For athletes, talent and effort are just part of the story. The real question is: are you training for the sport your body is built for?
That question first crossed the mind of Uniqgene’s founder, a molecular biology student and multi-sport competitor who was juggling her love for athletics with a deep curiosity for genetics. After years of recurring injuries and unanswered questions, the turning point came when her mother was diagnosed with cancer. Diving deeper into genetic science, she realized that most training and nutrition plans completely ignore a crucial factor → our genetic predisposition.
That insight became the spark for Uniqgene, a company bridging the gap between genetics and performance training, helping athletes and health-conscious individuals understand their bodies, reduce injury risk, and train smarter.
The power of knowing your DNA
Uniqgene’s solution is as intuitive as it is advanced. With a simple saliva test, users unlock a comprehensive genetic profile that fuels an AI-driven analytics platform.
The company’s bioinformatics pipeline decodes performance-related genes, while its AI chatbot translates that data into personalized, everyday guidance. From nutrition and training load to recovery strategies and injury prevention, users receive continuous, actionable insights that evolve as new scientific data emerges.
From lab to the locker room
The results have been striking. Sports academies and athletes using Uniqgene have reported up to 30% fewer overuse injuries, along with measurable gains in endurance and agility.
Several young athletes who adapted their training and recovery routines through Uniqgene’s DNA-based recommendations have gone on to join national teams, with some of them even qualifying for the Olympic Games.
One parent described the experience best:
“We never thought the analysis could be this detailed and realistic. After having it done, we realized how important it could be for our child’s future.”
It’s stories like these that prove genetics isn’t just about health risks…
It’s about potential.
Validation, traction, and recognition
Uniqgene’s momentum is backed by both users and institutions. The company has surpassed 1,000 paying customers and works with 20+ sports clubs and wellness partners across Turkey, the UK, and the UAE.
It has raised $300,000 in funding, launched an AI wellness chatbot, and earned a lineup of impressive accolades, including the Health 2.0 Outstanding Leadership Award, Draper University Top-6 Global Founder, and European Sportstech “Most Innovative Startup”.
Their B2B partnerships span elite organizations like Fenerbahçe SK, Altınordu FK, and multiple national teams and wellness centers across three continents (proof that Uniqgene’s science is both trusted and scalable).
How Uniqgene stands out
Most genetic testing products focus on general wellness or ancestry. Uniqgene’s differentiation lies in sports performance and continuous AI guidance. The platform allows for raw-data reanalysis, meaning as genetic research advances, users’ insights update automatically.
It’s a model that’s science-driven, future-proof, and accessible. For sports clubs and insurers, it’s a tool for performance optimization and injury prevention. For athletes, it’s a personal coach powered by their own biology.
Looking ahead
The next chapter for Uniqgene is global. The company is scaling operations in Turkey, the UK, and Europe, integrating wearable devices for real-time feedback, and expanding its B2B offerings to sports federations and wellness chains.
Their roadmap reflects the world’s growing demand for personalization in health and performance, a $35 billion global sports-genomics market that continues to expand as athletes and consumers seek more science-backed solutions.
A team built for performance
Uniqgene’s strength lies in its interdisciplinary team: molecular biologists, biotech specialists, AI engineers, and elite sports coaches. This blend of science, technology, and athletic insight allows them to move fast while staying credible in both labs and locker rooms.
Uniqgene represents the kind of founder-driven innovation we champion: bold, evidence-based, and human-centered.
That is why we’re proud to support Uniqgene on their journey to redefine performance through science. Our role is to help them scale, navigate through regulation, and bring in the right investor connections, because, when science meets discipline and data meets purpose, excellence isn’t a matter of luck…it’s written in your DNA.