Wright, K.Aagaard, N.Atuire, C.et al.2023-12-202023-12-202023https://doi.org/10.1186/s12910-023-00957-2http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh:8080/handle/123456789/41043Research ArtcleEthical review systems need to build on their experiences of COVID-19 research to enhance their preparedness for future pandemics. Recommendations from representatives from over twenty countries include: improving relationships across the research ecosystem; demonstrating willingness to reform and adapt systems and processes; and making the case robustly for better resourcing.enEthical preparednessresearch ethicsethical reviewArticle