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News: Gujarat has introduced an ambitious ‘Sports Genomics Programme’ to strengthen India’s preparation for the Commonwealth Games 2030.

About Sports Genomics Programme

The Sports Genomics Programme has been launched to integrate genetic, physiological, and performance data with a long-term objective of enhancing India’s preparedness for the Commonwealth Games 2030.
Launched by: It is being undertaken by the Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre (GBRC), under the Department of Science and Technology of the state, in coordination with the Sports Authority of Gujarat.
Aim: It aims to identify talent early, create an athlete genome database, and develop personalised training programmes in Gujarat.
Goal: The goal is to establish a comprehensive Gujarat Athlete Genome Database that integrates genetic, physiological, and performance data to identify genes influencing athletic performance.
This database will also help in identifying genetic risk factors for injuries and enable the design of personalized training and rehabilitation protocols for athletes.
It will also help understand sex- and age-related genomic differences influencing athletic adaptation.
Features
- Under the programme, the GBRC will collect at least 2,000 genetic samples per year over five years, with the 10,000 samples covering 10 sports – five endurance and power sports each.
- These sports will be identified in collaboration with the Sports Authority of Gujarat, from all the districts of the state.
- The sampling strategy would also be decided in collaboration with the Sports Authority.