It is preferable to use EGA ("the European Genome-phenome Archive") as a repository for storing genomic and/or genetic data.
If other data repositories than EGA need to be used, the researcher presents this question to DAC (Data Access Committee) (via email addressed to dac@uzleuven.be), which submits it for decision to the Data Protection Board of UZ Leuven.
DAC aims to make a decision within a reasonable period. Where necessary, DAC submits the file to the Data Protection Board of UZ Leuven (DPB) for advice. The small DPB office meets monthly.