Responsible Access to Data in International Field Research: A Case Study from Tanzania

Authors

  • Gussai H Sheikheldin Science, Technology and Innovation Policy Research Organization (STIPRO), Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7202/1058309ar

Keywords:

data, access, research ethics, visa, responsible conduct of research, Tanzania

Language(s):

English

Abstract

This case study illustrates the author's narrative of his experience obtaining local research ethics approval in Tanzania. It highlights the additional requirements a foreign researcher in Tanzania can encounter with visa approval which is a separate process from research ethics approval. While fulfilling the visa requirements may not be directly related to the ethical administration of research per se, it is part of the responsible conduct of research (RCR) which, among others, includes respect for the local laws and procedures of the host country. The narrative shows that a responsible access to field data in such cases requires fulfilling two separate but complimentary processes: local research ethics review and proper visa attainment. Further, an example of an 'irresponsible' access to data is also presented for comparison and examination of the consequences.

(c) Emanuelle Dufour

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Published

2018-02-16

How to Cite

[1]
Sheikheldin GH. Responsible Access to Data in International Field Research: A Case Study from Tanzania. Can. J. Bioeth 2018;1:21-3. https://doi.org/10.7202/1058309ar.

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 1 (2018): Ethics and International Development Research

Section

Case studies

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Copyright (c) 2018 Gussai H Sheikheldin

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