Zusammenfassung

As a research institute dedicated to excellence in social science research and the principles of good scientific practice, the WZB is committed to ensuring the ethical treatment of human research subjects and their data. This WZB Research Ethics Policy sets forth standards for ethical research practices, outlines WZB procedures for ethical review, and describes the work of the WZB Research Ethics Committee. While upholding basic principles of justice, beneficence, and respect for persons, this policy recognizes the plurality of research methodologies and the complexity of ethical considerations. To that end, the WZB Research Ethics Policy is a dynamic, living document, intended to encourage conversations and inspire self-reflection on ethical issues. In short, this policy aims not to hinder research, but advance it (Art. 5 III Grundgesetz).