Research Ethics & Integrity

A foundation of trust behind every study.

For a serious health research institute, ethics is not an add-on — it is the foundation that communicates commitment to ethical research, participant protection, scientific integrity, data protection, transparency, and responsible conduct of research.

Our commitment to responsible research.

BIGHR is committed to conducting research that is ethically sound, scientifically rigorous, and respectful of the rights and wellbeing of participants and communities. These principles guide the design, conduct, analysis, reporting, and translation of all research we undertake or support.

Our Principles

Six commitments that govern our work.

Ethical Research Conduct

All research undertaken or supported by BIGHR is guided by the principles of respect for persons, beneficence, and justice. We ensure that studies are scientifically sound and ethically justified before they begin.

Protection of Participants

The safety, dignity, rights, and wellbeing of research participants are paramount. We obtain informed consent, protect vulnerable populations, and minimize risk in every study we undertake.

Scientific Integrity

We uphold honesty, rigor, and transparency in the design, conduct, analysis, and reporting of research. We are committed to accurate representation of findings and the responsible management of conflicts of interest.

Data Protection & Privacy

We safeguard personal and health data in accordance with applicable data protection standards, ensuring confidentiality, secure storage, appropriate access controls, and responsible data sharing.

Transparency & Openness

We promote transparency in research methods, funding sources, and outcomes, and support the responsible sharing of data and evidence to advance scientific knowledge and public health.

Responsible Stewardship

We are accountable to the communities we serve, our partners, and the wider public. We ensure that research resources are used efficiently and that evidence is translated into benefits for populations.

Questions about our research ethics framework?