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Idea - Genetic information is extremely disruptive

Posted Wed Nov 12 13:56:52 PST 2008

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Genetic information is extremely disruptive

Originated by Esther Dyson

Esther Dyson, a catalyst-investor in numerous technologies, believes that knowing more about our own genetic makeup allows us to make better decisions about our lives and our health. That in turn will lead to a raft of new companies and products that will provide us with better information and recommendations tailored to our unique genetic makeup and physical characteristics.

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Industry observer Esther Dyson believes that scientific progress can occur when people voluntarily contribute their genetic data - as she has herself.
Taking a Peek at the Experts' Genetic Secrets
New York Times article on the Personal Genome Project, in which Esther Dyson is a participant.

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Genomics will drive the future global economy Bioscience entrepreneur Juan Enriquez outlines the profound impact of genomics.
My Genome, My Self New York Times article by Steven Pinker discusses personal genomics as a tool that allow you to carry out the injunction to know thyself.
Personal Genomics (Wikipedia) Definition of Personal Genomics.
How the Personal Genome Project Could Unlock the Mysteries of Life (Wired) Wired Magazine article profiling Personal Genome project founder George Church.
Personal Genome Project (NOVA video segment) Describes project to recruit 100,000 people and sequence all of their DNA.
What would happen if genetic and medical records were freely available to anyone? Interview with George Church
X Prize for Genomics Background on the $10 million prize created in an effort to dramatically reduce the time and cost of sequencing genomes.

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