Repository details
German Human Genome-Phenome Archive
Name of repository
German Human Genome-Phenome Archive
Additional name(s)
- GHGA
- Deutsches Humangenom-Phänomarchiv
Repository URL
Subject(s)
Description
The German Human Genome-Phenome Archive (GHGA) is a dedicated repository for storing and sharing diverse genomic and phenotypic data from a wide range of scientific studies, including clinical trials, population research, routine healthcare, and biomedical investigations usually coming from research institutions in Germany. By connecting with international initiatives such as the European Genome-phenome Archive (EGA) and the European Genomic Data Infrastructure (GDI), GHGA ensures that data is FAIRly stored, accessible, and interoperable across the globe.
GHGA has set up a trusted, long-term repository, with plans to preserve data at every stage, from raw sequencing files to processed data and research results. Developed in phases, GHGA will continually add features that support secondary research, including secure processing environments, data statistics, and data analysis tools. In this way, GHGA provides a secure and evolving resource for researchers, accelerating scientific discoveries and the development of innovative healthcare solutions.
Recognizing the sensitivity of human omics data, GHGA ensures strict data protection through robust security systems that maintain patient privacy and comply with ethical standards. Access to restricted datasets is not managed by GHGA, but by relevant Data Access Committees (DACs) appointed by the respective data controllers. DACs oversee requests based on established ethical and legal guidelines, while complying with the data subject’s consent. GHGA functions as an intermediate - who facilitates access for authorized users, such as researchers and healthcare professionals, ensuring that only those with proper clearance can access controlled data.
Keyword(s)
Repository size
66 datasets, 2.046 donors, 11.802 files
Repository type(s)
- disciplinary
Mission statement for designated community
Research data repository language(s)
- English
Data and/or service provider
- dataProvider
- serviceProvider
Institutions (9)
Additional name(s)
- DKFZ
- Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum
Country
Type(s) of responsibility
- general
Type of institution
non-profit
Additional name(s)
- Deutsches Humangenom-Phänomarchiv
Country
Type(s) of responsibility
- general
Type of institution
non-profit
Additional name(s)
- Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft
- DFG
Country
Type(s) of responsibility
- funding
Type of institution
non-profit
Additional name(s)
- MDC-Berlin
- Max Delbruck Center for Molecular Medicine
Country
Type(s) of responsibility
- general
Type of institution
non-profit
Additional name(s)
- Technische Universität Dresden
- Dresden University of Technology
Country
Type(s) of responsibility
- general
Type of institution
non-profit
Additional name(s)
- TUM
- Technische Universität München
Country
Type(s) of responsibility
- general
Type of institution
non-profit
Additional name(s)
- UKSH
- Universitätsklinikum Schleswig-Holstein
Country
Type(s) of responsibility
- general
Type of institution
non-profit
Additional name(s)
- Universität zu Köln
- UzK
Country
Type(s) of responsibility
- general
Type of institution
non-profit
Additional name(s)
- Universität Tübingen
- Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen
Country
Type(s) of responsibility
- general
Type of institution
non-profit
Funding (2)
Funder name
Nationale Forschungsdateninfrastruktur (NFDI)
Funder name
German Research Foundation
Grant
441914366
Policies (4)
Policy Name
Policy Name
Policy Name
Policy Name
Database access
Type of access to research data repository
open
Database licenses (1)
Database License
Data access (1)
Type of access to data
restricted
Data access restriction type(s)
- registration
Data licenses (1)
DataLicense
Data upload (1)
Type of data upload
restricted
Data upload restriction type(s)
- registration
Data upload license (1)
Data upload license name
Persistent identifier system(s)
- other
Versioning
yes
Enhanced Publication
yes
Quality management
yes
Application programming interfaces (2)
Type
REST
Url
documentation
Type
REST
Url
documentation
Remarks
Remarks
For datasets with access restrictions, a designated Data Access Committee (DAC) is responsible for determining permissions. GHGA itself does not review data access requests; they are evaluated by the relevant DAC. The GHGA data infrastructure is designed as a federated network: https://www.ghga.de/about-us/how-we-work/data-hubs
Entry date
2025-03-13
Last update
2025-03-20
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