Research Ethics Awareness Among Dental Faculty in the Middle East
Author Information
Author(s): Hadir F. El-Dessouky, Amr M. Abdel-Aziz, Chadi Ibrahim, Moni Malini, Reham Abul Fadl, Henry Silverman
Primary Institution: King Abdulaziz University
Hypothesis
What is the knowledge, awareness, and attitudes of dental faculty regarding research ethics and research ethics committees?
Conclusion
Dental faculty in the Middle East generally accept research ethics committees but have significant knowledge gaps in research ethics.
Supporting Evidence
- Over 90% of respondents had positive attitudes towards research ethics committees.
- 44% believed that research ethics committees would delay research.
- Only 36.8% had received prior training in research ethics.
- The average score on research ethics knowledge questions was 40.2%.
- Mid-level faculty scored higher on knowledge questions compared to junior and professor faculty.
Takeaway
Most dental teachers think research ethics committees are good, but many don't know enough about research ethics.
Methodology
A cross-sectional survey study was conducted with convenience sampling among dental faculty at two universities.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to self-reported data and the limited sample size.
Limitations
The study used convenience sampling and involved only two universities, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
Participants included dental faculty from King Abdulaziz University and Ain Shams University, with a slight majority being women.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI, 2.45–41.67
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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