Scientific Research: Continued Vigilance Critical to Protecting Human Subjects
HEHS-96-72
Published: Mar 08, 1996. Publicly Released: Mar 12, 1996.
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Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO reviewed the federal oversight systems for protecting human subjects in federally sponsored scientific experiments, focusing on whether the oversight procedures: (1) have reduced the likelihood of abuses of human subjects; and (2) have weaknesses that could limit their effectiveness.
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Behavioral sciences researchBiological researchEthical conductInformed consent (medical law)Pharmacological researchResearch program managementSafety regulationSafety standardsHuman subjects researchInvestment Review Board