The ABLE jury have selected MapmyGenome as the recipient of the 1st eN-ABLE Startup Awardee in the  Genomics  Category.

Who are they?

BioEconomy Conclave provides startups the golden opportunity to contribute towards economic development of the country with Biotechnology as its unique platform.

The conclave has established a platform for all the stakeholders of the BioEconomy-researchers, technologists, entrepreneurs, and businesses that are a driving force introducing innovation in healthcare, agriculture, industrial processes and several other industries through products and services.

Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises (ABLE) instituted eN-ABLE Startup Awards to recognize the contributions of emerging entrepreneurs in the country. Founded in 2003 by Dr Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, ABLE is India’s leading biotechnology industry association.

A bit about Us

Founded in 2013, MapmyGenome started as India’s pioneering Personal Genomics Company with a vision to “Touch 100 million lives and save a million lives by 2030.”  It is a molecular diagnostics company for people who are proactive about their health. They offer personalized health solutions based on genetic tests that help people to get to know about themselves. By combining genetic health profile and health history with genetic counseling, MapmyGenome provides actionable steps for individuals and their physicians towards a healthier life. MapmyGenome is focused on preventive health-care through healthy habits. Services offered include personal genomics, molecular diagnostics, brain wellness solutions, TB diagnostic kits, and DNA forensics. Headquartered in Hyderabad, India, they connect to people across the globe through business development executives, e-tailers, brand affiliates, and healthcare partners.

So, when is the Big Day!

The awards will be presented by Central Union Minister of The state Government of India – Agriculture, Farmer’s welfare & Panchayati Raj, BJP National Vice President Mr Parshottam Rupala on the inauguration ceremony of ABLE’s BioEconomy Conclave on today at John Stein Auditorium, India Habitat Center, New Delhi.

A glance of the event itself!

John Stein Auditorium lit up at 7:30pm to welcome the hard working and viciously ambitious start Ups! Sales Head Anand Sundaresan and Product Manager Udbhav Relan attended the event and said, “It was very encouraging to receive the award for the personal genomics category. Recognition and appreciation are always a special part of such ceremonies, but the deeply inquisitive questions from the youth made this a great platform to educate and inspire young minds !”

From left to right, Product Manager Udbhav Relan, ABLE Director Dr. P.M. Murali,
Union Minister Mr Parshottam Rupala and Sales Head Anand Sundaresan.

Originally Published: http://www.bioeconomy.in/