Human Rights Unit Organizes a Workshop on Research Ethics

The Human Rights Unit, in cooperation with the Media and Government Communication Division at the College of Education for Pure Sciences – University of Samarra, organized a workshop entitled “Ethics of Scientific Research and Human Rights.” The workshop was delivered by Dr. Burda Anwar Jasim, Assistant Lecturer Harith Samir Dawood, and Mr. Abdulsalam Muhand Mahmoud.

The presenters aimed to raise awareness of the ethical principles that must be observed when conducting scientific research, particularly research that directly or indirectly involves human subjects. The workshop also emphasized the importance of respecting human dignity and safeguarding individuals’ rights, as well as their physical and psychological well-being during the implementation of research studies.

The lecturers explained that the relationship between scientific research and human rights is based on adherence to international standards and global declarations governing medical and scientific research involving humans, in addition to highlighting the role of researchers and academic institutions in protecting human rights and promoting justice, equality, and non-discrimination in research.

The workshop concluded with a number of recommendations, most notably the emphasis on commitment to honesty and scientific integrity, accuracy in documenting results, avoiding falsification and scientific plagiarism, respecting intellectual property rights, the necessity of obtaining informed consent from research participants, ensuring the confidentiality of information and personal data, and preventing the exploitation of participants in any form.

Editing and Design: Abdulsalam Muhand
Photography: Samer Rafi Younis

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