Clinical Research Ethics Consultation: A Timely Guide to Challenging Cases

Clinical research ethics consultation has evolved significantly over the last 15 years, providing a vital service to those involved in clinical research who face complex ethical dilemmas. In response to the growing need for knowledge sharing and collaboration, the Clinical Research Ethics Consultation Collaborative was established in 2014, bringing together experts to share their experiences and insights.

A Platform for Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration

The Collaborative organizes monthly webinars, providing a platform for its 90 members to present their most challenging cases and engage in substantive discussions. This valuable resource has resulted in the publication of a selection of the most interesting cases, accompanied by commentaries, in the American Journal of Bioethics every year.

A Comprehensive Collection of Cases and Commentaries

This timely book brings together these cases and commentaries under common themes, creating a permanent collection that encourages and supports readers to gain a better understanding of the ethical challenges they may face. The book provides a convenient and reflective resource for readers to reference in their own deliberations, covering a range of topics including:

• Ethical issues in clinical research
• Challenges faced by clinical researchers and oversight committees
• Diversity of analysis and approaches to ethical dilemmas

A Valuable Resource for Professionals and Students

This essential guide is a must-read for:

• Graduate students in bioethics
• Post-doctoral bioethics fellows
• Clinicians in training and practice
• Investigators, bioethics consultants, regulators, and oversight bodies

By presenting challenging cases that stimulate reflection, the book provides invaluable guidance and insights to professionals and students, enabling them to navigate complex ethical issues and make informed decisions.