Improving privacy and security in genomic data sharing

iDASH Genome Privacy and Security Competition Workshop

NIH-funded research Yale University · NIH-11023134

This study is all about finding better ways to share genetic information safely and privately, so researchers can work together more easily while keeping your data secure and respecting your consent.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionYale University NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (New Haven, United States)
Project IDNIH-11023134 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on enhancing the privacy and security of genomic data sharing, which is crucial for advancing biomedical research. It addresses the challenges posed by privacy concerns that can prevent large-scale data sharing across institutions and countries. The project involves organizing competitions and workshops to evaluate innovative privacy and security models, while also engaging underrepresented researchers in these efforts. By developing new sociotechnical methods, the research aims to ensure that patient consent and data protection are prioritized in genomic studies.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals whose genomic data could contribute to biomedical research and who are concerned about the privacy and security of their information.

Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in genomic research or do not have concerns about data privacy may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective sharing of genomic data, ultimately accelerating advancements in personalized medicine.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in developing privacy and security models for genomic data, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful advancements.

Where this research is happening

New Haven, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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