These principles are autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice.
Why is it important to adhere to ethical principles?
There are several reasons why it is important to adhere to ethical norms in research. First, norms promote the aims of research, such as knowledge, truth, and avoidance of error. For example, prohibitions against fabricating, falsifying, or misrepresenting research data promote the truth and minimize error.