There's an unfortunate history of scientists harming study subjects, which caused most institutions to institute these safeguards, so as to avoid reputational h

There's an unfortunate history of scientists harming study subjects, which caused most institutions to institute these safeguards, so as to avoid reputational harm which would cause the government to cease funding them. Corporations are not subject to political whims, though they often do have lawyers review their study techniques, as they are subject to lawsuits.