Consortium FAQs
1. Can anyone join the SREDH Consortium?
Due to the multi-institutional funding agreement, SREDH Consortium membership is only available to individuals from partner organizations. If you would like to inquire about your eligibility please get in touch with us here.
2. Which working groups currently are the part of SREDH consortium?
Currently, the SREDH consortium consists of 3 Working groups 2020-2024 NHMRC Partnership Project Working Groups, ePBRN Primary Care Health Informatics Working Group, and TCRN Translational Bioinformatics Working Group, Please refer working groups section for more information.
3. How can an individual or organization join the SREDH Consortium?
To join the consortium, interested parties can apply by filling out the SREDH Consortium membership application.
4. Is it necessary to have ethics approval before accessing the data? If it is, so how long it takes?
Yes, it is mandatory to have ethics approved before accessing the data. It takes up to 2-3 weeks or a shorter or shorter period depending on the project. For more details check SREDH Consortium Governance.
5. Can ethics be approved by our company/organization?
Yes, ethics can be approved as long as the company/organization is accredited in the respective country. For example, a list of Ehtics committees in Australia .
6. How does the Consortium ensure compliance with health privacy and security regulations?
The Consortium is committed to meeting Australian and international health privacy and security standards. It incorporates best practices and utilizes secure container-based technology to ensure that the SREDH Platform complies with all relevant regulations.
7. Can non-Australian organizations or individuals join the SREDH Consortium?
Yes, the Consortium is open to individuals and organizations beyond Australia. It welcomes a diverse range of participants to contribute to and benefit from the collaborative environment and resources offered by the SREDH Platform
8. How does the Consortium handle data privacy and confidentiality on the SREDH Platform?
Ensuring data privacy and confidentiality is a priority for the Consortium. The SREDH Platform incorporates robust security measures, and members are required to adhere to strict privacy protocols to safeguard sensitive health information under regulatory standards.