our mission
Helping people to live their healthiest lives.
We started Nucleus more than five years ago as a way to bring comprehensive genetic health insights to just about everybody. We've all got DNA, and DNA is the foundation of our health. We're building towards a world where no lives are taken by preventable diseases.
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776 Fund
Founders Fund
Thiel Foundation
Quiet Capital
Adrian Aoun
CEO, Forward Health
Brent Saunders
Chairman and CEO, Bausch + Lomb
Matteo Franceschetti
Co-Founder and CEO, Eight Sleep
Patrick Hsu
Professor of Bioengineering, UC Berkeley
Austen Allred
Co-Founder and CEO, BloomTech
Alexandra Botez
Chess player and influencer
Cory Levy
Founder, Z Fellows
Packy McCormick
Founder, Not Boring
"We intentionally designed Nucleus to deliver the full gamut of clinical genetic tests, in a consumer product that's accessible to nearly everyone."
Lasse Folkersen
Chief Scientific Officer, Nucleus
Our science team
To contribute to the emerging body of research on human genetics and to keep Nucleus at the forefront of it, we rely on a team of doctors, scientists, and researchers dedicated to bringing you the highest quality results.
Lasse Folkersen, Ph.D.
Chief Scientific Officer, Nucleus
Prabarna Ganguly, Ph.D.
Chief Communications Officer, Nucleus
Justin Schleede, Ph.D., FACMG
Clinical Laboratory Medical Director
Barry Starr, Ph.D.
Senior Science Writer, Nucleus
Our advisory board
We're proud to work with the top scientists, researchers, authors, and leaders in our field.
Dr. Robert Plomin
Behavioral Genetics, King's College London
Margit Burmeister, Ph.D.
Professor of Bioinformatics and Human Genetics, U. Michigan Medical School
Jerry Lanchbury, Ph.D.
Former Chief Scientific Officer at Myriad Genetics
Zachary G. Ives, Ph.D.
Department Chair at the University of Pennsylvania
FAQ
What kind of insights does Nucleus offer?
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Nucleus’ DNA health reports give you detailed, personalized information about how your unique DNA combines with your lifestyle factors to influence your disease risks and trait dispositions. Nucleus currently provides insights on 20 diseases, including heart health, cancers, mental health, and more.
What kind of insights does Nucleus offer?
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Nucleus’ DNA health reports give you detailed, personalized information about how your unique DNA combines with your lifestyle factors to influence your disease risks and trait dispositions. Nucleus currently provides insights on 20 diseases, including heart health, cancers, mental health, and more.
What kind of insights does Nucleus offer?
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Nucleus’ DNA health reports give you detailed, personalized information about how your unique DNA combines with your lifestyle factors to influence your disease risks and trait dispositions. Nucleus currently provides insights on 20 diseases, including heart health, cancers, mental health, and more.
How is Nucleus different than 23andMe?
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Most genetic tests look at only a tiny fraction of your DNA — less than 0.1%. This means critical health insights are missed. That’s why Nucleus sequences your entire genome — all 6 billion letters — so you can mitigate more diseases, make healthier decisions, and live with confidence.
How is Nucleus different than 23andMe?
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Most genetic tests look at only a tiny fraction of your DNA — less than 0.1%. This means critical health insights are missed. That’s why Nucleus sequences your entire genome — all 6 billion letters — so you can mitigate more diseases, make healthier decisions, and live with confidence.
How is Nucleus different than 23andMe?
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Most genetic tests look at only a tiny fraction of your DNA — less than 0.1%. This means critical health insights are missed. That’s why Nucleus sequences your entire genome — all 6 billion letters — so you can mitigate more diseases, make healthier decisions, and live with confidence.
How accurate is Nucleus?
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Nucleus sets the bar for quality — and keeps raising it. Our whole-genome DNA test is more than 99.9% accurate. From our research, to sourcing, to manufacturing and testing, we go above and beyond industry standards to bring you safe and accurate results. As genetic research improves, we automatically update your results to give you the most accurate read on your genetics.
How accurate is Nucleus?
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Nucleus sets the bar for quality — and keeps raising it. Our whole-genome DNA test is more than 99.9% accurate. From our research, to sourcing, to manufacturing and testing, we go above and beyond industry standards to bring you safe and accurate results. As genetic research improves, we automatically update your results to give you the most accurate read on your genetics.
How accurate is Nucleus?
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Nucleus sets the bar for quality — and keeps raising it. Our whole-genome DNA test is more than 99.9% accurate. From our research, to sourcing, to manufacturing and testing, we go above and beyond industry standards to bring you safe and accurate results. As genetic research improves, we automatically update your results to give you the most accurate read on your genetics.
How do I get my results and how long does it take?
