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Handling Sensitive Data

This guide covers key topics like protecting privacy, meeting legal requirements, and securely storing and sharing data. It is intended for researchers, students, and faculty who work with sensitive data and want to ensure responsible and ethical handling

References

Elgan, M. (n.d.). Why safeguarding sensitive data is so crucial. https://www.ibm.com/think/insights/why-safeguarding-sensitive-data-is-crucial

Northwestern University Information Technology. (n.d.). Tips for securing your data. https://www.it.northwestern.edu/security/protect-information/secure-data-tips.html

University at Buffalo. (n.d.). Best Practices: Handling Sensitive Data. https://library.buffalo.edu/research/rds/education/sensitive-data.html

Western Illinois University. (2024, July 18). Sensitive Data Handling Procedures (Administrative Procedures Handbook). https://www.wiu.edu/administrative_procedures_handbook/sensitiveData.php