Non-Fungible Tokens for Organoids: Decentralized Biobanking to Empower Patients in Biospecimen Research.
William SanchezLarue LinderRobert C MillerAmelia J HoodMarielle S GrossPublished in: Blockchain in healthcare today (2024)
We demonstrate proof-of-concept for a web3 platform engaging patients, physicians, and scientists in a dynamic research community, unlocking value for a model organoid ecosystem. This initial prototype is a critical first step for advancing paradigm-shifting de-bi technology that provides unprecedented transparency and suggests new standards for equity and inclusion in biobanking. Further research must address feasibility and acceptability considering the ethical, legal, economic, and technical complexities of organoid research and clinical translation.