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1. 721d ago

   If personal data is going to be used in research then there should be a worldwide standard for ethics. Personal data should be protected and not exploited if it is going to be used in research should... moreIf personal data is going to be used in research then there should be a worldwide standard for ethics. Personal data should be protected and not exploited if it is going to be used in research should ethics should be applied to protect people. Ethics will help to prevent this data from getting out or being sold to others for usage that was not permitted. Ethics make sure that everyone is fine with how the data is being handled.  Less

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2. 721d ago

   No, however there should be a standard domestically and there is. The institutional review boards serve as systems of ethical checks and balances. Further, our Western concept of what is ethical may... moreNo, however there should be a standard domestically and there is. The institutional review boards serve as systems of ethical checks and balances. Further, our Western concept of what is ethical may differ from other countries. However, we should pressure countries through diplomacy and other soft power to engage in research that is conducive to the conversation.  Less

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