​​WHI Virtual Data Enclave (VDE)
Investigators who meet approved criteria may use the WHI Virtual Data Enclave (VDE) to expand access to selected confidential data. WHI investigators with an approved manuscript or Ancillary Study proposal may remotely access and analyze data on a secure server located at the CCC.
There is a base fee of $3,000 for the use of the VDE, and documentation of local IRB approval for your manuscript as well as an executed Data Use Agreement is required.
For more detailed information, please ​see the VDE Brochure with a list of FAQs.
If you are interested in using the WHI VDE, please complete and return the WHI Virtual Data Enclave Intake Form.
See the VDE Flow Diagram for detailed steps included in use of the VDE.
Upon all approvals and payment, users will be provided with a user account for log in.
Please refer to The WHI Virtual Data Enclave User Guide for directions for use.​