UK Biobank is a large-scale biomedical database and research initiative that collects and stores biological samples, imaging data, and health information from over 500,000 participants in the United Kingdom. The purpose of UK Biobank is to facilitate research into the genetic and environmental factors that contribute to the development of various diseases and conditions, with the ultimate goal of improving prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies. Researchers from around the world can access the data and samples stored in UK Biobank to conduct a wide range of studies in fields such as genetics, epidemiology, and public health.