Jul. 03, 2020
Who does our DNA analysis? Who's Baseclear?
BASECLEAR X NOMIGE
Our DNA analyzes are done in a genetic laboratory in the Netherlands, called 'Baseclear '. We were lucky enough to ask a few questions to the CEO & Founder of Baseclear, Bas Reichert, and the Senior Sales & Account Manager, Evelien Zeinstra.
Curious about the interview? Discover it in our blog or watch the interview in the video below.
WHO IS BASECLEAR?
Baseclear is a DNA service laboratory . Today this is called genomics, the broad field of DNA research. They do DNA research on behalf of third parties. Their customers are mostly industrial companies: both small and large companies that choose Baseclear because of the quality of their DNA research.
WHAT HAPPENS WITH THE DNA SAMPLES?
Nomige sends the samples to Baseclear by traceable mail. When the samples arrive at Baseclear, they are inspected and checked before being sent to the lab. Here the samples are further processed (e.g. DNA extraction and purification) and DNA testing is started.
After research, the results are sent to Nomige via a secure portal and connection.HOW DOES FOOD OR DRINK INFLUENCE THE ANALYSIS OF A DNA SAMPLE?
The influence of food and drink on taking a smear is certainly relevant. Because if there is food in the smear, it can inhibit DNA analysis. Make sure that both the swab and your mouth are as clean as possible (you don't have to be sober!) for the DNA analysis to succeed.
HOW IMPORTANT IS GDPR FOR BASECLEAR?
Data security, GDPR or AVG regulations is an extremely important part. After all, it's about someone's DNA. Everything is therefore anonymised and the data is sent to customers in a secure, encrypted manner. Baseclear was one of the first laboratories to achieve the ISO 27.001 standard because they are concerned with data security at a very high level. It is also extremely important for Nomige that we can guarantee this safety to our customers.
WHAT IS SO NICE ABOUT WORKING WITH NOMIGE?
"It is so much fun to work with Nomige. A young entrepreneur who is passionate about her business. That reminds me of myself when I started this company 25 years ago as a young entrepreneur and has since grown into what it is today. I wish her the very best. We try to support Nomige because I have a heart for those kinds of young entrepreneurs," said CEO Bas Reichert.
"And what makes Nomige different", adds Senior Account Manager Evelien Zeinstra, "is that we have set up something unique for Nomige". "Barbara came up with a proposal for tests that did not actually exist yet. We then worked out the genetic test together. And of course it is also very nice to see how a small startup develops and grows." All this makes Nomige special, fun and unique.
Thank you Bas Reichert and Evelien Zeinstra for this interview!
We would also like to thank the entire Baseclear team for the smooth and pleasant cooperation. We look forward to continuing this collaboration :)
Do you want to know more about Baseclear? Visit their website or contact them.
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