Exploring why you are unique

Genopedia is an open and free database on human genetics. We aim to capture all that is known about human genes, genetic diseases, mutations, genetic variations and their effects. Every one of us is unique and Genopedia tells you why.

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Founder and CEO of Novogenia GmbH & Darwin AG

Dr. Daniel Wallerstorfer

“At Genopedia, we believe in the transformative power of human genetics. Our platform decodes genetic information to empower personalized healthcare like never before. With Genopedia, the abstract language of our DNA becomes an open book for all - scientists, doctors, and for everyone interested in exploring why they are unique.

The future of healthcare is no longer 'one-size-fits-all'; it's tailored, focused on our unique genetic make-up. By democratizing access to genetic knowledge, we're not just unraveling scientific mysteries, we're shaping a healthier future for humanity.”

Human genetics

We are 99.9% the same

Even though all humans are remarkably similar, being 99.9% genetically identical, it's that tiny 0.1% that makes each of us unique.

In the vast library of our DNA, this 0.1% represents millions of tiny variations that affect everything from our height and eye color to our health and even how we process food. Think of it as the secret recipe that makes you, well, you! Despite our striking similarities, this splash of difference creates a world filled with diverse and unique individuals. Here are some examples:

60%

Bananas

Bananas share about 60% of their genetic material with humans. While this may seem surprising, it's important to note that the genetic similarity is based on common ancestry and evolutionary relationships rather than functional similarities.

98.7%

Chimpanzees

Chimpanzees are our closest living relatives, sharing approximately 98% of our genetic material. They belong to the same family as humans, called Hominidae, and have similar anatomical and physiological characteristics.

85%

Mice

This 85% similiarity to humans in the genetic blueprint extends to many major organ systems and tissues, reflecting our shared biological heritage. Due to these similarities, mice serve as crucial models for human genetic research, offering vital clues about human health and disease.

84%

Zebra Fish

A remarkable 84% of genes linked to human disease have a match in zebrafish, making these small creatures an invaluable tool for genetic research. Zebrafish share many of the same key organs and tissues with humans, further cementing their role in studying our genes.

Variant of the day

7:g.87615644C>T

3 publications on this Variant
2 affected traits
1 potential disease risk
This variation affects your likelihood of:Schizophrenia
Genetic Variation

What is a Genetic Variation?

Genetic variations are small differences in our DNA sequence that make us who we are. One important type of variation is a Single Nucleotide Polymorphism, or genetic variation. It's a change at a single spot in your DNA, kind of like a single-letter typo in an otherwise identical book.

Genetic variations are very common but most don't do anything noticeable. However, some can influence traits like your height, eye color, or even risk for certain diseases. They're like tiny switches that can turn genes on, off, or adjust their volume.

Genome Browser

Variants exist all over your DNA

In DNA there are only four possible letters: A, T, C and G, which are called genetic letters. The sequence of the genetic letters is like your personal code, which differentiates you from the rest of the world.

It's that simple! Your personal letter code is what makes you unique!

Why is the lower stand grey?

Each DNA consists of a primary strand (shown with genetic letters in colors) and a second strand with complementary letters. Only the primary strand is relevant for the encoding of information.

Browse left and right to see Variants in the proximity!
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Spotlight: Effects

Genetic Variations affect you

Since variants are what makes you unique, they are also responsible for various effects on your body. Effects are either your traits or diseases that you might have. Depending on what genetic letter combination you have, certain effects potentially apply to you.

Interested in learning more about some rare effects?

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Genopedia's Mission

Using AI to decypher human genetics

Sequencing DNA is easy. Making sense of the data is the hard part!

Every day, about 1000 new scientific publications on human genetics are published. This exponential growth of scientific knowledge in human genetics has long passed the stage, where humans can keep track of all the developments in the field. Since it is essential to have a firm grasp of all we know about human genes and genetic variations to analyze a genome, we have created Genopedia.

We use our proprietary AI-Engine „Deep Genome AI“ to read and analyze all current und newly published scientific publications on genetics and to integrate this knowledge into genopedia. This way Genopedia becomes smarter all day, every day.

Latest Research

Our database is regularly updated with the latest scientific research from high quality sources. Genopedia's database currently holds analysis of 41964 studies, resulting in information on 393066 variants with a total of 17943 effects.

Association of Genetic Variants of HLA-DQA1 with Bullous Pemphigoid Induced by Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 Inhibitors. (November 2023)

Takeshi Ozeki, Ken Muramatsu, Norihiro Yoshimoto, Inkin Ujiie, Kentaro Izumi, Hiroaki Iwata, Taisei Mushiroda, Hideyuki Ujiie

PubMed: 37156394
A pilot genome-wide association study meta-analysis of gastroparesis. (October 2023)

Leticia Camargo Tavares, Tenghao Zheng, Madeline Kwicklis, Emily Mitchell, Anita Pandit, Suraj Pullapantula, Cheryl Bernard, Maris Teder-Laving, Francine Z Marques, Tonu Esko, Braden Kuo, Robert J Shulman, Bruno P Chumpitazi, Kenneth L Koch, Irene Sarosiek, ...

PubMed: 37688361
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