Beneficence as a principle in human research

Authors

Ian J. Pieper, Queensland University of Technology
Colin J. H Thomson, University of WollongongFollow

RIS ID

113189

Publication Details

Pieper, I. & Thomson, C. J.H. (2016). Beneficence as a principle in human research. Monash Bioethics Review, 34 (2), 117-135.

Abstract

Beneficence is one of the four principles that form the basis of the Australian National Statement. The aim of this paper is to explore the philosophical development of this principle and to clarify the role that beneficence plays in contemporary discussions about human research ethics. By examining the way that guidance documents, particularly the National Statement, treats beneficence we offer guidance to researchers and human research ethics committee members on the practical application of what can be a conceptually difficult principle.