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The Growing Concern Over Overseas Export of Korean Genome Data Genome data, which contains the totality of genetic information that can identify genetic characteristics, disease risks, and drug responses, is considered one of the most sensitive biometric data. However, recent developments have raised concerns about the potential misuse of this data as it is being exported overseas without proper oversight. According to a response from the Ministry of Health and Welfare, obtained through a request by a People Power Party lawmaker, there has been no compilation or inspection of approvals and reports regarding the overseas export of human body information, including genomes, over the past five years. The ministry stated that there are no provisions in the Bioethics and Safety Act regarding the approval or reporting of the export of human body information, including genomes, overseas. This lack of regulation means that the government does not manage or supervise the overseas export of g...

Hasil Tes DNA Menunjukkan Ridwan Kamil Bukan Ayah Biologis dari Putri Lisa Mariana Pusat Kedokteran dan Kesehatan (Pusdokkes) Polri mengungkapkan hasil tes DNA yang menunjukkan bahwa secara genetik, Ridwan Kamil bukan ayah biologis dari putri Lisa Mariana yang berinisial CA. Tes DNA ini dilakukan sebagai bagian dari proses penyidikan terkait laporan tindak pidana manipulasi dokumen atau informasi elektronik yang diajukan oleh Ridwan Kamil. Tes DNA tersebut dilaksanakan pada 7 Agustus 2025 terhadap Ridwan Kamil, Lisa Mariana, dan CA. Pemeriksaan laboratorium DNA kemudian dilanjutkan dari tanggal 8 hingga 12 Agustus 2025 di Laboratorium DNA Pusdokkes Polri. Hal ini disampaikan oleh Kepala Biro Labdokkes Pusdokkes Polri, Brigadir Jenderal Polisi Sumy Hastry Purwanti, dalam konferensi pers di Jakarta. DNA atau asam deoksiribonukleat adalah molekul yang membawa informasi genetik pada organisme hidup. Fungsi utama DNA adalah menentukan sifat-sifat yang diwariskan dari orang tua ke anak se...

Expansion of a Chinese Genomics Firm in South Korea A China-based genome analysis firm, Novogene, has taken a significant step by establishing a wholly owned subsidiary, Novogene Korea, in June. This move marks the company's formal entry into the South Korean market. As one of the top five global leaders in genome sequencing, Novogene is leveraging its expertise to target domestic hospitals and research institutions. The company is offering discounts ranging from 20% to 30%, aiming to attract clients through competitive pricing. However, this expansion has raised concerns among experts. The genetic data involved contains sensitive biological information about South Koreans. If such data is transferred overseas, it could pose a national security risk. For instance, if a foreign biotech company were to identify diseases that South Koreans are particularly vulnerable to and develop treatments ahead of others, the country could face a situation similar to the COVID-19 pandemic, where...