Data Trusts: Empowering People in the Digital Age

Explore the concept of data trusts and their potential to empower individuals in sharing sensitive personal data while maintaining transparency and control. Delve into the work of Sylvie Delacroix, Turing Fellow and Professor in Law and Ethics at Birmingham Law School, as she discusses how data trusts can enable the sharing and safeguarding of data, particularly in the context of scientific research during the Covid-19 pandemic. Learn about the importance of balancing data collection at scale with individual privacy concerns, and discover how data trusts can provide a framework for responsible data sharing in the digital age. Gain insights into the potential applications of data trusts in various fields, including medical research, and understand their role in addressing ethical and legal challenges associated with personal data management.