RES Insect Welfare and Ethics Survey

Thank you for participating in this survey. It should take you approximately 10-30 minutes to complete. We are aiming to gather insights from scientists that work with insects regarding their experiences of the ethical use of insects in research. Your input is vital for identifying knowledge gaps and improving the support available for researchers in this field.

This questionnaire will cover various aspects of the ethics application process, including submission practices, perceived challenges, and attitudes toward ethical oversight in entomological research. The findings will contribute to a better understanding of the needs and experiences of researchers and may help inform future resources and policies.

This study has undergone ethical review by the Human Behaviour Change for Life (HBCL) Organisation. This survey is produced by the Royal Entomological Society, using Survey Monkey software. We are following the same online survey privacy statement as the HBCL which can be found here.

We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. By participating in this survey, you can be assured that all data collected will be handled in full compliance with GDPR regulations and will not be transferred offshore. All responses to this survey will be kept confidential and will be used solely for research purposes. Individual responses will not be identifiable in any reports or publications. Data will be aggregated and anonymised to ensure that no individual participant can be recognised.

Your participation in this survey is entirely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the survey at any time without any negative consequences. Additionally, you can request the removal of your data from the study at any point prior to the questionnaire closing date by contacting Dr Jessica Stokes at the Royal Entomological Society (jessica@royensoc.co.uk). Upon your request, we will ensure that your data is deleted from our records. After the questionnaire closing date all data will be anonymised.

I have read the above and understand what the research involves. By continuing I agree to the following statements:

I understand my participation in the research is voluntary, and if I decide that I no longer wish to take part in this research, I should not submit my response.

I am over the age of 18.

I consent to the processing of my personal information for the purposes of this research.

I understand that such information will be treated as strictly confidential and handled in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018.

I agree that the project has been explained to me to my satisfaction and I agree to take part in this research.

I am not suffering from any health conditions that would prevent me from taking part in this research.

I understand that the information I have submitted will aid in the objectives of the project as outlined in the project introduction or explanation already giving to me. Confidentiality and anonymity will be maintained and it will not be possible to identify me from any publications, unless I have given expressed permission.