NEWARK, N.J., Oct. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Genomic Prediction Inc. (“GP”), a leader in advanced genetic testing and reproductive genomics, announced today that it filed a federal lawsuit on Wednesday in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey against former employees Nathan Treff, Ph.D., and Talia Metzgar, as well as Mr. Treff’s new employer, Nucleus Genomics, Inc., for the intentional misappropriation of GP’s trade secrets and related violations of state law.
The lawsuit asserts that Mr. Treff misappropriated GP’s confidential research, trade secrets, and proprietary technology, including intellectual property related to embryonic DNA sequencing, amplification methods, and GP’s LifeView® software platform. The lawsuit alleges that certain of the misappropriated information has already been used by Mr. Treff’s new employer, Nucleus.
GP further alleges that Mr. Treff willfully destroyed proprietary data maintained on his GP-issued laptop computer and copied key confidential materials for his and his new employer’s use and competitive benefit. The company contends that these actions are part of an intentional plan to enable Nucleus to launch competing preimplantation genetic testing (“PGT”) products and services, using GP’s trade secrets.
“Genomic Prediction supports fair and ethical competition, which is essential to scientific advancement. This action is not about competition itself, but about protecting innovation, and the scientific integrity that underpins the field of reproductive genetics. Our work has always centered on a patient-first philosophy, ensuring that every advancement serves the best interests of families and the physicians who care for them. We remain steadfast in our commitment to advancing safe, ethical, and innovative genetic testing that upholds the highest standards of care,” said Kelly Ketterson, CEO of Genomic Prediction.
The lawsuit will be seeking immediate relief through a preliminary injunction with a temporary restraining order (TRO) to prevent Mr. Treff, Ms. Metzgar, and Nucleus from using or disclosing any GP trade secrets, and by a preliminary injunction enforcing Mr. Treff’s non-compete agreement to prohibit him from engaging in unfair competition as an employee of Nucleus.
The claims are brought under the federal Defend Trade Secrets Act and New Jersey Trade Secrets Act. In addition, the complaint includes causes of action alleging:
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Breach of their non-compete and confidentiality agreements by Mr. Treff and Ms. Metzgar;
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Breach of fiduciary duty by Dr. Treff as a former officer of GP;
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Unfair competition, tortious interference, and breach of contract by Nucleus Genomics; and
- Violation of the New Jersey Computer-Related Offenses Act by Mr. Treff for destruction of GP’s proprietary electronic data.
GP will also seek expedited discovery orders compelling the defendants to produce documents and testimony concerning their use of GP’s trade secrets, and to ensure that no confidential information and trade secrets in any defendant’s possession are further used and are returned or permanently destroyed.
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About Genomic Prediction:
Genomic Prediction, Inc. is the frontrunner in advanced embryo screening. Our proprietary LifeView platform is state-of-the-art technology that assesses embryos for genetic health aimed at improved IVF outcomes. The LifeView Embryo Health Score Test (EHS) offers insight into the likelihood of developing conditions driven by multiple genes. It tests for significant health issues, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, certain cancers, and mental health conditions. The EHS results are derived from the same embryo sample used in the following
PGT tests:
PGT-A: Identifies chromosome abnormalities in embryos.
PGT-A+: Pinpoints the origin (paternal, maternal, or embryonic) of chromosome abnormalities.
PGT-M: Decreases the chances of passing on monogenic (single-gene) conditions.
PGT-SR: Detects chromosome abnormalities and structural imbalances, providing clarity between normal and balanced chromosomes.
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