And if you could take a genetic test to determine if you have the gene mutations that could show you have an increased risk of having Alzheimers Disease, would you? As the U.S. FDA has started regulating and approving these tests, SoundRocket asks: are there any potential harms and limitations?
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Gathering data for direct-to-consumer personal genomic testing made easier with SoundRocket as data collection partner
This was the first experience for any researchers to look closely at the impact of personal genetic testing reports – to see how users understood them and made use of the results they provide. Soundrocket was happy to play a role in this important research.
FDA Genetic Health Assessment Ruling: Decoded
Trying to read and understand the latest FDA release on personal genetic testing (or what they are now calling Genetic Health Assessments)? Wish that they could indent when they use multi-level outlines? We have created a version that may be a bit easier to read and understand…
ResearchKit: will Apple change social science research? Geolocation, iSperm, and DNA
It seems that every few days, an announcement brings forth a new use for Apple’s ResearchKit. My first reaction was one of excitement, mixed with horror. The excitement stemmed from…