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Request Resources

Data Request Resources

Data Request Checklist

This checklist outlines the information and documentation needed to request data from DASH.

Available for download as a PDF:

Download Data Request Checklist as PDF [33 kB]

DASH Data Use Agreement - Sample Template

This is a sample template of the DASH Data Use Agreement that is executed between NICHD and the Recipient’s Institution after approval of data requests. This sample is for informational purposes only; a Data Use Agreement populated with information specific to the data request will be provided after completion of the data request process in DASH.

Available for download as a PDF:

Download DASH Data Use Agreement - Sample Template as PDF [316 kB]

DASH Controlled Access to Data Webinar Presentation

This webinar presentation accompanies the DASH Controlled Access to Data Webinar Video (below) and provides an overview of the policy requirements and processes for submitting and accessing data from DASH, and detailed information on the various control mechanisms for accessing data from DASH based on the DASH Policy. This webinar is helpful for investigators who would like to access data from DASH or plan on sharing data through DASH.

Available for download as a PDF:

Download DASH Controlled Access to Data Webinar Presentation as PDF [841 kB]

Biospecimen Request Resources

Biospecimen Request Checklist

This checklist outlines the information and documentation needed to request biospecimens from DASH.

Available for download as a PDF:

Download Biospecimen Request Checklist as PDF [68 kB]

Biospecimen Letter of Availability - Sample Template

This is a sample template of the letter provided by DASH to biospecimen requesters who do not yet have funding to conduct research but are interested in applying for funding. This sample is for informational purposes only; a customized letter will be provided to the requester during the biospecimen request process.

Available for download as a PDF:

Download Biospecimen Letter of Availability - Sample Template as PDF [60 kB]

DASH Material Transfer Agreement - Sample Template

This is a sample template of the Material Transfer Agreement executed between NICHD and the Recipient’s Institution after approval of biospecimen requests. This sample is for informational purposes only; a customized Material Transfer Agreement will be provided after completion of the biospecimen request process in DASH.

Available for download as a PDF:

Download DASH Material Transfer Agreement - Sample Template as PDF [314 kB]

Tutorial for Requesting Data and Biospecimens

This tutorial provides detailed information and instructions on how to request data and/or biospecimens from DASH.

Available for download as a PDF:

Download Tutorial for Requesting Data and Biospecimens as PDF [2.5 MB]

Guide for Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR)/Signing Official

This guide provides general information on the role of the Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR)/Signing Official from the data or biospecimen requesting institution who must sign the Data Use Agreement/Material Transfer Agreement before accessing data/biospecimens from DASH.

Available for download as a PDF:

Download Guide for Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR)/Signing Official as PDF [140 kB]

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