Improving Data Integrity in Samples Obtained From Web-Based Recruitment: Protocol for the Development of a Novel System for Assessing Participant Authenticity in a Remote Longitudinal Cohort Study of Polysubstance Use.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Remote recruitment for human participant research is increasingly popular due to its speed, cost-effectiveness, and accessibility for participants. However, in some cases, it can be particularly difficult to authenticate participants recruited remotely, which, unless adequately addressed, may pose a threat to data integrity and validity.

Objective

This protocol aims to outline authenticity concerns encountered via remote recruitment for a longitudinal cohort study of adults reporting polysubstance use. Stemming from these concerns, we describe the development of a novel system of participant authenticity checks, designed with the goal of maximizing data integrity and minimizing the introduction of additional barriers to participating in the research. Finally, we e

SUBMITTER: Rodriguez CR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12395112 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature