Ethics & Data Protection
Your privacy and safety are paramount. The HEART project adheres to the highest ethical standards and data protection regulations to ensure every participant is protected.
Ethical Principles
Data Privacy
All personal information is protected according to GDPR standards. Participants control their data and can request deletion at any time.
Secure Infrastructure
Digital platforms use industry-standard encryption and security protocols to protect all participant information and communications.
Transparency
Clear information about how data is collected, used, and stored is provided to all participants before they join the project.
Ethical Approval
All research protocols and screening questionnaires undergo formal ethical review and approval processes.
Informed Consent
Participants receive complete information and provide explicit consent before engaging with any screening or data collection.
Data Anonymization
Research data is anonymized to protect individual identities while still enabling valuable population-level insights.
Key Safeguards
GDPR Compliance
The HEART project fully complies with the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This means:
- You have the right to access your personal data
- You can request correction of inaccurate information
- You can request deletion of your data at any time
- You can withdraw consent for participation
- Your data will not be shared with third parties without consent