May 1, 2024
Updated May 10, 2025
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Navigating the Landscape of Research Ethics
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Reading list
We've selected 13 books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Ethics in Research.
Provides a broad overview of ethical, legal, and social issues in scientific research, suitable for students and professionals. It covers essential topics like misconduct, data management, authorship, and conflicts of interest. The latest edition includes updated discussions on contemporary issues like digital image manipulation and the ethics of the COVID-19 pandemic, making it a valuable current reference. It is often used as a textbook in university courses on research ethics.
Addressing the ethical challenges introduced by data analytics and AI, this book explores issues of privacy, accountability, bias, and power. It provides frameworks for understanding ethical dilemmas in a data-driven world and is highly relevant to contemporary research practices. The case studies make it particularly useful for applying ethical concepts.
Focuses specifically on the ethical and regulatory aspects of clinical research, including topics like informed consent, research design, and vulnerable populations. It is an essential resource for those involved in medical and health-related research.
Offers practical guidance for embedding ethical principles into data management and governance. It is highly relevant to researchers working with large datasets and addresses contemporary concerns around data colonialism and the ethical implications of technologies like COVID-19 tracking systems. This updated edition provides current perspectives on data ethics.
Offers a philosophical approach to research ethics, guiding readers through ethical decision-making processes in research. It covers topics from data manipulation to authorship and the use of human and animal subjects. It provides a strong theoretical foundation for understanding the 'why' behind ethical guidelines.
A foundational text examining the integrity of the research process and recommending practices to discourage misconduct. provides a historical and foundational understanding of the importance of integrity in research.
This introductory text from the U.S. Office of Research Integrity provides a practical overview of the rules, regulations, and professional practices in responsible conduct of research. It good starting point for those new to the topic, covering fundamental aspects of research integrity.
Examines the ethical implications of data collection and use in urban environments through the lens of data justice. It's relevant for researchers working with urban data and explores contemporary issues of power and inequality in the digital age.
Presents a practical approach to research ethics through guided dialogue and case studies. It encourages self-reflection and community engagement with ethical issues, offering a broader perspective beyond just rules and regulations.
Offers a broad introduction to the ethics of science, covering philosophical theories and their application to scientific research. It's a good resource for gaining a foundational understanding of ethical reasoning in science.
This textbook, developed with support from the European Commission, provides an overview of research ethics with a focus on the European context. It includes case studies relevant to various scientific disciplines and is designed to be accessible to a broad audience.
While primarily a research design book, this text includes important sections on ethical considerations in research. It's a valuable resource for understanding how ethical principles are integrated into the research process, regardless of the methodology. The latest edition reflects updated guidelines relevant to ethical reporting.
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