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Nebula Genomics to auction genome sequence as NFT

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Nebula Genomics is partnering with Grammy-nominated artist Akon’s non-fungible token (NFT) platform AkoinNFT and Oasis Labs to auction genomic NFT on June 10. The genome belongs to Harvard Medical School Professor George Church the high-profile geneticist and co-founder of Nebula Genomics. 

A genome is an individual’s complete DNA sequence, made up of 3 billion base-pairs of nucleic acids. Much like NFTs, it is unique. Professor Church’s genome sequence is one of the first to have ever been completely sequenced.

The idea behind auctioning a genome as an NFT is to bring more transparency to the monetization of the genomic data industry. Historically, patients are left in the dark when it comes to knowing who has access to their health data. Blockchain technology is bringing a new standard to the industry that enables patients to manage their own data, or, at the least, know who has access to it. The auction of Professor Church’s genome aims to bring more attention to the matter and further promote ownership of personal data. 

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