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The Human Research Ethics Handbook – Commentary on the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Research Involving Humans has been revoked. This information is kept here for archival purposes only. For the current guidelines, Human Research Ethics Committees should refer to the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research 2007.
Prisoners, Research Involving
HRECs may receive proposals for research involving prisoners. While prisoners appear to be particularly suitable as research participants (they have time to participate in long-term studies and research may offer a relief from tedium and a chance to earn a small income), HRECs should be conscious of the difficulties of prisoners giving voluntary consent. [Footnote 120]
In particular, prisoners should not be put under pressure to participate. They should not be offered inducements or be led to believe that they will receive specific rewards, such as early parole, in return for their participation.
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Commentary on the National Statement
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A Research Ethics Collection
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A Research Law Collection
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