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Governing ethical clinical research in developing countries: exploring the case of Mexico

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  • Fernando Santiago Rodríguez

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Observance of acceptable ethical behaviour is compulsory for good research, particularly when such research puts the well-being of humans at risk. Internationalization of clinical research in developing countries raises ethical concerns. Are the study subjects aware of, and sufficiently protected against, the inherent risks of drug testing? Public policy is called upon to minimize risks while increasing the opportunities for host countries to benefit from participation in clinical research. This paper discusses some minimum principles required for clinical trials to be ethical. Based on evidence from Mexico, the paper illustrates how factors such as: slow regulatory reforms, insufficient empowerment of regulatory agencies, and disconnection among agents increase the risks of unethical behaviour in clinical research. Copyright , Beech Tree Publishing.

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  • Fernando Santiago Rodríguez, 2010. "Governing ethical clinical research in developing countries: exploring the case of Mexico," Science and Public Policy, Oxford University Press, vol. 37(8), pages 583-596, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:oup:scippl:v:37:y:2010:i:8:p:583-596
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    1. Santiago-Rodriguez, Fernando & Dutrenit, Gabriela, 2010. "Determinants of PRO-industry interactions in pharmaceutical R&D: the case of Mexico," MERIT Working Papers 2010-053, United Nations University - Maastricht Economic and Social Research Institute on Innovation and Technology (MERIT).

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