Korean Personal Genome Project
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KPGP
Korean Personal Genome Project (KPGP) is a participative research project established by Genome Research Foundation (GRF). The international Personal Genome Project (PGP), led by a U.S. non-profit research group, has been founded in 2006 and is seeking a diverse range of volunteers with the purpose of improving human health. In conjunction with the international PGP, KPGP has started to improve Korean people's health and medical welfare.
Vision
KPGP, with the help of genome technology, is aiming to advance science research in order to promote human health and welfare.
Mission
to build a standard database of Korean genetic information
to activate the participative genome research
to develop genome sequencing and analysis technologies suiting the needs of the age of personal genetic information services
to establish an open community of sharing ethical, social, and legal issues in regard to genetic information
Research
Korean reference genome project
Rare diseases reference genome project
HLA alleles reference standard data production project
Participation
Genetic Information Participation
Human genetics education, screening and participant`s consent determine an individual's participation.
Research Participation
People who have research experiences in the field of human genetics, or who are willing to contribute to KPGP can participate after an evaluation.
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Company Participation
Institutes and companies can participate. Corporates’ sponsorship can greatly help KPGP`s activation.
Current Research Partners
