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Accessing Genomic Data
The GDC Data Portal is a groundbreaking tool that enables a better understanding of cancer biology by allowing researchers to:
- Search and query genomic data
- Download data directly from the web browser or download large volumes of data using the high performance GDC Data Transfer Tool
- Analyze cancer data including clinical information, genomic characterization data, and high level sequence analysis of the tumor genomes
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:
From the GDC FAQ
How do I avoid timeouts and transfer interruptions when downloading large datasets from the GDC Data Portal?
The GDC Data Portal is a web-based application that is limited by browser and network constraints. If a system timeout occurs when downloading files, please use the [GDC Data Transfer Tool](/access-data/gdc-data-transfer-tool) or contact the [GDC Help Desk](/support).
Need Assistance?
Need help with data retrieval, download, or submission?
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