Accessing Sensitive Data
Whether the data involves human subjects, non-human research, or confidential institutional information, it should only be accessed by individuals who are authorized. This helps protect privacy, maintain compliance with laws and regulations, and safeguard the integrity of research.
Only individuals with appropriate permissions, training, and approvals are allowed to access sensitive data. Depending on the type of data, this may include:
Completion of required training such as HIPAA, CITI, or other compliance modules.
Institutional Review Board (IRB) or other protocol approvals.
Data use agreements (DUAs) or other formal authorizations.
