Which organization is responsible for ensuring the ethical conduct of a clinical trial at a specific hospital or university?
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Correct answer: Institutional Review Board (IRB) / Ethics Committee
The IRB is an independent committee that reviews research protocols to protect the rights, safety, and well-being of human subjects. No clinical trial can begin at an institution without IRB approval.
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