KR102583802B1 - Genetic information of companion animal trading system and genetic information of companion animal trading method thereof using blockchain and computer program for the same - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a genetic information trading system for companion animals using blockchain, a method for trading genetic information, and a computer program for the same. The genetic information trading system according to the present invention receives genetic information of a companion animal according to at least one genetic test among DTC testing and questionnaire testing from an individual who is the owner of the companion animal or a supplier, and transmits the genetic information to the consumer. Department of Communications; a database storing the genetic information; a compensation provision unit that calculates a compensation amount to be paid to the individual or supplier who provided the genetic information and to the consumer who purchases the genetic information; a customized information generator that generates customized information for the companion animal including personalized food information and customized product/service information related to the analyzed genetic information based on the genetic information of the companion animal; a data processing unit that converts the genetic information into a standardized data format that can be stored in a blockchain network; Uploading the genetic information converted by the data processing unit to the blockchain network, providing disease name information that is likely to occur corresponding to the genetic information of the companion animal, and reducing the possibility of developing the disease according to the disease name information. At least one of the customized feed information is generated and provided to the individual or the supplier, compensation is provided to the individual or the supplier when the genetic test is completed, and compensation is provided to the consumer if the consumer purchases the genetic information. It is characterized by including a control unit that provides. By this, by loading the genetic information of companion animals on the blockchain, reliable genetic information can be traded by proving the exact source and ownership of the genetic information, and minimizing the cost of information storage by distributing and storing large amounts of genetic information. You can prevent diseases that may develop in companion animals by providing customized feed information according to the genetic test results of companion animals, and you can trade companion animal genetic information according to the interests of the customer.

Description

Companion animal genetic information trading system using blockchain and its genetic information trading method and computer program for the same { GENETIC INFORMATION OF COMPANION ANIMAL TRADING SYSTEM AND GENETIC INFORMATION OF COMPANION ANIMAL TRADING METHOD THEREOF USING BLOCKCHAIN AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR THE SAME }

The present invention relates to a genetic information trading system, a genetic information trading method, and a computer program therefor. More specifically, a companion animal genetic information trading system using a blockchain that forms a block of a companion animal's genetic information, mounts it on a blockchain, shares it, and transmits it to an authenticated purchaser, a method for trading that genetic information, and a computer for the same. It's about the program.

With the advancement of biotechnology, research and development related to genetic diseases by decoding DNA sequence information is actively being conducted, and a variety of services that provide personalized information using genetic information are also being released. In addition, as social interest in companion animals increases, services that analyze companion animals' genetic information and provide information on this are gradually becoming popular.

However, this genetic information is very sensitive information that reflects the characteristics of the companion animal, and there must be no risk of forgery or falsification when analyzing and utilizing genetic information, so the scope of use by third parties other than the owner of the gene is limited. there is.

Public Patent Publication No. 10-2003-0030690

Therefore, the present invention is a companion animal genetic information trading system using blockchain that allows reliable genetic information to be traded by proving the exact source and ownership of the genetic information by loading the companion animal's genetic information on the blockchain and its genes. The purpose is to provide information transaction methods and computer programs for this purpose.

In addition, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a genetic information trading system for companion animals using a blockchain that can minimize the cost of information storage by distributing large amounts of genetic information, a method for trading genetic information, and a computer program for the same. do.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a genetic information trading system for companion animals using blockchain that can provide customized feed information according to the genetic test results of companion animals, a method for trading genetic information, and a computer program for the same.

In addition, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a companion animal genetic information trading system using blockchain that allows trading genetic information of companion animals according to the interests of the consumer, a method for trading genetic information, and a computer program for the same. .

The above purpose includes a communication unit that receives genetic information of a companion animal according to at least one genetic test among DTC tests and questionnaire tests from an individual who is the owner of the companion animal or a supplier, and transmits the genetic information to the consumer; a database storing the genetic information; a compensation provision unit that calculates a compensation amount to be paid to the individual or supplier who provided the genetic information and to the consumer who purchases the genetic information; a customized information generator that generates customized information for the companion animal including personalized food information and customized product/service information related to the analyzed genetic information based on the genetic information of the companion animal; a data processing unit that converts the genetic information into a standardized data format that can be stored in a blockchain network; Uploading the genetic information converted by the data processing unit to the blockchain network, providing disease name information that is likely to occur corresponding to the genetic information of the companion animal, and reducing the possibility of developing the disease according to the disease name information. At least one of the customized feed information is generated and provided to the individual or the supplier, compensation is provided to the individual or the supplier when the genetic test is completed, and compensation is provided to the consumer if the consumer purchases the genetic information. This is achieved by a companion animal genetic information trading system using blockchain, which includes a control unit that provides

The database may store the genetic information of the companion animal, the disease name information and customized food information of the companion animal corresponding to the genetic information in one pair, and provide the combined unit to the demander. there is.

