### Question
Can you define what ethical considerations means?


### Answer
**Ethical considerations** is defined as the following in *42 U.S.C. § 289a*:

> considerations as to whether the nature of the research involved is such that it is unethical to conduct or support the research

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 289a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER III-NATIONAL RESEARCH INSTITUTES > Part H-General Provisions**

