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Our Story

gMENDEL WAS INSPIRED BY THE PERSONAL STORIES OF THE TWO FOUNDERS, CHRIS AND ZORAN.

In 2016, Chris’s 4-year-old daughter, Ilma, was diagnosed with selective mutism. The diagnosis forced Chris and his family to slow down and reflect on what was important in life. It was then when Chris decided to take a 10-month parental leave to give his daughter the time and attention she needed to thrive. With the strong support of her family, Ilma made tremendous progress and is now taking part in all learning and social activities at her school.

Some years ago, Zoran received the news that his childhood friend suffered from a rare cancer type. The exact diagnosis was only possible after DNA sequencing. While going through the complicated journey of healthcare, Zoran realized that although DNA sequencing had been a long-available technology, it was only accessible to few, due to its high cost.

Their ambition to involve DNA sequencing in routine clinical practice, led Chris and Zoran to the foundation of gMendel® in 2020.

They committed to developing a smart technology that could provide early, accurate and affordable diagnosis of genetic disorders to all heroes out there living with rare diseases.

At gMendel® we think big, start small and act now.

Latest news

19 Jan 2022

Researchers demonstrate an effective new tool for mapping genetic variants in sequencing data using "pangenomics".

12 Jan 2022

Each baby has the right to equitable access to appropriate and well-organized newborn screening to diagnose rare and devastating diseases.

07 Jan 2022

New gene therapy approach offers a potential long-term treatment for limb-girdle muscular dystrophy 2B.

22 Dec 2021

As the year draws to a close, we are reflecting on everything we have achieved and setting ambitious goals for the year to come.

17 Dec 2021

How can we successfully educate and mobilise communities, when it comes to genetic disorders? Anne Schack might have the answer.

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Genetic Disorders

A genetic disorder is a disease caused in whole or in part by a change in the DNA sequence away from the normal sequence.

Genetic disorders can be caused by a mutation in one gene, by mutations in multiple genes, by a combination of gene mutations and environmental factors, or by damage to chromosomes, the structures that carry genes.

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Spotlight Stories

Meet Nina

Diagnosed with Down syndrome

Nina was born with Down syndrome. With unconditional love and support by her parents, today, Nina has grown into an inspirational woman and is currently training teachers how to deal with children with disabilities.

Meet baby Fitz

Born with a dysfunctioning immune system

Baby Fitz was born with a dysfunctioning immune system, a condition known as "bubble boy disease". His story offers a glimpse into the future for rare inherited diseases and hope for treatment.

Meet Natalia

Diagnosed with Down syndrome prenatally

Natalia was born with Down syndrome. Her mother shares her story and the message that living with genetic disorders teaches you the power of love that overcomes any complexity and makes you stronger.

Meet Chloe

Diagnosed with MLD at 2 years old

Chloe was diagnosed with MLD when she was just over 2 years old. Despite stem cell transplantation, Chloe passed away after complications of the transplant and acceleration of the genetic mutation.

Meet Anestis & Dimitris

Lived with Klinefelter syndrome

Anestis and Dimitris were two brothers who had Klinefelter syndrome. As they were never diagnosed, they had to endure the prejudice of their neighbours in a small village, nearly 40 years ago.

Meet Benjamin

Diagnosed with Klinefelter disease at 25

Benjamin was diagnosed with Klinefelter disease at 25. After struggling emotionally for years, today he is on testosterone treatment and is happily married to a wonderful woman.

Meet Tom

Diagnosed with MDP syndrome at 23

Tom Staniford, age 31, was diagnosed with MDP syndrome at 23, a disease that was not recognized until 2013. Tom aspires that one day he will be judged for his abilities, not his disabilities.

Meet Nico

Suffered from seizures as from 8 days old

Nico suffered from multiple seizures as early as on the 8th day of his life. Doctors were able to identify the genetic disorder based on machine learning algorithms.

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Social responsibility

gMendel contributes to the communities where we live. We are committed to our employees, diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental sustainability.

Purpose matters. It’s the reason we exist, after all. As a purpose-led organisation, we aim to make a positive impact on our people and the society through our core business, as well as initiatives that make our communities a better place to live in.

Impact stories
This is why, in 2020 and 2021, we partnered with Besesaka Foundation, a non-profit organisation in Ghana that is actively changing the lives of children in the local community of Bukom through boxing, education and leadership mindset. Together with Besesaka Foundation and its Boxucation academy, we aimed to nurture talented boys and girls, by providing them complete educational opportunities and the skills they need to succeed in life. After two years of continuous support and engagement, we are now proud to see that this initiative has matured, and activities, now led by the local community, are well on track. Therefore, we believe that it is wiser to channel our efforts into a new inspiring project, still at infancy.

Connect for impact
As we strive to make an even greater impact, we are constantly looking for early-stage inspiring initiatives that promote diversity, equity and inclusion, active at any area, across the globe. If you wish to share and steer the impact of your project with us, please contact us at info@g-mendel.com.

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