Ethics in Research: Principles and Practical Considerations

This book explores the relationship between ethics and research across social sciences, philosophy, medical sciences, and legal sciences, highlighting the importance of ethical principles in conducting research. It discusses common-sense ethical principles and their application in a technological context, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is accessible to a non-expert audience and offers alternative reading pathways for more specialized readers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 117 pages
Publication date: 19 March 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This comprehensive book explores the intricate relationship between ethics and research across a diverse range of social sciences, philosophy, medical sciences, and legal sciences. It underscores the essentiality of conducting research by adhering to ethical principles that are derived from the field of ethics. While these principles share a common foundation, they manifest distinct characteristics depending on the specific scientific discipline, as evidenced by the insightful contributions from philosophy, medicine, dentistry, law, biotechnology, robotics, and architecture. Furthermore, the book delves into the more complex ethical dilemmas and contextualizes them within a broader technological framework.

Beginning with an introductory exploration of fundamental ethical principles, the book proceeds to guide the reader in developing a comprehensive understanding of the field. Notably, it becomes intriguing to analyze recent events surrounding the emergence of the Sars-CoV-2 pandemic in the light of ethical principles, highlighting the extent to which their applicability can still be confirmed.

Furthermore, this book strives to make these topics accessible to a broad audience, while also providing alternative reading pathways that cater to readers with a deeper interest in the subject matter. By presenting a multifaceted and interdisciplinary approach, the book serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and individuals seeking to navigate the ethical dimensions of research in a rapidly evolving world.

Weight: 366g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031240591
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023