Oncoscape Terms and Conditions

Oncoscape is a collection of data submitted by various organizations, and Fred Hutch aims to add value to research by facilitating the sharing of this data with researchers and community members. In consideration of my access to and use of this site Oncoscape, maintained by Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (“Fred Hutch”), I agree to the following terms and conditions:

 

  1. I agree to upload and use only de-identified patient or research subject data in Oncoscape, as specified by NIH’s Genomic Data Sharing policy criteria: the identifiers of data subjects cannot be readily ascertained or otherwise associated with the data by the repository staff or secondary data users (45 CFR46 .102(f)); the 18 identifiers enumerated at 45 CFR 164.514(b)(2) (the HIPAA Privacy Rule) are removed; and the submitting institution has no actual knowledge that the remaining information could be used alone or in combination with other information to identify the subject of the data.
  2. I agree that it is my responsibility to ensure that individuals cannot be identified by the data. I will not: (a) try to reveal the identity of any individuals by any means; or (b) publish or make by any means publicly available combinations of data with other data they possess, which can lead to the identification of individuals.
  3. I agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding the confidentiality of individually identifiable health information, including, without limitation, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”) (See: 45 CFR Parts 160, 162 and 164) and the regulations of the Office of Human Research Protection (45 CFR Part 46).
  4. I understand and acknowledge that the public Oncoscape website is free for academic, nonprofit, and personal use. Access to and use of Oncoscape and the data for any commercial purposes, for example selling the data or services based on the data, is not allowed. I will not re-package, compile, re-distribute or re-use any or all of the data unless when permission to do so is granted in writing by the Oncoscape or the supplier(s) of particular set(s) of data.
  5. Any use of the public browser requires credits to the browser site. I agree to inform Fred Hutch about my research or publicly-available research results generated by the use of data, including publications.
  6. I understand and acknowledge that links to other sites and access to external tools and systems are provided only for convenience and Fred Hutch is not responsible for the content or accuracy of external resources.
  7. I understand and acknowledge that the public data and tools displayed in Oncoscape are under the same condition of use as specified by the original source.
  8. I understand and agree that I am solely responsible for any ethical and legal implications pursuant to the use of the data and Fred Hutch makes no representations and extends no warranties with regards to the data. I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold Fred Hutch harmless from any causes of action, claims, damages, or liabilities arising or alleged to arise from my failure to comply with any of the provisions of this site. Neither Fred Hutch nor those contributing to Oncoscape shall be liable for any losses or damage that may result from its use.
  9. I understand and acknowledge that Fred Hutch reserves the right to make changes to this website and associated resources at any time without notice.
  10. I agree to use Oncoscape only for lawful purposes. Fred Hutch reserves the right to access data without notification from time to time for the purposes of ensuring lawful and agreed use. Fred Hutch is entitled to control the use of Oncoscape and to restrict any unauthorized use or to correct unauthorized alterations of the data. For this purpose Fred Hutch may perform security checks and audits.
  11. I understand and acknowledge that I am responsible for all activities that occur under my account and agree to not disclose any computer password or otherwise provide access to confidential information to any person. I may be held liable for any losses incurred by Oncoscape or another party due to someone else using my account. I may not use anyone else’s account at any time.
  12. As an Oncoscape user, I understand and acknowledge that I am solely responsible for any information that I display, generate, transmit or transfer while using Oncoscape and for the consequences of such actions.
  13. Oncoscape usage is recorded by Google Analytics. All queries are automatically logged by the server. Temporary files containing the results of queries may persist on the server until removed. Fred Hutch may use this data internally for support purposes such as maintenance, performance, and debugging.
  14. I agree to not remove any confidential information from Fred Hutch systems unless authorized to do so. I also agree to maintain appropriate information security procedures to ensure that confidential information remains confidential to the extent required.
  15. I understand that this site is not intended to assist with the practice of medicine or provide specific medical advice, and should not be used to make a diagnosis or to replace or overrule a qualified health care provider's judgment.
  16. By choosing to use Oncoscape, I acknowledge and agree to these Terms and Conditions. Fred Hutch reserves the right to modify these terms and any related policies.
  17. I understand that a violation of these terms may result in termination of my permission to have access to and use Oncoscape.
  18. My access to and use of this site, and these terms and conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Washington and applicable U.S. federal laws. I consent to the jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located within Washington State and agree that any action related to my access to or use of this site and these terms and conditions must be brought in a state or federal court located within Washington State.