As part of its mission to do whatever it takes to provide every couple with the opportunity to bear healthy natural children, Bonei Olam has made considerable inroads in the field of advanced genetic research and development through its Center for Rare Jewish Genetic Disorders. Bonei Olam maintains an in-house staff of proficient genetic researchers involved in identifying and preventing genetics-related associated with ethnic Jewish populations, many of which are not detectable through pre-marital screening.
Millions of dollars have been invested by Bonei Olam to date in the field genetic research and development. This investment has yielded remarkable practical results – many of them heralded as breakthrough developments in the international genetic research arena. Bonei Olam has developed a highly productive relationship with world renowned geneticists, labs and medical centers, and has retained the services of a dedicated genetics counselor, enabling us to provide crucial input leading to the most up-to-date remedies for each particular case.
Bonei Olam's in-house staff of genetic researchers have earned the highest regard of global experts in the genetic and fertility arenas with their insights, opinions, discoveries, and expertise published in prestigious medical papers and journals. This includes various breakthroughs in the detection of a heredity cancer predisposition in specific genetic mutations.
Bonei Olam has counseled hundreds of clients to date in accessing the technology to prevent genetic disorders. In cases of financial need Bonei Olam provides direct financial assistance to cover treatments. As with all other Bonei Olam programs, inquiries and requests for genetic program assistance are treated with the utmost sensitivity and the highest level of confidentiality.