Overview
The Research Tools team is responsible for operating and extending institution-scale digital platforms for researchers, including UCSF’s research electronic data capture (REDCap) systems.
Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap)
REDCap is a secure and HIPAA-compliant web-based system for building and managing web-based research projects, such as surveys and databases. The system provides functionality and features to enable researchers to rapidly develop databases and online surveys. These databases, data entry forms and surveys are intuitive, easy-to-use tools for collecting data, including data validation.
The REDCap service at UCSF provides access to compliant electronic data capture platforms across three product tiers to meet the community's diverse research needs.
- REDCap: Free self-service data platform with user-created custom databases, data capture, surveys, and robust integrations. Approved for electronic consent, but not Part 11 compliant.
- REDCap Premium: Managed platform with additional access control and costs. Electronic consent Part 11 compliant; full platform validation planned.
- REDCap Cloud: Fully Part 11 compliant third-party EDC platform. More costly and projects may require professional services to launch.