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Cloud computing policy

  • Updated 02 January 2026 08:50

This policy provides guidance for researchers and their use of cloud computing services for the storage and processing of UK Biobank data.

It sets out UK Biobank’s general perspective on cloud computing services and expectations for the management and protection of UK Biobank data when using cloud computing services.

Full policy available here.

  • access_062-uk-biobank-cloud-computing-policy-v1-0.pdf200 KB

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