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Characteristics of research ethics committees and associated mean scores (n = 15)
| Item | n (%) | Mean ± SD |
|---|---|---|
| Duration of existence | ||
| 2–5 years | 5 (33.3) | 102.8 ± 6.8 |
| ≥ 5 years | 10 (66.7) | 111.9 ± 13.9 |
| Frequency of meetings | ||
| At least once a month | 1 (6.7) | 147 |
| Less than once a month | 14 (93.3) | 106.1 ± 7.1 |
| Availability of a budget | ||
| Yes | 0 (0.0) | - |
| No | 15 (100.0) | 108.9 ± 12.6 |
| Balanced gender representation | ||
| Yes | 7 (46.7) | 114.8 ± 15.3 |
| No | 8 (53.3) | 103.6 ± 6.8 |
