Blockchain for Better Care: Biotalife's Health Platform on Cardano

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Vivian Labovsky

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

Entity (Not Incorporated)

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

6

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language

Yes

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

Biotalife will build a user-friendly healthcare management platform that enables patients to securely access and manage their health data from Cardano, enhancing transparency and control.

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

No dependencies

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

No

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

This development is essential to Biotalife Skin's business model as it constitutes a crucial value-added component. We are working on a microbiome dermatological platform that leverages AI to identify and predict diseases, using biodata stored on Cardano. Therefore, it will not be immediately released as open source since it is an integral aspect of our business strategy. However, we remain committed to sharing our knowledge and expertise through educational resources, scientific conferences, and events while still maintaining the competitiveness of our business model, so that the wider community can benefit.

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Biotalife is advancing healthcare management with a sophisticated, user-friendly platform developed on the Cardano blockchain. This initiative, started in Fund 11, targets the enhancement of biomedical data protection and transparency. It specifically improves the accuracy and traceability of informed consent, patient data, raw microbiome data results, and microbiome reports.

The platform is designed to empower Biotalife users to securely manage and access their health data. Although our current system only receives and stores hashes of biomedical data, this proposal seeks to expand capabilities significantly:

1. Health Platform Development: Creation of a web application where Biotalife users can log in and directly search for their on-chain data using a secure, intuitive interface.
2. Backend Integration: Utilization of APIs to interact with the Cardano blockchain, retrieving hashed data stored within specific UTxOs via patient-specific token IDs (developed in F11).
3. Frontend Development: The platform will feature a user-friendly interface that displays the retrieved data in an easy-to-understand forma.

The proposed solution by Biotalife represents a transformative approach to managing biomedical data, providing enhanced security, transparency, and user control. This project is not only pivotal for Biotalife but also sets a precedent for blockchain applications in healthcare, potentially inspiring similar innovations across the sector.

How do you perceive the problem you are solving?

Biotalife's Health Platform addresses the challenge of accessing and managing hashed biomedical data stored on a blockchain. The problem is perceived as a significant barrier by BIOTALIFE users, where fast and secure access to their data verifies the good handling of biomedical data by BIOTALIFE.

What are your reasons for approaching it in the way that you have?

The approach taken with Biotalife's Health Platform is driven by the need for security, accuracy, and usability in BIOTALIFE users in data access.  

Using Cardano's blockchain technology, we enhance data security and traceability, while a user-friendly BIOTALIFE interface ensures that healthcare providers can easily access and interpret data without technical barriers.

Who will your project engage?

Biotalife's Health Platform will primarily engage BIOTALIFE users who need to access your hash data securely and efficiently. It will be relevant for patients to have the assurance that their medical data is handled securely. Furthermore, it would be useful for companies that handle biomedical data, be it for research or development or product validation e.g. clinical trials.

How will you demonstrate or prove your impact?

The impact of will be demonstrated through:

-User Feedback: Gathering and showcasing feedback from BIOTALIFE users on the ease of use and the efficiency improvements in accessing patient data.

- Usage Metrics: Tracking the number of queries and users on the platform to demonstrate its adoption and utility.

These strategies will collectively help to prove the effectiveness and impact in enhancing the accessibility and security of biomedical data.

What is Unique About 

Our solution is uniquely positioned as a blockchain-based tool that specializes in the secure and efficient retrieval of hashed biomedical data from the Cardano blockchain. Its distinctive features include:

1. Secure Data Access: Utilizing the robust security features of the Cardano blockchain, Biotalife's Health Platform  ensures that all data interactions are traceable and immutable, providing an extra layer of security against unauthorized access or alterations.

2.User-Friendly Interface: Unlike many blockchain applications that require technical expertise, our platform is designed with a simple and intuitive user interface, making it accessible to healthcare providers who may not have in-depth blockchain knowledge.

3. Integration with Cardano: Biotalife's Health Platform leverages the specific capabilities of the Cardano blockchain, such as low transaction fees and high transaction throughput, which are critical for handling large volumes of data transactions in healthcare.

Who Will Benefit

- Patients: By ensuring that their data is securely handled and only accessible to authorized personnel, patients benefit from improved privacy and security.

- Healthcare Providers: Doctors, scientists, and other medical staff will benefit from quick and easy access to patient data, which is crucial for timely and informed medical decisions.

- Healthcare IT Professionals: Those responsible for managing healthcare data systems will benefit from an efficient tool that integrates blockchain technology into their existing frameworks.

