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The proposed Code of Conduct for Research in South Africa: despite good progress, unresolved issues remain

A. Gooden and D. Thaldar

This article critically examines the proposed Code of Conduct for Research in South Africa, revealing unresolved concerns about data identifiability and the introduction of a questionable exception for genetic data. Conducted by Amy Gooden and Donrich Thaldar, the analysis calls for essential revisions before it gains approval.

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Abstract

This article analyzes the proposed Code of Conduct for Research (CCR) in South Africa, submitted to the Information Regulator for approval. While the proposed CCR addresses several issues from previous drafts, it leaves unresolved concerns regarding data identifiability, data repurposing for commercial use, and the establishment of open-access genomic databases. Additionally, a new, legally unsustainable exception for genetic data is introduced. The authors recommend revisions to address these issues before approval.

Publisher

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Feb 10, 2024

Authors

Amy Gooden, Donrich Thaldar

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