1. Data Collection and Storage: Researchers must ensure that any personal data collected during studies or experiments is stored securely and only for as long as necessary. 2. Informed Consent: Participants must be informed about how their data will be used and must give explicit consent. 3. Data Sharing: When collaborating with other institutions or companies, data sharing agreements must be in place to ensure GDPR compliance. 4. Anonymization: Personal data should be anonymized whenever possible to minimize the risk of data breaches.