Access and manage online surveys and research data
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) is a web-based app for designing and managing online surveys, especially for research and clinical studies. This service, born from a consortium pioneered at Vanderbilt University, ensures reliable data capture essential for modern research.
To access HMS REDCap system. If you're new, fill out the request form for an account and a REDCap project.
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Eligibility
Eligibility revolves around affiliation and project type.HMS HSDMREDCap is available for HMS and HSDM quad-based faculty, staff, and postdoctoral researchers. Students working in HMS/HSDM based research labs can access it with approval. However, other HMS affiliates don't qualify for this license. For HMS IRB studies in REDCap, users must be listed on the active approved IRB.
Note – Hospital affiliates are not eligible for this service.
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Security
The platform is secure, but take note of data types.DSL 4 NOT HIPAA-compliantREDCap offers a secure web connection with authentication and data logging. It's approved for use with Harvard Data Security Level 4 data. However, it is NOT a HIPAA-compliant service and can not be used to host any protected health information.
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Features
REDCap offers diverse functionalities to simplify research tasks.Tools CapabilitiesFrom project creation to online surveys, REDCap offers a vast array of tools tailored for data collection strategies. It supports multiple languages, has a built-in calendar, scheduling, and offers advanced features like branching logic and file uploading.
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Support
How can you get help?HelpIf you need support please contact us at rchelp@hms.harvard.edu