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Why Ethical Approval Doesn’t Ensure Ethical Research

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Many researchers assume that once they receive an institutional review-board (IRB) or ethics committee approval, their ethical obligations are fully met. This assumption is risky and can lead to major integrity gaps in research. Ethical clearance is not a full guarantee of ethical conduct: it is only the starting line. The real ethical work takes … Read more

The Overlooked Importance of Positionality and Reflexivity in Qualitative Research

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The Overlooked Importance of Positionality and Reflexivity Statements in Qualitative Research

In qualitative research, validity is not merely technical — it is deeply interpretive, ethical, and relational. Yet, while researchers meticulously detail methods, tools, and coding frameworks, they often gloss over or omit a critical component: positionality and reflexivity. This oversight undermines not only the credibility of the study but also its epistemological integrity. At Research … Read more