The genetic information transaction system receives at least one of health examination data, clinical and treatment data, financial data of the individual, and climate and environmental data of the individual or companion animal who provided the genetic information from an external server, The customized information generation unit includes customized product/service information related to customized feed information with recommended functional ingredients and analyzed genetic information based on the received health examination data, clinical and treatment data, and climate and environmental data. You can create customized information about the companion animal.

The compensation provider may determine the calculation type of the compensation amount based on the type and number of genetic information provided to the demand source.

The control unit creates a dataset by connecting the genetic information of companion animals with the same test results classified by item, and uses the generated dataset as the basic information of the companion animal including at least one of gender, age, and region. Grouped according to information and stored in the database, if it is analyzed that there is a correlation between the grouped companion animal information and the test results included in the linked genetic information, the grouped companion animal information and the linked genetic information are grouped. It can be stored in the database for purchase.

Meanwhile, the genetic information trading system includes receiving genetic information of a companion animal according to at least one of DTC testing and questionnaire testing from an individual or a supplier; Converting, by the genetic information trading system, the genetic information of the companion animal into a standardized data format that can be stored in a blockchain network; Uploading, by the genetic information trading system, the converted genetic information of the companion animal to the blockchain network; Generating at least one of information on the name of a disease that is likely to occur corresponding to the genetic information of the companion animal and information on customized feed to reduce the possibility of developing the disease according to the disease name information and providing the information to the individual or the supplier. ; And the genetic information trading system provides compensation to the individual or supplier when the genetic test is completed, and providing compensation to the consumer when the consumer purchases the genetic information of the companion animal. Characterized in that it includes the step of providing compensation to the consumer. The above purpose is also achieved by the genetic information trading method of the companion animal genetic information trading system using blockchain.

Combining and storing, by the genetic information trading system, the genetic information of the companion animal, the disease name information and customized food information of the companion animal corresponding to the genetic information as one pair; And the genetic information trading system may further include providing the genetic information, the disease name information, and the customized feed information to the demander in the combined unit.

The genetic information transaction system further includes receiving at least one of health examination data, clinical and treatment data, financial data, and climate and environmental data of the individual or companion animal who provided the genetic information from an external server, , The step of generating at least one of the disease name information and the customized feed information and providing it to the individual or the supplier is based on the received health examination data, clinical and treatment data, and climate and environmental data. , customized information for the companion animal, including customized food information with recommended functional ingredients and customized product/service information related to the analyzed genetic information, can be created and provided.

In the step of providing the compensation, the calculation type of the compensation amount may be determined based on the type and number of information provided to the demander.

The genetic information trading system creates a dataset by connecting the genetic information of companion animals with the same test results classified by item, and the generated dataset is used to determine the companion animal's genetic information including at least one of gender, age, and region. Grouping animals according to their basic information and storing them in a database; And if the genetic information trading system analyzes that there is a correlation between the grouped companion animal information and the test results included in the linked genetic information, allowing the grouped companion animal information and the linked genetic information to be purchased by group. A step of saving in a database may be further included.

According to the companion animal genetic information transaction system using blockchain and the genetic information transaction method and computer program for the same according to the present invention, the exact source and ownership of the genetic information is proven by loading the companion animal's genetic information on the blockchain. Thus, reliable genetic information can be traded.

And according to the companion animal genetic information trading system using blockchain according to the present invention, the genetic information trading method, and the computer program for the same, it is possible to minimize the cost for information storage by distributing and storing large amounts of genetic information.

In addition, according to the blockchain-based companion animal genetic information transaction system and genetic information transaction method and computer program for the same according to the present invention, customized feed information is provided according to the genetic test results of the companion animal to prevent the occurrence of the disease in the companion animal. Diseases can be prevented in advance.

And according to the genetic information trading system of companion animals using blockchain according to the present invention, the genetic information trading method, and the computer program for the same, genetic information of companion animals can be traded according to the field of interest of the customer.

1 is a block diagram showing the configuration of a genetic information trading system for companion animals according to an embodiment of the present invention;
2A and 2B are diagrams illustrating a user interface provided by the genetic information trading system for companion animals according to an embodiment of the present invention;
Figure 3 is a flowchart showing a genetic information trading method of a companion animal genetic information trading system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, with reference to the attached drawings, a companion animal genetic information trading system using blockchain according to embodiments of the present invention, a genetic information trading method, and a computer program therefor will be described in detail.

Figure 1 is a diagram showing the configuration of a companion animal genetic information trading system using blockchain according to an embodiment of the present invention.

The blockchain-based pet genetic information trading system provides standardized test result information on the backs of companion animals such as dogs and cats through DTC (Direct to Customer) genetic testing and surveys from individuals or suppliers such as hospitals or clinical centers. It is a system that stores genetic data sets and provides them to those who need them. The genetic information trading system according to the present invention can provide food information including genetic information of a companion animal, information on diseases that are likely to occur in the companion animal, and recommended functional ingredients for the same.

Here, the genetic tests and surveys performed according to the present invention can also be performed on companion animal owners.

