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Current techniques in sequencing a genome allow a service provider (e.g. a sequencing company) to have full access to the genome information, and thus the privacy of individuals regarding their lifetime secret is violated. In this paper, we…
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We are entering the era of ubiquitous genetic information for research, clinical care, and personal curiosity. Sharing these datasets is vital for rapid progress in understanding the genetic basis of human diseases. However, one growing…
Capturing the vast amount of meaningful information encoded in the human genome is a fascinating research problem. The outcome of these researches have significant influences in a number of health related fields --- personalized medicine,…