We are experiencing the equivalent of the pre-Internet 1980s in health care--innovation is slow, expensive, and out of reach for most organizations. But new platforms revolutionizing medical innovation are emerging.
A decade ago, it cost a billion dollars to sequence a genome. But advances in cheap computing power are creating opportunities for companies like the Google Ventures-funded DNAnexus.
A new study using genes from the DNA-testing service made new discoveries about Parkinson's. Now the company is poised to continue groundbreaking genetic research, at a pace much faster than traditional research.
IBM recently released its annual Five in Five list of innovations that the technology giant thinks will take off in the next five years. What's coming down the pipeline?
Ever wondered why you were left-handed and your sibling or parent wasn't? 23andMe provides an analysis of your DNA, where you can learn more about yourself, your immediate family, and even your ancestry. You can even better understand your genetic tendencies for things like obesity or health issues. Users can find other members with similar genetic makeup and start discussions. It is $999 to order a kit for the DNA test. https://www.23andme.com/
