of privacy and confidentiality must be rigorously upheld, not only…

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Transparency About Data Sharing With Regulators, Sponsors and Third Parties In the highly regulated landscape of clinical research, transparency about data sharing is not merely a best practice; it is an essential component of ethical conduct and compliance. Clinical trials involve multi-faceted collaborations among sponsors, regulators, and various third parties, requiring that all stakeholders fully…

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