A philosopher/researcher is developing a blockchain solution to provide privacy for genomic data, which has been a problem for genomic research, but at the same time grant access to anonymized genomic data for medical research.
David Koepsell, J.D., Ph.D., a philosopher and author, has launched a company that uses blockchain technology to allow genomic data to be stored and kept private, but still allow for scientists access to the data they need for genomic research. Koepsell believes blockchain technology will bring a revolution to genomic science, which is bringing major medical benefits . according to Forbes.
Genomic testing allows patients to be treated with more precision. Treatment can be tailored to a patient’s individual makeup. It also raises questions about who should have access to genomic data.
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