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GENOMA BIOINFORMATICS LLC
DATA MANAGEMENT AND SHARING POLICY
Last Updated: February 26, 2025

1. Introduction

This Data Management and Sharing Policy (“Policy”) explains how Genoma Bioinformatics LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, stores, shares, and protects data. By using our services, you agree to the terms of this Policy.

2. Data Collection

  1. Types of Data: We collect the following types of data:
    • Research data (e.g., genomic data, omics data, images).
    • User information (e.g., name, email address, contact details).
    • Technical data (e.g., IP address, browser information).
  2. Purpose of Collection: Data is collected to:
    • Provide and improve our bioinformatics services.
    • Communicate with users and provide customer support.
    • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

3. Data Storage

  1. Storage Locations: Data is stored on secure cloud platforms, including:
    • Amazon Web Services (AWS).
    • Microsoft Azure.
    • Google Cloud.
  2. Security Measures: We implement the following measures to protect data:
    • Encryption of data during transmission and storage.
    • Access controls to limit data access to authorized personnel.
    • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.

4. Data Sharing

  1. With Your Consent: We will share your data only with your explicit consent.
  2. With Third-Party Providers: We use third-party cloud providers to store and process data. These providers are bound by strict data protection agreements.
  3. For Legal Reasons: We may share data when required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

5. Data Security

  1. Technical Measures:
    • Encryption of data during transmission and storage.
    • Firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
  2. Organizational Measures:
    • Regular employee training on data protection.
    • Incident response plans for data breaches.

6. User Rights

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws, you have the following rights:

  1. Access: You can request a copy of the data we hold about you.
  2. Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  3. Deletion: You can request that we delete your data, subject to legal obligations.
  4. Objection: You can object to the processing of your data in certain circumstances.

To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
Data Protection Officer

7. Data Retention and Deletion

  1. Retention Period: We retain data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or to comply with legal obligations.
  2. Deletion: If you cancel your subscription, your data will be retained for up to 30 days to allow you to retrieve it, after which it will be permanently deleted.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by email or through our services. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.

If you have any questions about this Policy, please contact us at:

Genoma Bioinformatics