Research

Are you doing nutrigenomic research at GenoPalate?

We are! Research is a new program that we have started at GenoPalate and we urge you to participate in it. This study may not benefit you directly, but your participation will add value in enhancing the knowledge and understanding between genetics, h

What is the purpose of this study?

Our goal is to create a research environment of studying personalized nutrition at GenoPalate. We plan to create a quality knowledge base for fostering and supporting scientific research, as well as innovative solutions to health and nutrition.

What will I be asked to do if I participate?

When you give us your consent for participation, we will use your de-identified genomic data, along with the information you share with us through questionnaires and surveys, in our research.

How do I give my consent?

Please give your consent by checking the box “I have read this document and I give consent” provided at the end of the consent form in your GenoPalate account.

What is the cost that you could incur? Who is sponsoring this research?

You will not be charged for participating in this program. GenoPalate will cover the cost of this research.

What will happen to my sample and/or data?

We will keep your data secured in our database for 10 years from the date the data is collected from you. At the end of this time period, your sample will be discarded and your data will be deleted from our research database.

How is my data protected and kept private?

In order to protect your data, the files of the genotyped data that are de-identified are stored in a secure server at GenoPalate, which can only be accessed by GenoPalate researchers. This data will not be sold.

Will the GenoPalate research team contact me in the future?

We may contact you if we feel that we need additional details regarding your family, your lifestyle, and your behavioral choices.

I am not comfortable answering some of the questions related to the research?

You can skip those questions, please only answer the questions you are comfortable with.

Do I have any alternatives to participating in this study?

This study is for research purposes only to help us further explore how certain genetic variants impact overall health. You may opt-out of this study at any time. There are no negative consequences for not participating or opting out of this study

I opted for yes/give my consent now I want to change my mind, what do I do?

Please log into “my account” then click on “change your consent” to opt out.

Whom should I contact if I have any questions?

If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].