In this process, rewards such as points or coins are provided to users who provide genetic information, and rewards such as points or coins are provided to consumers who receive genetic information through data purchaser authentication, thereby activating the transaction of genetic information. You can. Hereinafter, the genetic information provided by the user or supplier and the test results obtained by analyzing the provided genetic information are combined and explained as genetic information.

As shown in Figure 1, the genetic information transaction system 5 according to an embodiment of the present invention receives genetic information of a companion animal from a dog owner or cat owner. Genetic information can be obtained through DTC (Direct to Customer) genetic testing or surveys at hospitals or clinical centers.

At this time, the gene analysis method used in the present invention uses NGS (Next Generation Sequencing), a next-generation sequencing method, which can significantly reduce the analysis time and cost of the gene itself.

Genetic information analyzed in the present invention may include genotyping, chip image data, and QC data. Genotype information includes the companion animal's genotype information and mutation information, and it is possible to check whether the analysis experiment was conducted normally through chip image data. QC data is data to ensure reliability of genotype information for each companion animal.

Genotype information included in genetic information can be divided into genotype information for companion animals that have been diagnosed with a disease and companion animals that have not, and can be classified by type of disease. Additionally, genetic information classified by type of disease can be further classified based on mutation information.

In addition, the genetic information trading system according to the present invention can provide dog owners/cat owners, etc. to consumers as genetic test results with feed information containing recommended functional ingredients to reduce the possibility of developing diseases that may occur in companion animals.

In addition, the genetic information trading system for companion animals according to an embodiment of the present invention can additionally provide information on the association with food according to the information on the name of the disease that is likely to occur.

In addition, the genetic information obtained as above goes through a standardization process, is encoded into a genetic dataset, and then can be formed into a block and loaded onto the blockchain.

To this end, the genetic information transaction system 5 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes at least one user terminal 1 used by a user such as a dog owner or cat owner who provides genetic information through a survey, etc., and a DTC genetic test. To operate by communicating with at least one supply terminal (2) used by an institution such as a hospital or clinical center that provides genetic information through and at least one consumer terminal (3) that has the authority to receive genetic information through consumer authentication. It is composed.

And the genetic information trading system 5 operates by communicating with the blockchain network 4 maintained using a plurality of nodes 41-46. Furthermore, in one embodiment, the genetic information trading system 5 may operate while communicating with one or more external servers (not shown), such as a data portal server capable of receiving public data. Public data received from an external server includes the user's basic information (gender, age, address, occupation, etc.), the pet's basic information (type, gender, age, address, etc.), the pet's health checkup data, and the pet's health checkup data. It may include, but is not limited to, clinical and medical data of animals, financial data of users, and climate and environmental data.

The above communication process is accomplished through wired and/or wireless networks. Communication methods through wired and/or wireless networks may include objects and all communication methods through which objects can be networked, and are not limited to wired communication, wireless communication, 3G, 4G, 5G or other methods. For example, wired and/or wireless networks include Local Area Network (LAN), Metropolitan Area Network (MAN), Global System for Mobile Network (GSM), Enhanced Data GSM Environment (EDGE), and High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA). , W-CDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access), CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access), TDMA (Time Division Multiple Access), Bluetooth, Zigbee, Wi-Fi, VoIP (Voice) over Internet Protocol), LTE Advanced, IEEE802.16m, WirelessMAN-Advanced, HSPA+, 3GPP Long Term Evolution (LTE), Mobile WiMAX (IEEE 802.16e), UMB (formerly EV-DO Rev. C), Flash-OFDM, iBurst and MBWA (IEEE 802.20) systems, HIPERMAN, Beam-Division Multiple Access (BDMA), Wi-MAX (World Interoperability for Microwave Access), and ultrasonic communication. However, it is not limited to this.

The system according to the embodiments, the user terminal 1, the supply terminal 2, the demand terminal 3, and the external server may be entirely hardware, or may be partially hardware and partially software. For example, the user terminal (1), the supplier terminal (2), the demand terminal (3), the genetic information transaction system (5), and the external server, and each unit included in them process data of a specific format and content. or/or may refer to hardware and related software for exchanging or receiving electronic communication. In this specification, terms such as “unit,” “module,” “device,” “terminal,” “server,” or “system” are intended to refer to a combination of hardware and software driven by the hardware. For example, hardware may be a data processing device that includes a CPU or other processor. Additionally, software driven by hardware may refer to a running process, object, executable, thread of execution, program, etc.

The user terminal 1 and the supplier terminal 2 may include a terminal owned by a user who provides genetic information of a companion animal through the genetic information transaction system 5 or a device installed in a hospital or clinical center, etc.

The demand terminal 3 may include a device installed at the demand place that receives genetic information through the genetic information transaction system 5. The sources of demand according to the present invention are pharmaceutical companies that can manufacture drugs or nutritional supplements based on the statistics of the pet's genetic information according to the control of nutritional components or malabsorption of nutrients in the pet, and insurance according to the name of the pet's disease. An insurance company that sets the items, a sports center that recommends exercise appropriate for each pet's characteristics and region, a dermatology clinic that performs skin treatments based on information on the pet's appearance, and a nutrient control or nutrient absorption disorder for each pet. Food companies or cafes that manufacture food, snacks, and drinks, skin product companies that sell skin products based on the pet's appearance information, and operating hours can be adjusted by referring to the pet's local information and the time of day it is most active. It may include, but is not limited to, stores or shopping malls.