- Blockchain Developers and Enthusiasts: The successful implementation of Biotalife's Health Platform demonstrates a practical use case of blockchain technology in healthcare, serving as a model for future applications.

Why This is Important to Cardano

Implementing Biotalife's Health Platform on the Cardano blockchain is significant for several reasons:

1. Showcasing Blockchain Utility in Healthcare: It highlights Cardano's potential in industries beyond finance, specifically in the critical field of healthcare, by providing a solution that addresses the real-world problem of secure and accessible data management.

2. Driving Adoption and Growth: As Biotalife's Health Platform becomes a tool of choice for healthcare providers, it increases the adoption of the Cardano blockchain, thereby expanding its user base and enhancing its reputation as a versatile and scalable blockchain platform.

3. Stimulating Development on Cardano: Our success can inspire other developers to create additional applications on Cardano, potentially leading to new innovations and use cases for blockchain technology.

Overall, Biotalife's Health Platform not only provides a practical solution to a pressing healthcare problem but also enriches the Cardano ecosystem by demonstrating its capacity to handle secure, compliant, and efficient data transactions in healthcare.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

The success of Biotalife's Health Platform can bring significant value to the Cardano community by demonstrating Cardano's utility in a critical sector like healthcare and by potentially driving broader adoption and innovation. Here’s a deeper look into how we could add value, measure impact, and share its outcomes:

Bringing Value to the Cardano Community

1. Demonstrating Cardano's Versatility: By showcasing how Cardano can be used effectively in healthcare, Biotalife's Health Platform helps to illustrate the blockchain's suitability for industries that require high security and data integrity, potentially attracting further enterprise adoption.

2. Encouraging Development on Cardano: Our success may inspire other developers and companies to consider Cardano for their blockchain needs, leading to an increase in the number and diversity of applications built on the platform.

3. Improving Blockchain Perception: Success in a high-stakes field like healthcare can enhance the overall perception of blockchain technology as a viable solution for critical data management, thereby improving trust and interest in Cardano.

Measuring Impact

Adoption Metrics: Tracking the number of healthcare providers that adopt and actively use Biotalife's Health Platform will provide a direct measure of its impact and acceptance.

Sharing Outputs and Opportunities

1. Public Reports: Producing detailed reports that outline the achievements, challenges, and lessons learned from the Biotalife's Health Platform project. These documents can be invaluable for the broader blockchain and healthcare communities.

2. Conferences and Seminars: Participating in industry conferences and seminars to present the findings and benefits of Biotalife's Health Platform. These events are excellent opportunities for networking and promoting Cardano’s capabilities.

3. Educational Outreach: Organizing workshops, webinars, and training sessions to educate healthcare professionals and developers about the benefits of blockchain technology, specifically Cardano, and how it can be leveraged in various sectors.

By effectively measuring its impact and sharing its successes and learnings,Biotalife's Health Platform can significantly contribute to the growth and diversification of the Cardano ecosystem, providing a blueprint for future blockchain projects in healthcare and beyond.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

Biotalife Skin has a skilled cross-functional team to carry out the project with high levels of trust and accountability.

Dr. Vivian Labovsky, co-founder and CEO of Biotalife Skin and a CONICET researcher, brings over 20 years of experience in health research with a focus on the human microbiome and technological solutions.

Together with Dr. Rivero Martín’s strong scientific and leadership background, and his active involvement in the Cardano community, we are poised to lead BiotaExplorer to success. (Discover his complete information by visiting the detailed resource here 🔗)

Our combined expertise will ensure rigorous testing, community feedback, and iterative development, positioning BiotaExplorer as a reliable, scalable, and user-satisfactory platform.

We also have the presence of:

Dr. Elmer Fernandez and Ing. Daniela Orschanski, are experts in data analysis and predictive modeling, will utilize data from Cardano to develop more resilient AI models. Our transparent methodology, meticulous traceability, and adherence to ethical and regulatory standards enhance our ability to deliver the project with reliability. We maintain elevated levels of integrity throughout all phases, assuring the trust of all stakeholders.

[PROJECT MILESTONES] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

Milestones for Biotalife's Health Platform

The milestones below are designed to ensure a structured and phased development of the Biotalife's Health Platform:

Milestone 1: Requirements, Application Design, and Initial Development

Outputs:

- Definition of complete functional and technical requirements for the project.

- Development of the application design, including UI/UX, to ensure an optimal user experience.

- Creation of the full graphic design, including the visual identity of the user interface.

