Ethics committee
Ethics Committee
The Ethics Committee (pronunciation: /ˈɛθɪks kəˈmɪti/) is a body responsible for ensuring that medical research and practices adhere to ethical standards.
Etymology
The term "Ethics Committee" is derived from the Greek word "ethikos", meaning "moral", and the Old French "comité", meaning "meeting, committee". It was first used in the context of medical research in the 20th century.
Definition
An Ethics Committee is a group of individuals who oversee the ethical conduct of medical research and practices. They review research proposals to ensure they are ethically sound and protect the rights, safety, and well-being of research participants. They also provide guidance on ethical issues in patient care and professional conduct.
Related Terms
- Institutional Review Board (IRB): A type of Ethics Committee specifically tasked with reviewing research involving human subjects.
- Clinical Trial: A type of research study that Ethics Committees often review.
- Informed Consent: A process that Ethics Committees ensure is properly carried out in research studies.
- Research Ethics: The field of study related to the ethical issues in research, which Ethics Committees are deeply involved in.
- Medical Ethics: The field of study related to the ethical issues in medicine, which Ethics Committees are deeply involved in.
Functions
The primary functions of an Ethics Committee include:
- Reviewing research proposals to ensure they meet ethical standards.
- Providing guidance on ethical dilemmas in patient care and professional conduct.
- Ensuring the rights, safety, and well-being of research participants are protected.
- Promoting ethical conduct in medical research and practice.
Importance
Ethics Committees play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of medical research and practice. They ensure that ethical standards are upheld, protecting both research participants and the broader medical community.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ethics committee
- Wikipedia's article - Ethics committee
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