Genomics England: 100,000 Genomes Project

Genomics England, funded by the UK Department of Health and Social Care
HDB-0135

The 100,000 Genomes Project is a genomic database containing whole genome sequences from approximately 85,000 NHS patients affected by rare diseases or cancer, established between 2013 and 2018, with data linked to NHS clinical records and participant consent status. Qualified researchers can access the project's genomic and phenotypic data through application for research on disease genetics, therapeutic development, and diagnostics.

Category
Research database
Access
By application
Region
UK — United Kingdom
Coverage
Approximately 85,000 NHS patients with whole genome sequences and linked clinical data
License / terms
Proprietary
Data types
Whole genome sequences, Rare disease phenotypes, Cancer data, Clinical records, Patient consent data

Record HDB-0135 · last verified 2026-08-24 · listed in Research databases

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