What is a FinnGen analysis proposal and when do I need to submit one?

Proof of scientific purpose

All research done in FinnGen must adhere to the FinnGen Scientific Plan and its amendments as use of FinnGen data is allowed only for research established in its Scientific Plan. All analyses done using FinnGen data must have a specific articulated scientific purpose, and the potential to produce publishable results.

Familiarize yourself with the scientific Plan

Please familiarize yourself with both the FinnGen Scientific Plan and its amendments before you start working with FinnGen data.

Submit a proposal

In order for the FinnGen Scientific Director and the FinnGen administration team to check if your analysis fits with the FinnGen Scientific Plan and that there are no overlapping efforts already ongoing in FinnGen, you must submit a FinnGen analysis proposal.

Reasons for a proposal

The FinnGen analysis proposal must be filled in for any new study involving FinnGen data for which:

• publication may be intended

• sharing of non-public FinnGen results with investigators outside of FinnGen

• downloads of FinnGen results from Sandbox

• support from FinnGen IT/analysis team

• exploration of FinnGen data in Sandbox

None of the above-mentioned items can be pursued without an approved Analysis Proposal.

Existing analysis proposals can be seen in the FinnGen SharePoint here.