20/03/2006 (Agence Europe) - The Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe have just adopted a recommendation on research using biological materials from human sources, with the exception of foetal or embryos. The text applies to samples that are taken, preserved and used in research in this field using biological materials of this nature. The recommendation explains the requirements in terms of information, confidentiality, consent to donate, ban or benefit from this research. It also...