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New Publications
Conceptualization of utility in translational clinical genomics research
Smith and colleagues call for increased precision in the definition, usage, and approach to measurement of utility in multidisciplinary evaluations of the clinical integration of genomic sequencing.
Governing human germline editing through patent law
In the absence of an international treaty, Sherkow, Adashi, and Cohen consider patents—perhaps with ethical restrictions on the use of the technology as a condition of licensure—as a potential governance tool.
Regulating forensic genetic genealogy
Ram, Murphy, and Suter argue that the Maryland law enacted in May 2021 to regulate the law enforcement use of genetic data provides a model set of safeguards that balance public safety, privacy, and criminal justice.