Assessing the Intention to Provide Human Genetic Resources: An Explanatory Model

Area of Science:

• Behavioral Science
• Life Science Research
• Medical Innovation

Background:

• Human genetic resources are vital for life science and medical innovation.
• Understanding provider motivations is crucial for effective resource management.
• Social psychology and behavioral science frameworks inform this study.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify factors influencing the intention to provide human genetic resources.
• To elucidate the mechanisms behind providing these valuable resources.
• To integrate behavioral theories with policy considerations.

Main Methods:

• Structural equation modeling was employed.
• An online survey of 912 ethnic minority respondents was conducted.
• The study integrated the theory of planned behavior (TPB), theory of benefit and risk assessment (BRA), and policy variables.

Main Results:

• Perceived benefits, privacy risk, attitudes, perceived behavioral efficacy, psychological risk, subjective norms, and physical risk significantly affect the intention to provide resources.
• TPB variables positively influenced intention; BRA variables (except physical risk) also showed significant effects.
• Health conditions correlated with differing levels of physical risk perception.

Conclusions:

• Findings offer insights for enhancing public willingness to provide human genetic resources.
• The study proposes strategies for global protection of these critical resources.