Accessing Genomic Data
The GDC Data Portal is a groundbreaking tool that enables a better understanding of cancer biology by allowing researchers to:
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Documentation
Data Access Tools
The GDC provides web-based tools and API endpoints for searching, viewing and downloading data as well as client tools for downloading large volumes of data.
Controlled Data Access Policy
Any user requesting access to GDC controlled data must apply for access to the data through the database of Genotypes and Phenotypes (dbGaP):
High Quality Datasets
The GDC obtains datasets from NCI programs which maintain tissue collection strategies that couple quantity with quality. Data validation is performed on all data submitted to the GDC.
What’s New with the GDC and Cancer Research
Cancer Research Highlights and Publications:
What web browsers are supported by the GDC?
The following web browsers are supported for use with the GDC Data Portal, Submission Portal, Website, and Documentation site.
- Most recent supported stable version of Microsoft Edge
- Most recent stable version of Google Chrome
- Most recent stable version of Mozilla Firefox
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