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For the purposes of this portal, we define key data as data that, when shared in a raw or semi-processed format, is of sufficient size or complexity OR can be combined with similar data such that that it can be mined for additional insights. knowledge beyond the primary research question.
For example, a single Western blot image is typically not key data, because it can be used to answer just a handful of questions, typically all related to the protein that was assayed, and it is difficult to combine this information with lots of other Western blots to create a resource that can be mined. On the other hand, a collection of 5 whole slide images of patient tumor sections would likely be key data, because there are lots of questions that could potentially be asked of the data.
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