Good points. It's obvious that the potential for ethical problems in such a situation is huge.
I've thought for similar questions that a required baseline would be to at least have a society that provides a viable minimum social safety net, as well as free healthcare. When external conditions compel people to risk their health for survival, it is impossible to ensure sound ethics.
The point about ensuring that science and scientists can be trusted in the future is also an excellent point.
I've thought for similar questions that a required baseline would be to at least have a society that provides a viable minimum social safety net, as well as free healthcare. When external conditions compel people to risk their health for survival, it is impossible to ensure sound ethics.
The point about ensuring that science and scientists can be trusted in the future is also an excellent point.