If the customer is a medical institution, treatment methods can be classified according to the genetic analysis results. In other words, if the analysis results are good, general treatment methods can be used, and if the analysis results are bad, such as mutations, customized treatment can be performed for each pet.

The user terminal 1, the supply terminal 2, and the demand terminal 3 are not only mobile communication terminals such as smartphones, but also personal computers, laptop computers, PDAs (personal digital assistants), It can be implemented in the form of any computing device, such as a tablet, a set-top box for IPTV (Internet Protocol Television), etc.

The external server contains basic information (gender, age, address, occupation, etc.) of the user and the pet, health checkup data of the pet, clinical and treatment data of the pet, user's financial data, and climate and environmental data. Public data on the like is provided to the genetic information trading system (5) according to the present invention. The external server in the present invention can provide such public data to the genetic information trading system in various forms such as datasets and APIs.

External servers are not limited to providing specific service types or device types. In the drawing, it is shown as a single device for convenience of explanation, but the external server may also refer to a plurality of different organizations.

The blockchain network (4) consists of a plurality of nodes (41-46) participating in it. Blockchain connects information into blocks and stores information in each node (41-46) rather than a central management server in a peer-to-peer (P2P) network distributed environment, thereby sharing information jointly. It refers to a method of managing and maintaining security. The basic structure of information shared on a blockchain is in the form of a collection of blocks connected one after another (chain), and over a certain period of time, more than half of the participants exchange transaction details with each other to confirm and approve them, and then send them to a digital signature. Only the agreed upon transaction details are made into one block. Then, the newly created block is connected to the previous blockchain, copies are made, and distributed and stored in each node (41-46).

In embodiments of the present invention, a blockchain network 4 is implemented with nodes 41 to 46 as participants, and individual genetic information may be stored as a data block in each of the plurality of nodes 41 to 46. In this specification, a series of information recorded in one data block is referred to as transaction information.

In Figure 1, each of the plurality of nodes (41-46) is shown in the form of a server, but each of the plurality of nodes (41-46) is connected to a mobile communication terminal such as a smartphone, a PDA, a tablet PC, a desktop PC, a set-top box for IPTV, etc. Likewise, it may include all types of computing devices that can be connected to an external server through a wireless communication network. In addition, Figure 1 illustrates that the blockchain network 4 is composed of six nodes 41-46, but it is easy to understand that the number of nodes participating in the blockchain network 4 can be more or less. It will be clearly understood.

Furthermore, in this embodiment, an inquiry into the genetic information of a companion animal is requested from the customer terminal 3, such as a pharmaceutical company. However, in other embodiments, a medical institution or genetic testing agency may request genetic information, and the genetic information may be requested by a medical institution or a genetic testing agency. The user or supplier who provided the information may request genetic information. At this time, the user terminal 1, the supply terminal 2, and the demand terminal 3 may be the same.

The information transaction system (5) according to the present invention first receives genetic information through a genetic test of a companion animal from each terminal (1, 2) of an individual or a supplier, analyzes the provided genetic information, and stores the analyzed results in a standardized form. Upload it to the blockchain network (4). And the consumer terminal (3), which has the authority to purchase genetic information, can receive the genetic information and utilize it by accessing the blockchain network (4) through an authentication process for the purchasing authority. In this process, individuals or suppliers who provide genetic information can verify their health information and receive compensation. At this time, consumers who purchase genetic information can also receive compensation.

The genetic information transaction system 5 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a communication unit 51, a database 52, a compensation provision unit 53, a customized information generation unit 54, and a control unit 55. It can be included.

The communication unit 51 receives genetic information according to DTC tests and questionnaire tests from individuals or suppliers under the control of the control unit 55, and genetic test results obtained by analyzing the genetic information, and receives the genetic information and genetic information stored in the database 52. The test results can be transmitted to the demand terminal (3).

The database 52 stores the genetic information of the companion animal from the user terminal 1 or the supplier terminal 2 received from the communication unit 51 under the control of the control unit 55, and the genetic test results obtained by analyzing the genetic information. do. The genetic information trading system 5 according to the present invention may include a conversion unit (not shown) for converting genetic information into a standardized data set, and an encryption/decryption unit (not shown) for encrypting the genetic information.

Genetic information stored in the database 52 of the present invention includes genotype information of the companion animal, genotyping information including mutation information, chip image data from which genetic testing was performed, and reliability of the genotype information of the companion animal. It may include, but is not limited to, QC (Quality Control) data for securing.

Additionally, the database 52 according to the present invention can store and manage the genetic information of companion animals, including all analyzed genetic test results, by category. Genetic information classified by item in this way can be stored in the form of a relational database or graph database.

