This course analyzes the professional guidelines and codes of ethics applicable to the clinical research process. Situations presenting ethical dilemmas as well as scientific integrity and the responsibilities of the clinical investigation team as defined by Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines are explored.
No Scheduled Class Meetings, January 15 - April 7 (Online)
Location:
ONLINE
Instructor:
Jeffrey D'Souza
Notes:
Synchronous Webinars scheduled three times per term. Webinar dates will be posted at the start of the term and will be recorded. Please note registering after the course start date may delay course access and does not permit exceptions to coursework due dates, late textbook purchases, or the refund policy
Instructors
Jeffrey D'Souza
Dr. Jeff D’Souza is an Instructor in the Applied Clinical Research program at McMaster University. His research focuses on applied ethics, with particular interests in Bioethics, Health Equity, and Social Justice. Jeff is currently employed at The Institute for Better Health at Trillium Health Partners where he works to promote the safety, welfare, and rights of research participants. Jeff previously worked for the Institute on Ethics and Policy for Innovation at McMaster University, where he consulted on a wide-range of health and ethics-related issues – including prophylactic, diagnostic and therapeutic standards of care, reputational risks, and research involving novel healthcare technologies – for various international stakeholders, including partners at the World Health Organization, and The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Jeff holds a PhD in Philosophy from McMaster University, a Master of Arts in Philosophy from Ryerson University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Philosophy from the University of Toronto.
