Cryptocurrency as a new method for participant compensation in research
"People who participate in research are provided with compensation to reimburse them for being involved. This compensation is usually in the form of cash, check, or electronic gift cards. Given the increasing use of and interest in cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, cryptocurrencies should be explored as a possibility for paying participants to participate in studies. This manuscript describes that compensation option, with considerations for researchers and the public."
