Access data in FEGA Sweden
Request access to sensitive research data
To request access to sensitive research data, find a relevant dataset on the European Genome-phenome Archive (EGA) website and follow the access instructions on its dataset page. The organisation responsible for the data decides whether to grant access. FEGA Sweden supports the secure delivery of approved data.
The links below take you to EGA, where you can browse studies and datasets.
Need help finding data or requesting access? Contact the Helpdesk.
Once you have found a relevant dataset, the steps below explain how to request access and, if it is approved, how to download the data securely.
1. Request access
Each dataset in EGA has a Data Access Committee (DAC): the role or group that handles access requests for that dataset. In a Swedish context, a DAC does not have to be a formal committee.
Find a relevant dataset
Search for the dataset or datasets you want to use at ega-archive.org. Read the public information on the dataset page and check its access instructions.
Request access from the responsible organisation
Use the contact information on the dataset page to start your request. You may need to agree to and sign a Data Access Agreement (DAA), which sets the conditions for using the data.
Receive an access decision
Once the organisation responsible for the data has made a decision on your access request, it will inform you using the contact process established during your application.
2. Download data securely
Complete these steps only after your access request has been approved.
Prepare for secure download
Follow the preparation guide to download the sda-cli tool and create a Crypt4GH key pair. Send FEGA Sweden your public key, which is used to encrypt the files for secure download. Keep your private key so you can decrypt the files locally.
Receive download instructions
Once FEGA Sweden has received your public key, the FEGA Sweden Helpdesk will provide instructions on how to download the approved files.
Download and decrypt files
Follow the instructions to download and decrypt the files. Please note that you need to confirm successful download and decryption to the Helpdesk.