About MyDNABank

Building trust into how genomic data is used

MyDNABank exists to help people use their DNA for long-term genomic value while keeping control over how their data is accessed for research.

Consumer-first Privacy-first Optional research access Standards-aligned

Why we exist

DNA testing created value, but trust did not keep up

Millions of people have taken DNA tests. Many received an ancestry report, a few trait insights, and then lost visibility over what happens next.

The problem is not DNA testing itself. The problem is that most models were built around one-time reports, unclear long-term value, and limited user control over future data use.

MyDNABank is being built around a different idea: whole genome sequencing should support insights that can develop over time, privacy should be part of the architecture, and research access should happen only through clear consent and controlled analysis.

Our mission

Make whole genome sequencing useful, private, and accessible

We want individuals to understand their genome, protect their raw DNA data, and choose whether their data supports responsible medical research.

Turn 30x whole genome sequencing into clear app-based health reports that can grow as science advances.

Keep raw DNA data protected, controlled, and governed through permission-based research access.

Create a platform that can serve consumers, researchers, and partners across regions without losing trust.

Useful

Turn 30x whole genome sequencing into clear app-based health reports that can grow as science advances.

Private

Keep raw DNA data protected, controlled, and governed through permission-based research access.

Accessible

Create a platform that can serve consumers, researchers, and partners across regions without losing trust.

What makes us different

A DNA platform built for long-term value and controlled research access

30x WGS foundation

A stronger genomic foundation than selected-marker tests for deeper reports and future reanalysis.

Health reports, updates, privacy controls, and research requests in one user experience.

Researchers do not receive unmanaged raw DNA data downloads. Approved analysis runs in controlled environments.

30x WGS foundation

A stronger genomic foundation than selected-marker tests for deeper reports and future reanalysis.

App-based insights

Health reports, updates, privacy controls, and research requests in one user experience.

Raw DNA data is protected

Researchers do not receive unmanaged raw DNA data downloads. Approved analysis runs in controlled environments.

Consent-governed access

Users approve, decline, or revoke future research access from their account.

Audit history

Tamper-evident access records support transparency and accountability.

Standards-aligned

Architecture designed around relevant GA4GH standards supports responsible discovery, access, compute, and outputs.

Our principles

The platform is being built around clear rules

User control

The individual should decide how their DNA is used and whether research access is allowed.

Privacy should not be a statement at the bottom of a page. It should shape the architecture.

Reports should be understandable, evidence-based, and clear about what they do and do not mean.

User control

The individual should decide how their DNA is used and whether research access is allowed.

Privacy by design

Privacy should not be a statement at the bottom of a page. It should shape the architecture.

Scientific responsibility

Reports should be understandable, evidence-based, and clear about what they do and do not mean.

Transparent research access

Users should know who is asking, what they want to study, and what type of analysis is requested.

Standards-first architecture

Research access should use recognised standards rather than closed, proprietary workflows.

Long-term health value

Your genome should become more useful as scientific knowledge improves.

Founder story

Why this matters now

Consumer DNA testing opened the door, but it did not solve the trust problem.

Most people do not want a static report they look at once and forget. They want useful health insight, privacy, and control over future data use.

Researchers, biotech, and precision medicine teams also need high-quality genomic data, but access must be governed properly.

MyDNABank is focused on turning one genome sequence into an ongoing health asset.

From testing to an evolving genomic record

MyDNABank is focused on turning one genome sequence into an ongoing health asset.

From data sharing to controlled access

Research should not depend on uncontrolled raw genomic data movement.

From privacy claims to auditability

Access decisions should be visible, traceable, and governed.

Governance and standards

Trust needs more than good intentions

MyDNABank is being designed around privacy, security, consent, and genomic data standards from the beginning.

Designed around recognised healthcare privacy principles.

Built with data protection, user rights, and consent control in mind.

Designed around recognised information security management principles.

Designed with HIPAA principles in mind

Designed around recognised healthcare privacy principles.

Designed to support GDPR requirements

Built with data protection, user rights, and consent control in mind.

Architecture informed by ISO 27001 controls

Designed around recognised information security management principles.

Designed around relevant GA4GH standards

Built around genomic data standards for responsible research access and interoperability.