Research Ethics
Ethical Framework and Guidelines
Ethical Framework
1. Research Integrity
PulmoNet is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards in all research activities. Our work aligns with internationally recognized guidelines:
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Guidelines
All research protocols follow ICMR ethical guidelines for biomedical and health research involving human participants.
Declaration of Helsinki
Ethical principles for medical research involving human subjects as adopted by the World Medical Association.
National Ethical Guidelines for Biomedical Research
Compliance with national standards for ethical conduct in biomedical research.
2. Data Handling and Privacy
No Personally Identifiable Information
No personally identifiable information (PII) is stored or retained. All data is anonymized before processing.
Immediate Image Deletion
All uploaded medical images are processed and immediately deleted from our systems after analysis.
Anonymized Research Data
All research data used for model training and validation is fully anonymized and cannot be traced back to individuals.
3. Intended Use
Research Prototype
This tool is a research prototype designed for academic and research purposes. It is not intended for clinical deployment or patient care.
Medical Research Assistance
Designed to assist medical researchers in analyzing histopathology images for lung cancer detection research.
Important Limitation
Must not replace professional medical judgment or clinical decision-making. All results should be verified by qualified medical professionals.
4. Ethical Considerations
Research Focus
Developed specifically for lung cancer detection research using advanced deep learning techniques.
Public Health Impact
Aimed at improving early detection methods and potentially saving lives through more accurate diagnosis.
Transparency
Committed to transparent research reporting, open science principles, and reproducible methodologies.
Beneficence and Non-maleficence
Our research aims to maximize benefits while minimizing potential harm to individuals and communities.
5. Informed Consent and Collaboration
• All research involving human data has appropriate ethical clearances
• Collaboration with medical institutions ensures proper ethical oversight
• Research protocols are reviewed and approved by Institutional Ethics Committees
• Patient data is used only with informed consent and proper authorization
6. Accountability and Compliance
• Regular audits ensure compliance with ethical guidelines
• All research activities are documented and transparent
• Violations of ethical standards are addressed promptly
• Continuous training on research ethics for all team members
7. Contact for Ethics Inquiries
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding our research ethics practices, please contact our Principal Investigator:
Email: subratasinha2020@gmail.com
We will respond to all ethics-related inquiries within 7 business days.