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23andMe Reemerges as Nonprofit After Founder Purchase

Anne Wojcicki bought the genetic testing company after it faced near-loss. The firm now operates as a nonprofit. A STAT interview discusses changes and continuity.

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Anne Wojcicki purchased 23andMe with her own money after the company nearly collapsed. The genetic testing firm has been restructured as a nonprofit. Wojcicki has led 23andMe for 20 years. The company now continues under nonprofit status following the acquisition.

STAT reporter Matthew Herper interviewed Wojcicki about the transition. The discussion covered what has changed and what remains the same. The interview was presented under the #STATBreakthrough label.

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