🔒UK Biobank's Research Platform Reopens After Data Leak
20,000 researchers can finally access the data again
TL;DR
The UK Biobank's Research Analysis Platform is reopening after a major data leak in April. Over 20,000 researchers will regain access to 30 petabytes of data, but with new security measures in place.
The UK Biobank's Research Analysis Platform (UKB-RAP) is reopening after a major data leak in April. Researchers will face new security measures, including a manual output checking system and restrictions on SSH, interactive tools, and CLI use. Over 20,000 researchers will regain access to 30 petabytes of data, crucial for investigating conditions like cancer, dementia, and Parkinson's. The platform will be phased back into use, with researchers initially unable to download results files or build public apps.
Key Points
Over 20,000 researchers will regain access to 30 petabytes of data.
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