Data Management

The Affymetrix Microarray Core practices data redundancy.  Within the core, raw array data files are maintained on a local drive and raw, processed, and quality assessment (QA) data is maintained in the disc archives.  Also, all data that is delivered to the investigator's lab is transferred to a server that is maintained by OHSU's computing group, AGCC.  These storage steps, along with the copy of data that is distributed directly to the investigator's lab offers a significant degree of data stability.  

 

Note: The Affymetrix Microarray Core is not responsible for lost data post-project completion.  The investigator's lab is encouraged to practice redundant back-up measures to protect against lost/corrupted data discs, drive failure, etc.

Legacy Database

Access to the legacy database, the Affymetrix Microarray Core Database (AMC DB), is still available to investigators that possess login credentials (username/password).  Support for this database is currently limited and therefore no new investigators will be added as of August 2008.  See above description for current data management procedures.

Investigators that possess AMC DB login information for the AMC DB