The Data Trusts Initiative is funding research projects at the intersection of theory and practice to understand how to operationalise data trusts. Explore our current portfolio here.

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Bridging theory and practice with use cases

What do use cases tell us about operational strategies for data trusts?

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Exploring the core concepts of a Civil Law data trust through the design of a Constituting Act

How can data trusts be created in civil law jurisdictions?

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Local data and placemaking in coastal communities

How can data trusts support civic engagement and environmental stewardship in local communities?

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Personal Data Accounts

What combination of technical and legal infrastructure can give individuals more control over data about them?

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Exploring data trusts in the health research context

How can the legal mechanisms provided by data trusts support research?

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Urban data trusts in theory and in practice

How might data trusts operate in cities and urban environments?

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