In addition, the database 52 according to an embodiment of the present invention can match and store information on names of diseases likely to develop by category and customized feed information for each category under the control of the control unit 55. At this time, in relation to the customized feed information, the information on the name of the disease that is likely to occur and the degree of correlation with the feed can be matched and stored.

In addition, the database 52 according to an embodiment of the present invention collects information on the correlation between climate and environmental data in which companion animals live and the occurrence of diseases in companion animals based on public data under the control of the control unit 55. You can save it.

At this time, if the degree of correlation with the food is below the preset value, the companion animal genetic information trading system according to the present invention can additionally store and provide information about the correlation between climate and environmental data and the occurrence of diseases in companion animals. there is.

The genetic information analyzed here is information that can be linked to this and can be stored by matching the medical treatment data, health examination data, and death statistics of the companion animal that provided the genes.

The consumer terminal 3 with purchasing authority can access the database 52 and purchase desired genetic information, and at this time, various search options such as search by item, ascending and descending order, etc. are provided to search genetic information and test results. It can be.

In particular, when genetic information including test results is stored in the form of graph data, the test results classified by item are linked to the genetic information of companion animals with the same constitution, or the same disease or health condition, to create a dataset. By creating , the demand terminal 3 can easily search a series of data. The data retrieved in this way can be visualized and displayed in two-dimensional or three-dimensional form.

In addition, the database 52 according to the present invention can group and store data generated by the control of the control unit 55 according to the basic information of the companion animal, such as the type, gender, age, and region of the companion animal. . At this time, the demand terminal 3 can make purchases based on grouped companion animal information and linked genetic information. In addition, if it is analyzed that there is a correlation between the information of the grouped companion animals and the test results included in the linked genetic information, the information of the grouped companion animals and the linked genetic information can be combined and stored for purchase by group. As a result, the consumer terminal can purchase correlated grouped user information and corresponding genetic information individually or by group.

The compensation provision unit 53 calculates the compensation amount to be paid to the individual or supplier who provided the genetic information of the person or the companion animal he or she owns, or to the customer who purchases the genetic information. The compensation providing unit 53 according to the present invention can pay compensation in predetermined points or coins. The compensation provision unit 53 according to the present invention pre-establishes the contract conditions necessary for the sale and purchase of the analyzed genetic information, and when these conditions are achieved, the compensation is provided through a smart contract that automatically concludes the contract and provides compensation. It is desirable to provide To this end, users or suppliers providing genetic information can select their desired demand source or provision time, etc., and demanders can select users providing genetic information according to preset classification items.

Here, the amount of compensation provided to an individual or supplier by the compensation provision unit 53 may vary depending on the type and number of information provided to the demander. As an example, the compensation provision unit 53 according to the present invention can divide the types of genetic information provided to the demander into a plurality of types and set the compensation provided differently according to the classified types.

As an example, the first type provides data by type of gene to the consumer terminal (3), and the second type provides combination data of genes and diseases that are likely to occur in companion animals to the consumer terminal (3). Type 3 can provide financial products as compensation through a decentralized finance system (DeFi) using cryptocurrency. At this time, financial products provided to individuals or suppliers may be recommended based on at least one of individual propensities calculated based on genetic information analysis results and individual financial data received from an external server.

The customized information generator 54 generates customized information for each companion animal based on the received genetic information of the companion animal. Specifically, the customized information for each pet generated by the customized information generation unit 54 is customized diet information and exercise based on required nutrients, required exercise, skin/hair, characteristics and eating habits of the pet, and health management information. It may include information, personal information based on ancestry information, and customized product/service information related thereto.

And the genetic information transaction system 5 according to the present invention receives at least one of the companion animal's health checkup data, clinical and treatment data, personal financial data, and climate and environmental data from an external server, and provides customized information. The generating unit 54 may generate customized information for the companion animal based on health examination data, clinical and treatment data, and climate and environmental data received from an external server under the control of the control unit 55.

In addition, the customized information for each pet generated by the customized information generation unit 54 may include information on customized food with recommended functional ingredients and customized product/service information related to the analyzed genetic information.

Furthermore, the customized information generator 54 according to the present invention recommends to individual users an area where it is easy to purchase customized pet food and prevent and treat pet diseases based on the analyzed genetic information of the pet. It is also possible to do so.

Here, the customized information generation unit 54 provides information on household goods necessary for the pet's life, such as nutritional supplements, snacks, and skin products for the pet, as customized product/service information based on the analyzed genetic information of the pet. You can. This allows customized curation according to the analyzed genetic information of the companion animal.

In addition, the customized information generation unit 54 is also capable of matching the type of companion animal that matches the individual's lifestyle habits and health status based on the analyzed genetic information of the individual and the genetic information of the companion animal.

Meanwhile, the genetic information trading system 5 according to the present invention is also capable of combining genetic information for each companion animal and health information for each companion animal into one pair and storing them as genetic information that becomes a unit of transaction. As a result, consumers, etc. can selectively purchase only the necessary genetic information and health information out of the entire analyzed genetic information.

