RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 In the lion's den? Experiences of interaction with research ethics committees
JF Journal of Medical Ethics
JO J Med Ethics
FD BMJ Publishing Group Ltd and Institute of Medical Ethics
SP 224
OP 227
DO 10.1136/medethics-2011-100124
VO 38
IS 4
A1 Elizabeth Fistein
A1 Sally Quilligan
YR 2012
UL http://jme.bmj.com/content/38/4/224.abstract
AB Research ethics review is an important process, designed to protect participants in medical research. However, it is increasingly criticised for failing to meet its aims. Here, two researchers reflect on their experiences of applying for ethical approval of observational research in clinical settings. They highlight some problems faced by reviewers and researchers and propose a two-stage ethical review process that would alert researchers to the committee's concerns and allow them to give a more considered response.