General BDC FAQs

BDC Frequently Asked Questions

Who manages the data in BDC?
Similar to dbGaP, the data within BDC is managed by NHLBI staff and contractors. All staff and contractors with access to the data hold a Public Trust Clear...
Wed, 14 Jun, 2023 at 12:38 PM
How is the risk of data being used improperly reduced compared to dbGaP?
Access to data that is placed in dbGaP is controlled via the Data Access Request (DAR) process. Traditionally, after approval, a user downloads the data fro...
Fri, 13 Jan, 2023 at 11:35 AM
Do I need to do anything to move my data from dbGaP to BDC?
No, dbGaP and BDC staff will ensure data is safely available through BDC. Pursuant to NIH policy on the sharing of research data (NOT-OD-03-032) and the NIH...
Fri, 13 Jan, 2023 at 11:34 AM
Can my institution or I opt out of having my study's data in BDC?
Pursuant to NIH policy on the sharing of research data (NOT-OD-03-032) and the NIH Genomic Data Sharing Policy (NOT-OD-14-124 and NOT-OD-19-023), the NHLBI ...
Wed, 14 Jun, 2023 at 12:18 PM
Can BDC developers join/help projects with hosted controlled data?
It is acceptable for BDC developers and support team members to assist in troubleshooting analyses that use hosted controlled data. NHLBI granted the BDC de...
Fri, 13 Jan, 2023 at 11:33 AM