An African Research Ethics Reader

Cultural research ethics is in a nascent phase within the field of research ethics as a whole and requires more attention and in-depth articulation. With specific case studies, this vital volume provides unique perspectives on topics such as social autonomy vis-a-vis interests of individuals. This volume assembles needed resources and case studies in cultural research ethics practices, providing insight into current developments and future research directions. It is a valuable contribution to cultural research ethics given the dearth of published literature available in this emerging field. It is designed with two broad audiences in mind: (1) African researchers and research organizations that want homegrown guidance about research ethics, and (2) research ethicists worldwide who can use it to learn about cultural research ethics especially with respect to Africa.

Ike Iyioke, Ph.D., has authored several publications including, Clinical Trials and the African Person: A Quest to Re-Conceptualize Responsibility (2018) and, Rethinking Clinical Trials and Redefining Responsibility for Research Participants: A Focus on Africa (2023). He has extensive teaching, collaborative research, and administrative experience both in the U.S., Nigeria, and lately in South Africa.
John-Moses Uwanduoma Maduabuchi, MD., is a Bioethicist, Quality Assurance Professional and a General Practitioner. He also heads the Society for Quality Assurance in Nigeria as Executive Director and teaches in the University of Nigeria Nsukka Bioethics Programme.
Tonia Onyeka, MD, is an associate professor of anesthesia, pain medicine and palliative medicine at the College of Medicine, University of Nigeria. She is the pioneer/current Head of the Pain and Palliative Care Unit. Onyeka is a faculty member for the Masters in Bioethics program at the Institute of Public Health, University of Nigeria.
Michael O'Rourke, Ph.D., is Professor of Philosophy and faculty in AgBioResearch and Environmental Science and Policy at Michigan State University. He is Director of the Toolbox Dialogue Initiative.