Module #1 Introduction to Ethics in Clinical Research Overview of the importance of ethics in clinical research, historical context, and principles of ethical research
Module #2 The Belmont Report and the Principles of Respect, Beneficence, and Justice In-depth exploration of the Belmont Report and its three core principles
Module #3 Informed Consent:A Fundamental Principle of Ethical Research Understanding the importance of informed consent, its elements, and challenges in obtaining informed consent
Module #4 The Role of Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) in Ensuring Ethical Research Overview of IRB functions, responsibilities, and the review process
Module #5 Vulnerability in Research:Identifying and Protecting Vulnerable Populations Discussion of vulnerable populations, including children, prisoners, and those with diminished capacity
Module #6 Cultural Competence in Clinical Research Understanding the importance of cultural competence in research, including language barriers and cultural nuances
Module #7 Confidentiality and Privacy in Clinical Research Best practices for maintaining confidentiality and privacy in research, including data protection and HIPAA
Module #8 Conflict of Interest in Clinical Research Understanding and managing conflicts of interest, including financial and non-financial conflicts
Module #9 Ethics of Randomization and Placebo-Controlled Trials Ethical considerations in randomized controlled trials, including the use of placebos
Module #10 Research Involving Children:Ethical Considerations and Regulations Special considerations and regulations for research involving children, including parental permission and assent
Module #11 Research Involving Prisoners:Ethical Considerations and Regulations Special considerations and regulations for research involving prisoners, including the importance of consent
Module #12 International Collaborative Research:Ethical Challenges and Opportunities Ethical considerations in international research collaborations, including cultural and regulatory differences
Module #13 Ethics of Clinical Trials in Low-Resource Settings Ethical considerations for clinical trials conducted in low-resource settings, including access to healthcare and resource allocation
Module #14 Research Involving Indigenous Populations:Ethical Considerations and Regulations Special considerations and regulations for research involving indigenous populations, including cultural sensitivity and community engagement
Module #15 Ethics of Genomic Research and Biobanking Ethical considerations in genomic research, including informed consent, data sharing, and return of results
Module #16 Ethics of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Clinical Research Ethical considerations in the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in clinical research, including bias and transparency
Module #17 Research Misconduct and Ethics Violations:Detection, Reporting, and Consequences Strategies for detecting and reporting research misconduct, including fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism
Module #18 Ethical Considerations in Disaster and Emergency Research Ethical considerations in disaster and emergency research, including the importance of respect for persons and communities
Module #19 Ethics of Research Involving Pregnant Women and Fetuses Special considerations and regulations for research involving pregnant women and fetuses, including fetal rights and maternal autonomy
Module #20 Ethics of Research Involving Participants with Mental Health Conditions Ethical considerations for research involving participants with mental health conditions, including capacity to consent and protection from harm
Module #21 Ethics of Research Involving Participants with Diminished Capacity Special considerations and regulations for research involving participants with diminished capacity, including consent and surrogate decision-making
Module #22 Ethics of Research Involving Embryos and Stem Cells Ethical considerations in research involving embryos and stem cells, including the moral status of embryos and the importance of respect for human life
Module #23 Ethics of Research Involving Animals Ethical considerations in animal research, including the 3Rs principle and animal welfare
Module #24 Ethics of Research Dissemination and Publication Ethical considerations in the dissemination and publication of research findings, including authorship and plagiarism
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Ethics in Clinical Research career
