Journal of Empirical Research on Human Research Ethics

Aims & Scope

The basic aim of JERHRE is to improve ethical problem solving in human research.

Stakeholders in human research grapple with conflict among various standards.

Without evidence-based problem solving, many conflicts are unsatisfactorily settled by applying one-size-fits-all interpretation of principles or regulations, or resorting to anecdote as evidence for one or another interpretation.

JERHRE creates collaboration among stakeholders, stimulates research, and disseminates knowledge to foster intelligent application of ethical principles in research contexts worldwide.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.1
2024	1.70

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.488

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	42

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	11809

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	236

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science
• Medline

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine, Psychology and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• A Systematic Review of the Empirical Literature Evaluating IRBs: What We Know and What We Still Need to Learn

  Citation: 207

  Authors: Lura, Christine

• Online Survey Tools: Ethical and Methodological Concerns of Human Research Ethics Committees

  Citation: 205

  Authors: Elizabeth A., Erin E.

• Normal Misbehavior: Scientists Talk about the Ethics of Research

  Citation: 201

  Authors: Raymond, Melissa S., Brian C.

• Enacting Research Ethics in Partnerships with Indigenous Communities in Canada: “Do it in a Good Way”

  Citation: 159

  Authors: Jessica, Pauline

• Publication Pressure and Scientific Misconduct in Medical Scientists

  Citation: 143

  Authors: Joeri K., Reinout, Yvo M.

• The Challenges of Collaboration for Academic and Community Partners in a Research Partnership: Points to Consider

  Citation: 141

  Authors: Lainie Friedman, Allan, Robert M., Jeffrey R., Rhonda, George R., Sarah

• Scientists' Perceptions of Organizational Justice and Self-Reported Misbehaviors

  Citation: 139

  Authors: Brian C., Melissa S., A. Lauren, Raymond

• Community-Based Participatory Research (Cbpr) with Indigenous Communities: Producing Respectful and Reciprocal Research

  Citation: 129

  Authors: Joshua K., Chantelle A. M., Isaac

• Consent and Community Engagement in Diverse Research Contexts: Reviewing and Developing Research and Practice

  Citation: 127

  Authors: Sassy, Susan

• Normative Dissonance in Science: Results from a National Survey of U.S. Scientists

  Citation: 120

  Authors: Melissa S., Brian C., Raymond

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