Health information combined with genetic data for each pet includes joints, oral cavity, bronchial tubes/respiratory tract, relaxation (sleeping disorder), eyes, immunity, kidneys/urinary tract, skin, intestines, nutritional supplementation, nutrient control, and possibility of developing cancer. It may include, but is not limited to, item information and corresponding customized feed information.

In addition, genetic information, which is the unit of transaction, can be divided into categories of genetic testing items such as nutrients, exercise, skin/hair, eating habits, personal characteristics, health care, and ancestry, and consumers can purchase by category. As an example, a consumer who is an exercise organization can purchase only genetic information belonging to the exercise and health care categories among the genetic information uploaded to the blockchain network, and cosmetics companies can only purchase genetic information in the skin/hair category. Likewise, in the case of companion animals, information on parts likely to cause disease and corresponding customized food can be purchased for each item.

In addition, in another embodiment of the present invention, testers (individuals, companion animals) whose test result deviation is less than a preset value for each category are grouped, and the genetic information of the grouped individuals or companion animals can be stored as a standardized data set. .

As an example, a pharmaceutical company developing vitamin supplements can purchase the genetic information of individuals whose vitamin concentration is within a preset range as a demand source.

In this way, consumers can easily purchase and utilize a large number of genetic information of groups requiring analysis through a single purchase of genetic information. At this time, points added up to a preset value may be provided to individuals or suppliers within the group.

The genetic information trading system (5) according to the present invention can perform matching between users such as dog owners and cat owners and demanders, such as companies that provide companion animal-related services, and in this process, the dog owner or cat owner can purchase the products or services of the corresponding demander. When purchasing, a discount rate may be applied depending on the degree of connection.

In addition, when it is confirmed that customized food has been provided to an individual who provided the genetic information of the companion animal, the genetic information transaction system 5 according to an embodiment of the present invention records whether the companion animal develops the disease during a preset period of time in a database. It can be stored in (52), and if the disease is confirmed to have developed within a set period, instructions for repeatedly performing genetic testing and provision of customized feed can be sent to the individual or supplier, or information about this can be transmitted to the consumer. .

In one embodiment, the genetic information trading system 5 is at least partially configured to communicate with the user terminal 1 and the supplier terminal 2, and with an application (or app) running on the demand terminal 3, thereby It performs the function of an application server that enables the performance of functions. The genetic information trading system 5 is, at least in part, a web page accessible through the user terminal 1, the supplier terminal 2, and a web browser running on the demand terminal 3. ) can also perform the function of a web server that provides.

The blockchain network (4) consists of a plurality of nodes (41-46) participating in it. Blockchain connects information into blocks and stores information in each node (41-46) rather than a central management server in a peer-to-peer (P2P) network distributed environment, thereby sharing information jointly. It refers to a method of managing and maintaining security. The basic structure of information shared on a blockchain is in the form of a collection of blocks connected one after another (chain), and over a certain period of time, more than half of the participants exchange transaction details with each other to confirm and approve them, and then send them to a digital signature. Only the agreed-upon records are made into one block. Then, the newly created block is connected to the previous blockchain, copies are made, and distributed and stored in each node (41-46).

In embodiments of the present invention, a blockchain network 4 is implemented with nodes 41-46 as participants, and each of the plurality of nodes 41-46 has a data file constituting genetic information or partial data thereof. Corresponding files, etc. may be stored. The data file constituting the genetic information may be a file encrypted using public-key cryptography using a private key and a public key, but is not limited to this. Data stored in each of the plurality of nodes (41-46) may always be kept in the latest version and shared on the blockchain network (4), and each block of information in the form of a blockchain may be stored in one of the plurality of nodes (41-46). It may be stored in at least one node (41-46).

The genetic information trading system 5 according to the present invention can use NFT (Non Fungible Tokem) and IPFS (Interplanetary File System) for this purpose. In other words, genetic information is issued in the form of NFT and uploaded to the blockchain network, and consumers can access the blockchain network to download the purchased genetic information.

In Figure 1, each of the plurality of nodes (41-46) is shown in the form of a server, but each of the plurality of nodes (41-46) is connected to a mobile communication terminal such as a smartphone, a PDA, a tablet PC, a desktop PC, a set-top box for IPTV, etc. Likewise, it may include all types of computing devices that can be connected to an external server through a wireless communication network. In addition, Figure 1 illustrates that the blockchain network 4 is composed of six nodes 41-46, but it is easy to understand that the number of nodes participating in the blockchain network 4 can be more or less. It will be clearly understood.

Figures 2a and 2b are diagrams showing a user interface provided by the genetic information trading system according to an embodiment of the present invention. As shown in Figure 2a, the user interface according to an embodiment of the present invention is a genetic analysis result, the breed of the companion animal on which the test was performed and genetic mutations related thereto, and other genetic conditions of the companion animal on which the test was performed. It can display health information such as genetic mutations related to hair, hair length, hair color type, and appearance information of hair texture.

