Research Ethics and Society

Research Ethics and Society

 

Course
 Research Ethics and Society
Date

March 26-28 , 2-4 2024
Course co-ordinator
 Dr. R. van der Graaf
Course description
 As an epidemiologist you have to be able to reflect on social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of your knowledge and judgments. Both in the design and conduct of research, as well as in the discussion, interpretation, and communication of research results, ethical considerations always play a role. The course aims to introduce you to theory, logical reasoning, and case studies, in the ethics of experimentation on human subjects, international research, and research on children and other vulnerable populations.
Also the role of epidemiological research within society is discussed. In particular you will be asked to formulate your personal view and ambitions within the field.
Course objectives

By the end of the course, you should be able to:

  • Discern the morally salient dimensions of a research project, and come to a well-considered judgment about the acceptability of such a project
  • Reflect on moral dilemmas for researchers and Research Ethics Committees, and be able to systematically analyze such dilemmas
  • Weigh the various arguments involved, and work towards a well-reasoned position or decision
Prerequisite knowledge
 Introduction to Epidemiology
Study Design
Course days
Four sessions during 2 weeks
Course format
 Lectures, workgroups, presentations and discussions, assignments, selfstudy
Assessment
 80% attendance, Workgroups, presentations and discussions, assignments

All elements have to be awarded with at least a 5.5 in order to pass the final Assessment.
Number of participants
 60
Course fee
 not applicable (MSc Epidemiology students only)
Prerequisite for participation is sufficiënt capacity in terms of teachers and locations.

 

Teacher: Hans Delden, van, Rieke Graaf, van der, Marieke Hollestelle

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