Stanford researchers see ‘genome cloaking’ as a way to alleviate patient privacy fears

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Stanford researchers see ‘genome cloaking’ as a way to alleviate patient privacy fears

Researchers at Stanford University may have discovered a way to address latent privacy concerns associated with genetic data, while also advancing the genomic research driving precision medicine initiatives across the country. Using cryptography, the researchers found a way to provide access to pertinent genetic data while hiding the other 99%.