Anu Acharya is the CEO and Co-Founder of Mapmygenome, a renowned genomics business that uses innovative molecular testing to offer individualized and prophylactic medical care. She is a renowned inventor and expert in genetics and bioinformatics with over 20 years of expertise. Anu Acharya also acts as a mentor and/or member of the governing board for several prestigious organizations, including ABLE, NIBMG, NIAB, IIITHyderabad, IvyCap Ventures, and CSIR. She is a Young Global Leader at the World Economic Forum and a renowned alumni of IIT Kharagpur.
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About
Primary Job Title
Co-founder & CEO
Primary Organization
Mapmygenome
Established
2012
Industry
Wellness and Fitness
Region
Hyderabad Telangana
Nationality
Indian
Quotes
Remember that you are an entrepreneur, not a ‘woman tech entrepreneur’. You are likely to have it twice as difficult, be prepared for that.
About their Startup
Mapmygenome™ personalizes health and well-being through genomics. Their diagnostic genomic tests and at-home DNA testing offer DNA-based insights that help patients, doctors, and healthcare professionals design a personalized health path. With a mission to “Touch 100 million lives and save a million lives by 2030,” Mapmygenome™ was founded in 2013. Mapmygenome™ provides several preventive genetic tests, including Cardiomap, MedicaMap, MyFitGene, Genomepatri, and MapmyBiome. Those who use Genomepatri Heritage from MapMyGenome can also learn more about their ethnic heritage.
Awards & Achievements
- Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award (Zee Business, 2019)
- Special Recognition (Leaders Category) by Indian Express (2019)
- W-power trailblazers by Forbes (2018)
- Jio Economic Times Startup Awards - Women Ahead (2015)
- Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum (2011)
- Astia Life Science Innovators Award (2008)
- Biospectrum Entrepreneur of the Year (2008)
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