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[my country Issues Ethical Guidelines to Regulate Human Genetic Data Research] On May 25, the Ministry of Science and Technology issued the "Ethical Guidelines for Human Genetic Data Research," aiming to regulate research activities involving human genetic data, effectively protect the legitimate rights and interests of research participants and related groups, and promote the healthy development of human genetic data research. The guidelines, compiled by the Life Sciences Ethics Subcommittee of the National Science and Technology Ethics Committee, clarify that human genetic data refers to various types of data obtained from or derived from human biological samples (such as cells, tissues, organs, body fluids, and secretions) that can directly reflect human genetic information. With the rapid development of gene sequencing, omics technologies, and data analysis methods, research related to human genetic data continues to deepen, providing important scientific support for biomedical research, disease prevention, and precision medicine. At the same time, due to the unique attributes of human genetic data, such as its identity-identifying, familial, and intergenerational influence, related scientific and technological activities may raise multiple complex ethical, legal, and social issues. According to the guidelines, scientific and technological activities related to human genetic data should adhere to the basic principles of promoting well-being, respecting autonomy, controlling risks, preventing harm and abuse, and fairness and impartiality. Specifically, the guidelines include: applications aimed at promoting human health, improving disease prevention and treatment, and enhancing public interests and human well-being; applications that may generate significant uncertainties, cross-border diffusion risks, or intergenerational impacts should be approached with caution, requiring thorough risk assessments and stricter risk control measures before implementation; and applications should adhere to the principles of scientific rationality, legitimate purpose, and minimum necessity, while respecting and protecting individual rights. The guidelines also clarify that activities related to human genetic data should strengthen the protection of genetic privacy. Data mining or utilization for the purpose of infringing on privacy is prohibited. When conducting data mining, analysis, and application, the privacy of research participants and related groups must be strictly protected, ensuring that related processing activities are conducted within the scope of informed consent and ethical review approval. Throughout the entire process of scientific research and technological development, corresponding privacy protection measures should be taken according to the sensitivity and risk level of the data. Experts stated that the implementation of these guidelines will effectively guide my country's human genetic data research onto a standardized track, ultimately achieving a dynamic balance between releasing the potential of scientific and technological innovation and fulfilling ethical responsibilities. (Xinhua News Agency)