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The Research Ethics Committee is an independent review and decision-making body responsible for establishing ethical standards throughout the research process, preventing research misconduct, and safeguarding participants in human subjects research. Its primary functions include the formulation of ethical regulations, the review of ethical and scientific validity in research plans, the investigation and resolution of misconduct, and the promotion of a fair and responsible research culture.
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1. Establishment of Research Ethics and System Operation
- The committee formulates and enforces ethical regulations and guidelines that researchers are required to observe, thereby ensuring the maintenance of order and integrity within the research environment.
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2. Prevention and Handling of Research Misconduct
- The committee actively prevents research misconduct, including fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism, which may occur during the research process. In cases where allegations arise, the committee conducts thorough investigations and formally validates the results.
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3. Review and Protection in Human Subjects Research
- The committee safeguards the rights, safety, and welfare of participants involved in human subjects research. Research proposals are reviewed and approved in advance to ensure compliance with ethical standards and to prevent potential violations of human rights.
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4. Review of Ethical and Scientific Validity of Research Plans
- Prior to the commencement of research, the committee conducts a comprehensive review of submitted research plans, examining both their ethical soundness and scientific rigor.
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5. Fostering a Research Culture and Dispute Resolution
- The committee supports the development of a rational, autonomous, and ethically responsible research environment in which researchers can concentrate on their scholarly endeavors. Furthermore, it mediates disputes that may arise during the research process, thereby contributing to the establishment of a transparent and fair research culture.