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Once you place your order, you’ll receive an email from Nucleus with order details and shipping information. Once you receive your DNA test kit, you’ll be able to take your DNA sample — a simple swab of your cheek — in a matter of minutes. As soon as you’re done, you can ship your sample to the lab using our prepaid USPS shipping label. When your results are ready, you’ll receive an email notification. Log in to Nucleus on your phone or computer to explore your unique health insights.
How do I get my results and how long does it take?
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Once you place your order, you’ll receive an email from Nucleus with order details and shipping information. Once you receive your DNA test kit, you’ll be able to take your DNA sample — a simple swab of your cheek — in a matter of minutes. As soon as you’re done, you can ship your sample to the lab using our prepaid USPS shipping label. When your results are ready, you’ll receive an email notification. Log in to Nucleus on your phone or computer to explore your unique health insights.
How do I get my results and how long does it take?
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Once you place your order, you’ll receive an email from Nucleus with order details and shipping information. Once you receive your DNA test kit, you’ll be able to take your DNA sample — a simple swab of your cheek — in a matter of minutes. As soon as you’re done, you can ship your sample to the lab using our prepaid USPS shipping label. When your results are ready, you’ll receive an email notification. Log in to Nucleus on your phone or computer to explore your unique health insights.
How does DNA testing work?
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Nucleus’ whole-genome test analyzes your DNA for millions of variants that can impact your disease risks. The variants are then classified and interpreted using a combination of new genetic analysis models, public and private databases, and variant interpretation guidelines from nationally recognized genetics associations, such as the American College of Medical Genetics.
How does DNA testing work?
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Nucleus’ whole-genome test analyzes your DNA for millions of variants that can impact your disease risks. The variants are then classified and interpreted using a combination of new genetic analysis models, public and private databases, and variant interpretation guidelines from nationally recognized genetics associations, such as the American College of Medical Genetics.
How does DNA testing work?
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Nucleus’ whole-genome test analyzes your DNA for millions of variants that can impact your disease risks. The variants are then classified and interpreted using a combination of new genetic analysis models, public and private databases, and variant interpretation guidelines from nationally recognized genetics associations, such as the American College of Medical Genetics.
Why is there an annual membership?
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While your DNA doesn’t change (it’s yours for life!), genetic research does. We’re constantly adding new insights to the platform and updating your existing results to give you the most accurate read on your health. With your Nucleus membership, you'll get access to all that Nucleus has to offer — now and in the future.
Why is there an annual membership?
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While your DNA doesn’t change (it’s yours for life!), genetic research does. We’re constantly adding new insights to the platform and updating your existing results to give you the most accurate read on your health. With your Nucleus membership, you'll get access to all that Nucleus has to offer — now and in the future.
Why is there an annual membership?
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While your DNA doesn’t change (it’s yours for life!), genetic research does. We’re constantly adding new insights to the platform and updating your existing results to give you the most accurate read on your health. With your Nucleus membership, you'll get access to all that Nucleus has to offer — now and in the future.
Can I download my data?
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Yes, you can download your DNA file anytime from your Account Settings page. To download your DNA file, go to your Account Settings page and submit a request. You’ll receive an email with your DNA file.
Can I download my data?
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Yes, you can download your DNA file anytime from your Account Settings page. To download your DNA file, go to your Account Settings page and submit a request. You’ll receive an email with your DNA file.
Can I download my data?
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Yes, you can download your DNA file anytime from your Account Settings page. To download your DNA file, go to your Account Settings page and submit a request. You’ll receive an email with your DNA file.
Is Nucleus covered by my insurance?
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No, we do not accept insurance.
Is Nucleus covered by my insurance?
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No, we do not accept insurance.
Is Nucleus covered by my insurance?
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No, we do not accept insurance.
Get started with your DNA test kit
Whole-genome test kit
Unlock whole-genome insights
$499
$399
Nucleus membership
Update your test results as new research comes out.
$45
$39/yr
Total today
$544
$438
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HSA/FSA eligible
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Free shipping in the U.S.
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Update or cancel anytime
Get started with your DNA test kit
Whole-genome test kit
Unlock whole-genome insights
$499
$399
Nucleus membership
Update your test results as new research comes out.
$45
$39/yr
Total today
$544
$438
task_alt
HSA/FSA eligible
check
Free shipping in the U.S.
check
Update or cancel anytime
Get started with your DNA test kit
Whole-genome test kit
Unlock whole-genome insights
$499
$399
Nucleus membership
Update your test results as new research comes out.
$45
$39/yr
Total today
$544
$438
task_alt
HSA/FSA eligible
check
Free shipping in the U.S.
check
Update or cancel anytime
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@ 2024 Nucleus Genomics, Inc.
HIPAA COMPLIANT
CLIA CERTIFIED
CAP accredited
sequenced in the u.s.
Made in the U.S.A.
@ 2024 Nucleus Genomics, Inc.