1 July 2009
A new paper describes an algorithm for achieving k-anonymity with minimal distortion to the data. The algorithm is also shown to be the fastest today. As part of the background, the paper includes two systematic reviews showing the biases due to the differences between consenters and non-consenters when consent is sought.

7 April 2009
A new study provides an estimate of the adoption of electronic data capture tools in Canadian clinical trials. This also looks at factors that predict adoption, such as trial size, type of sponsor, and whether the trial was with pediatric or adult subjects.

13 February 2009
We are organizing a half day seminar at the 2009 Canadian IAPP Conference in Toronto on 29th April. This will cover the options for disclosing health data for secondary purposes, and describe a risk assessment framework for de-identification with case studies.