Strategies for conceptualization of research projects in ethics, bioethics and scientific integrity

Abstract

Endorsing ethical and bioethical research processes, respecting the rights and dignity of participants, requires reviewing and following research protocols according to ethical guidelines, regulations and quality standards. Objective: to unveil some strategies and tools for the conceptualization of research projects on Research Ethics, Bioethics and Scientific Integrity-EIBIC-aimed at members of university ethics committees. Methodology: was developed from a dialectical hermeneutic paradigm, based on the conceptual review of secondary sources related to research ethics, bioethics and scientific integrity, as well as on the proposal of a tool, in line with the academic tradition and the epistemic responsibility of the authors. Results: strategies for the fulfillment of EIBIC elements are presented, as well as a tool for the conceptualization of scientific research projects that provide guidelines for members of university research committees to analyze research projects. Conclusions: a tool aimed at members of university EIBIC committees is presented, which suggests some strategies such as: respect for autonomy, dignity, risk assessment, benefits, confidentiality, transparency, conflicts of interest, equality, fairness, accountability and follow-up, which can be effective in conceptualizing scientific research projects. This contributes to strengthening the work of research ethics committee members.