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There are experts who might have somthing else to say about laser medical research or human subjects research in general. In a situation which involves the possibility of harm to people, it's obviously important to get other expert opinions and make sure that all of your bases are covered before formulating a plan for this research. Read the information contained at the links below for some interesting thoughts regarding human subjects research generally and laser use in dermatology specifically.

Ethical Considerations Concerning Laser Medicine

IRB Guidebook

Lasers in dermatology:
Basic Information
DermNet NZ


Now watch these short videos of people who know something about the topic in order to get a good understanding of the various perspectives on human subject research.
1) What advice do you have for a student involved in a human subject study?
2) Who should be included in a group of research participants?
3) What are some responsibilities of the IRB?
4) How would a biomedical study involving lasers be handled by the IRB review board?
5) What is the major need for proposal revision?
6) Are studies in progress regularly monitored?
7) How is subject recruitment scrutinized?
8) What is research and what isn't?
9) Who is responsible for insuring that human subjects are treated fairly?
10) What is the time frame for IRB review?
11) Are undergrad or graduate research assistants involved in human subjects studies?
12) How is an alleged violation of protocol dealt with?
13) How many proposals are reviewed?...and from what departments?

Continue to #4 'Research & Revise'

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