This document discusses the challenges of handling large-scale genomic and biological data and proposes potential solutions. It notes that data volumes are increasing rapidly due to advances in sequencing technology but dissemination and data handling methods have not kept pace. Several hurdles to data sharing are described including technical issues around data size, heterogeneity and longevity as well as economic and cultural barriers. Potential solutions discussed include providing incentives for data sharing through attribution and citation, adopting data citation practices using Digital Object Identifiers, establishing funding models for long-term curation, and launching new databases and journals focused on publishing and analyzing large-scale datasets.