Missouri Bankruptcy Judge Urged to Set Conditions on 23andMe Data Sale Amidst Chapter 11

In a recent development, several university scholars have urged a Missouri bankruptcy judge to impose specific conditions on the sale of assets by DNA testing company 23andMe Holding Co. amidst its Chapter 11 proceedings. The scholars contend that the transaction should be contingent upon the final purchaser adhering to policies conducive to the needs of biomedical researchers. This appeal highlights the ongoing concerns within the academic community regarding the accessibility and use of genetic data following corporate restructuring.