Despite its potential, cancer informatics faces several challenges:
- Data Integration: Combining data from disparate sources can be complex due to varying formats and standards. - Privacy and Security: Protecting sensitive patient data is paramount, and maintaining data confidentiality while enabling research access is challenging. - Interoperability: Ensuring that different systems and software can communicate effectively is critical for seamless data sharing and analysis. - Data Quality: Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of data is essential for reliable analysis and outcomes.
