UK Biobank is a globally accessible biomedical database and research resource with genetic and health information supporting research into various serious illnesses.
- It contains genetic, lifestyle, and health information from 500,000 UK participants.
- The database includes blood samples, heart and brain scans, and genetic data.
- Approved researchers worldwide can access it for public interest health-related research.
- Recruitment occurred between 2006-2010, with participants aged 40-69.
- So far over 30,000 researchers from 90+ countries use UK Biobank, resulting in 9,000+ published papers.
- It receives support from Wellcome, Medical Research Council, British Heart Foundation, Cancer Research UK, and NIHR.