And, as shown in FIG. 2b, the user interface according to an embodiment of the present invention can display detailed information related to the genetic disease as a result of genetic analysis. Here, detailed information can display information on missing ingredients and information on symptoms and disorders related to genetic diseases. At this time, the degree (probability) that the genetic mutation is found in the breed of companion animal for which the symptom or disease was tested, as well as the treatment method and/or measures to be taken if the symptom or disease appears, can be indicated together. The level of caution can be displayed in stages such as good, interest, and caution. Additionally, it is possible to display customized information generated by the customized information generation unit 54 on the user interface according to the present invention.

At this time, when the genetic test results of the owner of the companion animal are stored in the database 52, the genetic information trading system according to an embodiment of the present invention is used to determine the symptoms or disease of the companion animal and the symptoms or disease of the owner of the companion animal. The correlation is analyzed, and if the correlation is greater than a preset value, such as when the discovered symptoms or diseases match, information about this correlation can be displayed on the user interface.

Hereinafter, with reference to FIG. 3, a genetic information trading method of a companion animal genetic information trading system using a blockchain according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described.

First, the genetic information trading system 5 receives the genetic information of the companion animal from the user terminal 1 or the supplier terminal 2 (S10). Receipt of genetic information may occur through DTC testing and surveys.

The genetic testing process is carried out by obtaining consent to use personal information, performing a genetic test, and providing the analyzed test results to individuals or suppliers. Here, the individual or supplier can specify the scope of genetic information provided to the consumer.

Next, the genetic information transaction system (5) converts the received genetic information of the companion animal into a standardized dataset that can be stored in the blockchain network (4) (S20). Conversion to a standardized dataset may include parsing the data and/or changing the data format.

And the genetic information trading system (5) uploads the converted genetic information of the companion animal to the blockchain network (4) (S30).

The genetic information trading system (5) provides compensation to the individual or supplier when genetic testing is completed, and provides compensation to the consumer when the consumer purchases genetic information (S40).

According to the genetic information trading system and the genetic information trading method according to the embodiments described above, since genetic information is recorded in transaction form on the blockchain network 4, half of the nodes constituting the blockchain network 4 It is impossible for any user to arbitrarily manipulate genetic information without hacking.

As a result, risks that may arise when manipulating genetic information can be avoided. In addition, since genetic information and its transaction information are distributed and recorded on the blockchain network (4), there is an advantage that no additional costs are required for storing and managing a large database.

Operations by the method of trading genetic information of a companion animal according to the embodiments described above may be at least partially implemented as a computer program and recorded on a computer-readable recording medium. A program consisting of instructions for implementing operations by the genetic information transaction method is recorded on the recording medium. For example, one embodiment of the present invention may be implemented in the form of an application (or app) that can execute a genetic information transaction method on a user terminal such as a smartphone or tablet. Additionally, the recording medium includes any type of recording device capable of storing data that can be read by a computer. For example, computer-readable recording media include ROM, RAM, CD-ROM, magnetic tape, floppy disk, and optical data storage devices. Additionally, computer-readable recording media may be distributed across computer systems connected to a network, and computer-readable codes may be stored and executed in a distributed manner. Functional instructions, codes, and code segments for implementing the embodiments can be easily understood by those skilled in the art to which the present embodiments pertain.

What has been described above is only an example of implementing the genetic information trading system for companion animals using blockchain, the genetic information trading method, and the computer program for the same according to the present invention, and the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments. Rather, it will be said that the technical spirit of the present invention exists to the extent that anyone with ordinary knowledge in the technical field to which the present invention pertains can implement it with various modifications without departing from the gist of the present invention as claimed in the claims below.

