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portantly, each chapter focuses on and solidifies tists and behavioralists may feel somewhat slight-
specific concepts and controversies. Thus, the ed, the book is perfect for an upper-level course
book is a valuable resource when a question arises on clinical research ethics.
in practice or when additional foundation is need- This book is a gem. The editors have admirably
ed in a specific area. Readers will gain a better met their goal of producing a book that is com-
understanding of complex issues, which will hold prehensive, that provides a systematic analysis,
them in good stead in discussions with peers, and that does so from a multicultural approach.
with research subjects, and with people thinking Gary L. Chadwick, Pharm.D., M.P.H.
of becoming participants in clinical research. University of Rochester
The book begins with a comprehensive exam- Rochester, NY 14642
gary_chadwick@urmc.rochester.edu
ination of the historical precedents and events
that bring us to the present state of research Book Reviews Copyright © 2008 Massachusetts Medical Society.