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  • Research Administration

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  • Research ethics consultation services (RECS) are crucial for supporting investigators.
  • Identifying and addressing ethical issues in research is a growing concern.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide pragmatic guidance for establishing a research ethics consultation service (RECS).
  • To outline key steps for creating a functional and sustainable RECS.

Main Methods:

  • The article proposes a needs assessment framework with three core questions.
  • It emphasizes stakeholder identification, consultation, and personnel recruitment.
  • Establishing infrastructure for request processing and response is detailed.

Main Results:

  • A needs assessment guides the decision to establish a RECS.
  • Successful RECS implementation involves stakeholder buy-in and skilled personnel.
  • Long-term viability hinges on stable funding and continuous feedback.

Conclusions:

  • A well-structured RECS enhances investigators' ethical capacity.
  • Strategic planning, resource allocation, and ongoing evaluation are vital for RECS success.
  • Implementing a RECS requires a systematic approach from assessment to sustainability.