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a communication unit that receives genetic information of the companion animal based on at least one genetic test among DTC testing and questionnaire testing from the individual who owns the companion animal or a supplier, and transmits the genetic information to the customer;
a database storing the genetic information;
a compensation provision unit that calculates a compensation amount to be paid to the individual or supplier who provided the genetic information and to the consumer who purchases the genetic information;
a customized information generator that generates customized information for the companion animal including personalized food information and customized product/service information related to the analyzed genetic information based on the genetic information of the companion animal;
a data processing unit that converts the genetic information into a standardized data format that can be stored in a blockchain network;
Uploading the genetic information converted by the data processing unit to the blockchain network, providing disease name information that is likely to occur corresponding to the genetic information of the companion animal, and reducing the possibility of developing the disease according to the disease name information. At least one of the customized feed information is generated and provided to the individual or the supplier, compensation is provided to the individual or the supplier when the genetic test is completed, and compensation is provided to the consumer if the consumer purchases the genetic information. provide,
The amount of compensation provided to the individual or supplier varies depending on the type and number of information provided to the demand source, and the type of genetic information provided to the demand source is divided into a first type that provides data by type of gene to the demand source, and a companion animal. It is divided into one of the second type, which provides combination data of diseases and genes with the possibility of occurrence as a source of demand, and the third type, which provides financial products through a decentralized financial system using cryptocurrency as compensation, The financial product includes a control unit that controls the compensation provision unit so that compensation is provided as a recommended product based on at least one of individual propensity calculated according to genetic information analysis results and individual financial data received from an external server,
The genetic information is classified according to the following categories: nutrients, exercise, skin/hair, eating habits, personal characteristics, health care, and ancestry.
The customized information for the above pet is,
At least one of the following: customized diet information and exercise information based on required nutrients, required exercise, skin/hair, pet characteristics and eating habits, health management information, personal information based on pedigree information, and customized product/service information related thereto. Includes any one,
The control unit,
A dataset is created by connecting the genetic information of companion animals with the same test results classified by item, and the created dataset is grouped according to the companion animal's basic information including at least one of gender, age, and region. and save it in the database,
If it is analyzed that there is a correlation between the grouped pet information and the test results included in the linked genetic information, the grouped pet information and the linked genetic information are stored in the database so that they can be purchased by group. A companion animal genetic information trading system using blockchain.
According to paragraph 1,
The database is,
A block characterized in that the genetic information of the companion animal, the disease name information and customized food information of the companion animal corresponding to the genetic information are combined and stored as a pair, and provided to the demander in the combined unit. A chain-based genetic information trading system for companion animals.
According to paragraph 2,
The genetic information trading system is,
Receiving at least one of health examination data, clinical and treatment data, financial data of the individual, and climate and environmental data of the individual or companion animal who provided genetic information from an external server,
The customized information generation unit,
Based on the received health examination data, clinical and treatment data, climate and environmental data, customized food information with recommended functional ingredients and customized product/service information related to the analyzed genetic information are customized for the companion animal. A companion animal genetic information trading system using blockchain, which is characterized by generating information.
delete delete A genetic information trading system receiving genetic information of a companion animal based on at least one of DTC testing and questionnaire testing from an individual or a supplier;
Converting, by the genetic information trading system, the genetic information of the companion animal into a standardized data format that can be stored in a blockchain network;
Uploading, by the genetic information trading system, the converted genetic information of the companion animal to the blockchain network;
Generating at least one of information on the name of a disease that is likely to occur corresponding to the genetic information of the companion animal and information on customized feed to reduce the possibility of developing the disease according to the disease name information and providing the information to the individual or the supplier. ; and
The genetic information trading system includes providing compensation to the individual or supplier when the genetic test is completed, and providing compensation to the consumer when the consumer purchases the genetic information of the companion animal,
The genetic information is classified according to the following categories: nutrients, exercise, skin/hair, eating habits, personal characteristics, health care, and ancestry.
The customized information for the above pet is,
At least one of the following: customized diet information and exercise information based on required nutrients, required exercise, skin/hair, pet characteristics and eating habits, health management information, personal information based on pedigree information, and customized product/service information related thereto. Includes any one,
The step of providing compensation to the demander is,
The amount of compensation provided to the individual or supplier varies depending on the type and number of information provided to the demand source, and the type of genetic information provided to the demand source is divided into a first type that provides data by type of gene to the demand source, and a companion animal. It is divided into one of the second type, which provides combination data of diseases and genes with the possibility of occurrence as a source of demand, and the third type, which provides financial products through a decentralized financial system using cryptocurrency as compensation, The financial product provides compensation as a recommended product based on at least one of individual tendencies calculated according to genetic information analysis results and individual financial data received from an external server,
The genetic information trading system creates a dataset by connecting the genetic information of companion animals with the same test results classified by item, and the generated dataset is used to determine the companion animal's genetic information including at least one of gender, age, and region. Animals are grouped according to basic information and stored in a database, and if it is analyzed that there is a correlation between the grouped companion animal information and the test results included in the linked genetic information, the grouped companion animal information and the linked genetic information A method of trading genetic information in a companion animal genetic information trading system using blockchain, characterized in that it is stored in the database so that it can be purchased by group.
According to clause 6,
Combining and storing, by the genetic information trading system, the genetic information of the companion animal, the disease name information and customized food information of the companion animal corresponding to the genetic information as one pair; and
A genetic information trading system for companion animals using a blockchain, wherein the genetic information trading system further includes providing the genetic information, the disease name information, and the customized feed information to the demander in the combined unit. How to trade genetic information.
In clause 7,
The genetic information transaction system further includes receiving at least one of health examination data, clinical and treatment data, financial data, and climate and environmental data of the individual or companion animal who provided the genetic information from an external server, ,
The step of generating at least one of the disease name information and the customized feed information and providing it to the individual or the supplier,
Based on the received health examination data, clinical and treatment data, climate and environmental data, customized food information with recommended functional ingredients and customized product/service information related to the analyzed genetic information are customized for the companion animal. A genetic information trading method in a companion animal genetic information trading system using blockchain, which is characterized by generating and providing information.
delete delete Combined with hardware,
A computer program stored in a computer-readable recording medium to execute the genetic information trading method of the genetic information trading system for companion animals using a blockchain according to any one of claims 6 to 8.

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