Sports Genomics Program - Springboard India

Gujarat has launched India’s first Sports Genomics Program.
Objective: To understand athletes’ genetic strengths, endurance, speed, and recovery potential by analyzing their DNA.
Goal: To collect approximately 10,000 genetic samples over 5 years (2,000 samples per year).
- To create a ‘Gujarat Athlete Genome Database’.
Main Focus: Preparing athletes for the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
Implementation: By the Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre, in collaboration with state sports officials.