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  • 3 - Proportionality in Health Research Regulation

  • from Section IA - Concepts
  • Edited by Graeme Laurie, University of Edinburgh, Edward Dove, University of Edinburgh, Agomoni Ganguli-Mitra, University of Edinburgh, Catriona McMillan, University of Edinburgh, Emily Postan, University of Edinburgh, Nayha Sethi, University of Edinburgh, Annie Sorbie, University of Edinburgh
  • Book:
    The Cambridge Handbook of Health Research Regulation
    Published online:
    09 June 2021
    Print publication:
    24 June 2021, pp 37-45
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    Proportionality in health research regulation can, at its broadest level, be understood as an attempt to balance two considerations that sometimes compete: the protection of individuals affected by research – especially, but not limited to, human subjects – and the promotion of socially valuable research. This chapter will explore the concept of proportionality through three sections: first, a clarification on what I mean by proportionality in this context and why it is important; second, an exploration of how particularly challenging it is to assess proportionality; and third, a proposal for a procedural approach to proportionality that may assist with those challenges. In particular, I will propose that adopting a facilitative attitude, undertaking rigorous justification, ensuring transparency and engaging with relevant stakeholders may be effective procedural means of overcoming the challenges of proportionality.