Trusted Research Environment
To hold all data safely and securely, we use a Trusted Research Environment. This is a highly secure computing environment that provides remote access to health data for approved researchers.
Personal details (e.g. name, address, NHS number) will be stored separately from
research data. Only the Heartburn Health team will have access to personal
details.
Researchers will only be able to access non-identifiable data specifically needed
for an approved study in the Trusted Research Environment. They will not be able
to remove data from the environment, meaning only approved analysis can be
done.
The Trusted Research Environment allows us to maximise use of the data to
advance research into heartburn, while ensuring the data is safe and secure.
The ‘Fives Safes’ Model
Data will always be kept safe and secure and will be used responsibly to ensure privacy. To make sure these high standards are met, we will follow the ‘Five Safes’ Model:
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