Philip R Reilly, Interleukin Genetics Inc., Waltham, Massachusetts, USA
Published online: July 2006
DOI: 10.1038/npg.els.0005175
Much genetic research involving human subjects is conducted to search for, or understand the role of, particular gene variants in maintaining health or causing disease. Concern that human subjects could suffer ‘informational’ harm owing to improper disclosure of research results to third parties has strongly influenced the consent process and the review of such studies by oversight committees.
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| Web Links | |
| ePath http://www.irbforum.org The Institutional Review Board – Discussion and News Forum. [A website devoted to promoting discussion about ethical issues in research with human subjects.] | |
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