EDPB Guidelines 1/2026 on Scientific Research Data Processing — Public Consultation Until June 25

The EDPB has adopted new draft Guidelines 1/2026 addressing the processing of personal data for scientific research purposes, building on the legal framework established by Article 89 of the GDPR. The guidelines are subject to a public consultation period running until June 25, 2026.

Affected parties — including research institutions, universities, pharmaceutical companies, clinical investigators, and any entity conducting scientific research involving personal data — should review the draft guidelines carefully and consider submitting comments via the EDPB's official reply form before the deadline. While the guidelines are non-binding, they represent the EDPB's authoritative interpretation of applicable data protection standards for scientific research and will influence how national data protection authorities across the EU apply the GDPR in this context.