ACX
Highlights From The Comments On IRBs
Scott Alexander summarizes and responds to comments on his book review about IRBs, covering various perspectives on research regulation.
52 min read 8,030 words
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Book Review: From Oversight To Overkill
Scott Alexander reviews a book critiquing Institutional Review Boards, arguing they now harm medical research more than they help.
38 min read 5,765 words
SSC
Highlights From The Comments On My IRB Nightmare
Scott shares reader responses to his IRB experience, ranging from similar frustrations to defenses of the system, and discusses concerns about increasing bureaucracy in research.
26 min read 3,982 words