Stuart Rennie is a co-author on a new article in Research Ethics: “Exploring views of South African research ethics committees on pandemic preparedness and response during COVID-19.”
The authors did in-depth interviews to explore the views of South African research ethics committees (RECs) on their COVID-19 pandemic preparedness and response.
The authors highlight important preparedness and response lessons for future pandemics, including:
- Increased awareness of publication, funding and political pressures.
- The importance of regular training for RECs and researchers.
- Strategies to enhance REC members’ moral resilience.