Engaging research participants to inform the ethical conduct of mobile imaging, pervasive sensing, and location tracking research

This study was conducted to contribute the participant perspectives when considering ethical and responsible practices. Participants (n = 82) enrolled in an observational study where they wore several MISST devices for 1 week completed an exit survey. Survey items focused on the following: 1—device comfort, 2—informed consent, 3—privacy protections, and 4—bystander engagement. The informed consent process reflected par ticipant actual experience. Device comfort and privacy were raised as concerns to both the participants and bystanders. While the majority of the participants reported a positive experience, it is important to note that the participants were volunteers who were not mandated to wear tracking devices and that persons who are mandated may not have a similar response. Findings support strategies proposed in the Kelly et al. (2013) ethical framework, which emphasizes procedures to improve informed consent, protect privacy, manage data, and respect bystander rights when using a wearable camera.
Source: Translational Behavioral Medicine - Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research