- Initiation of the boilerplate of the source code for the WebApp.

- Implementation of base visual components, such as buttons and fonts.

 

Acceptance Criteria:

- A detailed requirements document that includes all functionality and technical specifications.

- User interface prototypes for both patients and administrators.

- A graphical style guide and visual resources for use in the interface.

- A preliminary build of the WebApp with foundational code and visual elements.

 

Evidence of Milestone Completion:

- Link to the document containing the Requirements, Application Design, Graphic Design, and initial source code of the project.

Milestone 2: WebApp Development and Blockchain Integration

Outputs:

- Further development of the WebApp using NextJS.

- Enabling the app to fetch transaction data from the Cardano blockchain based on a patient ID.

 

Acceptance Criteria:

- A fully functional NextJS WebApp that can query and display transaction data from the blockchain.

- Successful integration of the App with the Cardano blockchain to retrieve data using patient-specific token IDs.

 

Evidence of Milestone Completion:

- Link to a video showcasing the functional WebApp with Blockchain Integration.

Milestone 3: User Management System and Admin Interface

Outputs:

- Development of the user management system, including authentication and differentiated roles.

- Creation of a dedicated admin page for Biota staff to manage patient data and permissions.

 

Acceptance Criteria:

- Authentication and authorization modules for user roles (patient, administrator).

- Operational personalized dashboard for patients and an administration panel for Biota staff.

 

Evidence of Milestone Completion:

- Link to a video demonstrating the User Management System and Admin Interface in action.

Final Milestone: Biotalife's Health Platform Completion and Reporting

Outputs:

- Documentation and Reporting:

- Produce comprehensive documentation for users and developers.

- Create a final report detailing the development journey and a video showcasing

Acceptance Criteria:

-Final report detailing the development and a video showcasing the use of Biotalife's Health Platform.

Evidence of Milestone Completion:

-Final report and video produced.

By systematically working through these milestones, Biotalife's Health Platform will become a powerful web app solution that enhances the accessibility and gestion of biomedical data using the Cardano blockchain.

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Vivian Labovsky, PhD: Role of Project Manager, CEO and Co-Founder of Biotalife Skin, Researcher of CONICET.

Rivero Martín, PhD (CV 🔗) - Role of Project Leader: With his extensive background in science and technology, coupled with active involvement in the Cardano community, he is instrumental in integrating scientific research with Cardano blockchain technologies. His unique expertise ensures the success of our project, making him a vital member of our team who excels at combining advanced scientific methodologies with innovative blockchain applications. Discover more about his pivotal role, view his publications, and follow his professional trajectory by visiting his profile at [linktr.ee/martinrivero]. Engage with his work to understand the impact of blockchain in scientific fields.

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Executive summary:

Milestone 1:

20,000 ADA. Requirements, Application Design, and Initial Development

5,000 ADA Communication Plan - Project Manager and Leader e.g., communication tools, project management software

Milestone 2:

25,000 ADA. WebApp Development and Blockchain Integration

5,000 ADA Content Creation for Education- Project Manager and Leader e.g., communication tools, project management software

Milestone 3:

25,000 ADA. User Management System and Admin Interface

5,000 ADA Content Creation for Education - Project Manager and Leader e.g., communication tools, project management software

Final Milestone:

15,000 ADA. Biotalife's Health Platform Video & Final Report

Total Project Budget= 100,000 ADA for 6 months development

*If we receive the funds we will contact txpipe.shop, with whom we already have experience working, for the development/audit of the proposal.

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

The cost of the project is a strategic investment for Cardano's expansion and utility beyond financial transactions. Through the implementation of advanced solutions for securely managing biomedical data on Biotalife Skin, we not only reinforce trust in the platform but also position Cardano as a dependable and versatile infrastructure for critical healthcare use cases.

We will lead the way in the Latin American healthcare sector by incorporating Cardano, setting a noteworthy example for other companies to emulate. This initiative not only expands Cardano's adoption in the region but also contributes to the growth of the Cardano community. Additionally, the implementation boosts internal efficiency and enhances trust in the application of blockchain technology in scientific and medical fields. In this sense, the project cost embodies not only an investment in infrastructure but also a strategic boost for the expansion and growth of Cardano in the Latin American ecosystem and beyond.

The cost of this project correlates with its value to the Cardano ecosystem, creating an investment that benefits not only Biotalife Skin but also contributes to the sustainable adoption and evolution of Cardano in various sectors. This outcome marks a significant milestone in the development of the platform and its presence in the region.