23andMeResearch Institute
Uniting people everywhere under the common goal of improving health and deepening our understanding of DNA – the code of life.
The Power of GENETICSThe Code LIFE
Decoding the human genome is one of the most exciting scientific pursuits of our time. By understanding the human genome we will map the mechanisms of health, biology and evolution, helping to unravel the mysteries of life itself.
At the center of every living thing is a simple alphabet of four chemical bases: A, T, C, and G. These letters form DNA, and the sequence they create is what we mean by genetics, the code of life. DNA reveals what makes us unique. Some traits come from our genes, others from the world around us, and together they create the individuality in all of us.
Our UNIQUE Cycleof DISCOVERY
Our model creates a cycle of mutual benefit. When members contribute their data, it fuels discoveries that advance research. Those discoveries lead to new insights and progress that flow back to members and society, creating lasting impact for everyone.
The Power of YOUThe Power of 11 MILLION
The 23andMe research community has contributed to 300+ research papers. Explore our collective impact.
23andMe Finds New Genetic Links to Parkinson's Disease
In its first Parkinson's study, 23andMe scientists discovered two new genetic risk variants, confirmed 20 known associations, and showed genetics explains at least 27% of Parkinson's disease liability.
COVID Genetics Reveal Immune Targets for Therapy
In an ongoing study, 23andMe researchers found variants affecting immune mechanisms (like IFNAR2, TYK2, OAS genes, and DPP9) are associated with critical COVID-19 illness and could serve as therapeutic targets for drug development.
Blood Type and Susceptibility for COVID-19
A 23andMe study of 1.2+ million people suggests blood type O may be protective against COVID-19, lowering risk by 9-18%. The study, done at breakneck speed, identified a specific variant in the ABO gene that was also linked to lower risk.
Massive Study Uncovers Genetic Links to Depression
Scientists studied 450,000+ people, found 17 genetic variants in 15 regions linked to depression, confirming self-reported data can identify genetic risk and improve understanding of depression's biology.
Female Fertility Genes Found
A new study identified nearly 300 genetic variants that influence a woman's reproductive lifespan. The findings may help predict which women are at risk for early menopause and could lead to improved fertility treatments.
Everyone has a DNA STORY
Learning about genetics has benefited countless individual lives.
Jenn Ford
Taking action with BRCA
Sarah Schaaf
Knowledge is power
Rebecca Jones
Two sisters, one Alzheimer's mission
Katey Bennett & Amanda Dunford
Identical twins find each other
Claudia Revilla
Turning Parkinson's into progress
We're in This Together
When you take part, you help turn genetic discovery into something that benefits you and the world around you. Your contribution fuels breakthroughs that uncover answers to some of the biggest questions in health and opens the door to better care, earlier prevention, and deeper understanding. Together, we can make discoveries that truly change lives.