SEAL is a secure data lab that provides a safe environment for hosting confidential data. Data is hosted at the SEAL computer laboratory in the Wilson building and available in person or through secure remote access. The Laboratory has several levels of security, allowing for the storage and protection of sensitive data. The lab provides statistical and data analysis software.
Encrypted remote access, and secure local access in Wilson Hall.
Unlimited
1200$/year +. McMaster Faculty of Social Sciences offers some fee assistance for researchers.
n/a
Data is backed up on a revolving basis to local drives. SEAL has encrypted off-site backup.
L. R. Wilson building
All users need to be approved for access. External researchers can gain access.
Researchers working with highly sensitive or restricted data (eg. personal health or financial data) should consider SEAL for data security reasons
SEAL website: https://seal.mcmaster.ca/
Lily Wang
seal@mcmaster.ca
Researchers or research groups can get a quote by contacting Lily Wang, the SEAL lab manager.
High
Secure local access in the SEAL computer lab or encrypted remote access using MobiKey