Ethical Imperialism: Institutional Review Boards and the Social Sciences

This Book explores the history and evolution of Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and their impact on social science research. It traces the development of ethical guidelines and regulations for research involving human subjects, initially driven by concerns in biomedical research. The document argues that the application of these guidelines to social sciences has often been inappropriate and overly restrictive. It examines conflicts between researchers and IRBs, highlighting the challenges social scientists face in adhering to regulations designed primarily for medical research. The text analyzes attempts to reform the IRB system, emphasizing the ongoing debate over balancing ethical protection and academic freedom. Finally, it discusses how changes in the regulatory landscape have intensified the burden on social science researchers, motivating a renewed push for reform.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/book_shelterGet the Book now from Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Ethical-Imperialism-Institutional-Sciences-1965-2009/dp/0801894905?&linkCode=ll1&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=96043af8f05c5c7ce36275549241ec78&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlProduced by Podcai Studio:https://www.podcaistudio.com/