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Guidelines 1/2026 on processing of personal data for scientific research purposes

  • Guideline
  • 16 April 2026
  • Public consultation closed
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Guidelines 1/2026 v1
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Summary: scientific research, how to lawfully process personal data
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Related topics:

  • #Health and research
  • #Legal basis
  • #Controller/processor
  • #Data subject rights
  • #Basic principles

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