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Medical Ethics
BIOMEDICAL JOURNAL OF ERMC EASTERN EUROPEAN
  • Issue 3, 2025
    Topic Space biology, space medicine and space psychologyin the context of "human sciences"
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  • Issue 2, 2024
    Topic Ethical aspects of creating clinical guidelines for practitioners
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  • Issue 3, 2024
    Topic Application of artificial intelligence in healthcare: ethical conclusion
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  • Issue 4, 2024
    Topic Implementation of neurotechnologies. Development of ethical guidelines
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  • Issue 1, 2025
    Topic Amendments and additions to the Helsinki Declaration of the World Medical Association "Ethical principles for medical research involving human subjects"
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  • Issue 2, 2025
    Topic Bioethical problems of quantum computing
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Original research The future of the digital body: possibilities and challenges
Wiegel NL, Mettini EM
The presented study delves into the concept of the digital body within the context of modern technologies and their impact on the society, culture and personality. A digital body is defined as a representation of a physical body in virtual reality, augmented reality, and on other digital platforms. The article reviews opportunities for health support, self-expression, expansion of human experience, and social connections in the digital space provided by digital bodies. The authors also explore numerous challenges faced by the society when digital bodies are introduced. These include data safety, ethical dilemmas related to identity and privacy, as well as implications for mental health and social structure. The article makes predictions about the future of digital bodies stressing that an interdisciplinary approach is required to solve the arising issues. The aim of the analysis is to attract attention to the complex dynamic relationship between technology innovation and human experience, as well as to shape awareness about how digital bodies can transform our society within the next ten years.
Received: 2025-11-17
Published online: 2025-12-15
DOI: 10.24075/medet.2025.026
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Original research Legal and ethical framework for distance retail sales of medicines
Sokolova OV, Kulikova OA, Alekseeva KS, Kulikova AA
Distance retail sale of medicines is a mechanism that makes pharmaceutical care more accessible. The objective of the study is to analyze the legal and ethical framework surrounding online retail sales of medicines. The subject of the study is the regulation of ethical standards for consulting in online retail sale of medicines. The study methodology involved first identifying the conditions for remote drug sales and then determining the requirements for this trade method. The research materials included regulatory documents and scientific publications focused on the remote retail sale of medicines. The methods of content analysis, comparison and generalization were used. During the study it has been found out that the current legal frameworks govern how pharmacists comply with ethical standards, specifically addressing the remote sale of medicines. It has been established that, regardless of the method of ordering, information about medicines is provided to customers by a qualified employee of a pharmacy on a professional basis.
Received: 2025-11-10
Published online: 2025-12-08
DOI: 10.24075/medet.2025.025
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Original research Ethical aspects and prospects of space exploration and exploitation
Tereshkova VV, Tereshkova EA, Firsov DE
In the 21st century, the rapid advance of space programs raises ethical concerns about the consequences of exploring and exploiting space resources. The concept note of the World Commission on the Ethics of Scientific Knowledge and Technology (COMEST) on the ethical considerations on space exploration and exploitation adopted in August 2024 states that “the international community is now in need of developing ethical principles for space exploration and exploitation that complement currently existing outer space treaties”. Key areas for future ethical regulation of space projects include prospects for commercial developments, space tourism programs, mining, and deep space exploration to study exoplanet atmospheres and search for terrestrial planets. Space exploration provides important knowledge that improves the quality of life and has a technological and innovative impact on society. The “inspiring factor” of space research is crucial for motivating future generations of scientists to develop science. However, it must be borne in mind that human activities pose significant risks to both near-Earth space and Earth’s ecosystems. The scale of space ethics proposed by COMEST will help systematize information about ethical uncertainty factors, risks and consequences of risks associated with initiatives in space exploration and exploitation.
Received: 2025-09-24
Published online: 2025-12-07
DOI: 10.24075/medet.2025.024
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Review Methods for the detection of ethylene glycol and diethylene glycol in medicinal preparations: relevance, classical and promising screening approaches
Lileeva EG, Fomina IA, Galeeva EV, Chekanova YV, Bocharova IV
This review summarizes and analyses methods for controlling ethylene glycol (EG) and diethylene glycol (DEG) impurities in pharmaceutical products. Contamination of medicinal products with these substances threatens the safety of patients, which is confirmed by numerous mass poisoning incidents throughout history and in modern times. The main reason is using toxic glycols instead of safe fillers such as propylene glycol and glycerol. The article presents systematic review of modern EG and DEG determining methods that range from standard pharmacopoeia methods to perspective screening tools. Particular attention is given to the relevance of development and implementation of prompt, precise and affordable screening solutions to be used at all stages of the pharmaceutical supply chain. The World Health Organization (WHO) Initiatives, including the target product profile (TPP), which aims to enforce these solutions, have been reviewed. It is emphasized that shifting from traditional centralized laboratory testing to decentralized methods is essential to prevent falsification and ensure safety of patients.
Received: 2025-11-10
Published online: 2025-12-03
DOI: 10.24075/medet.2025.023
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Opinion Large language models in medicine: current ethical challenges
Kostrov SA, Potapov MP
The article analyzes the latest ethical challenges associated with introduction of large language models (LLMs) in medicine and healthcare. Various LLM architectures, stages of their training (pretraining, pretuning, reinforcement learning from human feedback) and criteria for quality of training data are reviewed. The emphasis is on a range of ethical issues such as copyright for AI-generated content; systematic bias in algorithms and risk of generating false information; a need to ensure transparency and explainability of AI (XAI); issues of confidentiality and protection of personal medical data, including difficulties with anonymization and obtaining informed consent. Aspects of legal responsibility for using LLMs in clinical practice are also analyzed and technological solutions (federated learning, homomorphic encryption) to minimize risks are discussed. The need for an integrated approach combining technological improvement, development of ethical standards, adaptation of legislation and critical supervision of the medical community is emphasized to ensure safe and effective integration of LLMs into clinical practice.
Received: 2025-05-06
Published online: 2025-06-29
DOI: 10.24075/medet.2025.008
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Review Bioethical aspects of human genome research in sports: a brief overview
Pleshchev IE, Nikolenko VN, Achkasov EE, Shkrebko AN
Human genome research in sports brings about complex ethical questions related to genetic manipulation for enhancement of performance among athletes. Genes enhancing raises concerns about fairness, equality, and respect for human dignity. This review explores the ethical aspects of human genome research in sports and its potential effect on the integrity of sports. Methodologically, this article provides a systematic analysis of scientific publications and expert insights to explore the ethical challenges of athletic genetics. This study extensively examined the current literature on genetics and sports performance, as well as ethical contradictions in modern science and sports. The literature was searched using Scopus, Google Scholar, and PubMed databases. Keywords included “genetics”, “sports performance”, “ethics”, “bioethics”, “genetic testing”, “human rights”, “sports”. The searching strategy was formulated without time constraints. Thus, both recent and fundamental works in this direction could be included. In conclusion, it is stated in this review that genetic technologies in sports should be developed and applied in accordance with ethical considerations. It is crucial because this is how fundamental principles of fairness, equality, and respect for human dignity can be supported. The review stresses the importance of an open dialogue about the potential influence of genetic advancements on athletic performance, future generations, and integrity of sports.
Received: 2025-07-16
Published online: 2025-08-30
DOI: 10.24075/medet.2025.013
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