Geographies of Trust

In biomedical research, data is often locked behind institutional, legal, or ethical barriers, especially when it involves sensitive patient information. The Geographies of Trust report highlights a transformative approach: data visiting, where algorithms travel to the data rather than moving the data itself.

Why is data visiting relevant for a more inclusive global research ecosystem?

This model enables privacy-preserving analysis, respects local governance, and supports federated learning across borders. For funders, it means investing in infrastructure that unlocks global collaboration without compromising compliance. For researchers, it offers access to diverse datasets, critical for building inclusive, representative models in genomics, epidemiology, and clinical AI.

Data visiting breaks down silos and empowers institutions in underrepresented regions to contribute meaningfully to global science. It’s not just a technical fix, it’s a strategic shift toward a more equitable and scalable research ecosystem. Supporting these technologies is an investment in trust, innovation, and global health equity.