Annas and Grodin argue that if research will benefit a population in a developing nation then there is no need to secure the informed consent of the participants from that nation.

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Annas and Grodin's argument is not valid as informed consent is a fundamental ethical principle that applies regardless of the location or development status of the population being researched. All individuals have the right to autonomy and to be adequately informed about the risks and benefits of participating in research, regardless of their socio-economic status.

Annas and Grodin Argue That If Research Will Benefit a Population