Attitudes and practices of researchers on the sharing of genomic data: a qualitative study in Uganda

Key Points

• Sharing genomic data is crucial for enhancing research collaboration and transparency, yet various attitudes impact practices.
• A significant focus on privacy concerns shapes researchers' willingness to share genomic data amid collaboration efforts.
• Qualitative analysis provides insights into researchers' practices regarding genomic data sharing and underlying motivations.
• Understanding these attitudes and practices may improve frameworks for genomic data sharing within Uganda and beyond.