Our Story

The Science of Us

We're on a mission to give every Indian the genomic precision they deserve - because 1.4 billion people shouldn't be reduced to a single "South Asian" label.

Why We Built Helixline

South Asia is home to the most genetically diverse population on Earth - 4,500+ endogamous communities, each with distinct genetic signatures shaped over millennia. Yet global DNA tests treat this incredible diversity as a single bucket.

Helixline was born from frustration and a vision: to build a platform that truly understands Indian genetics, powered by South Asian-first reference data, and kept 100% within India.

Helixline identifies genetic similarity patterns based on population history. We do not identify or label caste, religion, or social identity.

4,500+ Community Clusters
75+ Indian Regions
Up to 10x Finer Regional Resolution
100% Data in India

Built by a Dedicated Team

Engineers and Bioinformatics Professionals Passionate About Precision Genetics

Helixline is the result of collaborative expertise from leading bioinformatics scientists, genomics researchers, and software engineers united by a single vision: to bring world-class genetic precision to India.

Our multidisciplinary team combines decades of experience in population genetics, ancient DNA analysis, machine learning, and software engineering. We work tirelessly to advance the boundaries of South Asian genetic understanding while maintaining the highest standards of data security and scientific rigor.

Research Expertise

Specialists in South Asian population genetics and ancient DNA with peer-reviewed publications

Engineering Excellence

Full-stack engineers building robust, scalable systems for genomic analysis

Data Science

Machine learning researchers optimizing algorithms for precision ancestry analysis

Security & Privacy

Cybersecurity experts ensuring your genetic data remains completely protected

Our Mission

We believe that every Indian deserves access to genomic precision that truly reflects the incredible diversity of South Asia. Our team is committed to breaking free from the limitations of global ancestry tests and building the most sophisticated, accurate, and secure DNA platform for the Indian population.

Innovation in Genomics. Built in India. For India.

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Our Values

Data Sovereignty

Your genetic data stays 100% within India. We never share with overseas servers, employers, or insurance companies.

Scientific Rigor

Every algorithm is developed using peer-reviewed population genetics research and continuously validated against reference datasets specific to South Asian diversity.

Community First

Built for Indians, by Indians. We understand the nuances of endogamous communities that global tests miss entirely.

Your Data, Your Control

We take your genetic privacy seriously with enterprise-grade security

AES-256 Encryption
Bank-level encryption for all genetic data at rest and in transit
Data Stays in India
All servers and data processing remain 100% within Indian borders
ISO 27001 Certified
International standard for information security management
Delete Anytime
Full control to download or permanently delete your data

Lab Partner Certifications

Your samples are processed by certified partner laboratories that meet the highest international standards for medical testing and data security.

Certifications apply to our partner laboratories and data security infrastructure, where applicable.

ISO 15189:2022

Medical laboratory accreditation ensuring quality and competence in clinical testing, sample handling, and result accuracy.

ISO 27001:2022

International information security management standard protecting your genetic data with enterprise-grade encryption and access controls.

NABL Accredited

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (India) certification for quality assurance in laboratory testing.

CAP-Aligned Standards

Partner laboratories follow CAP-aligned best practices for quality and consistency in genetic analysis.

DPDP Act Compliant

Fully compliant with India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 for lawful processing, consent management, and data rights.

GLP Certified

Good Laboratory Practice certification ensuring proper documentation, quality systems, and standardized procedures in all testing workflows.

Real Discoveries, Real Stories

See how Helixline has helped Indians uncover their ancestral roots

"My family always said we were from Gujarat, but Helixline revealed a significant Rajasthani connection. When I asked my grandmother, she remembered her great-grandmother was indeed from Udaipur! It unlocked stories we had forgotten."

Discovery
Found 32% Rajasthani ancestry, confirmed through family oral history
PD
Priya D.
Mumbai, Maharashtra

"23andMe just showed '100% South Asian' - useless for understanding my heritage. Helixline broke it down to Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and even identified my community cluster. Finally, a test that understands Indian diversity!"

Result
State-level breakdown: 58% Tamil Nadu, 24% Kerala, 18% Karnataka
SK
Sai Kayal
Chennai, Tamil Nadu

"Through DNA matching, I connected with a distant cousin in the UK whose grandparents left during Partition. We've now reconstructed four generations of family history that was lost. Priceless."

Connection
Matched with 3rd cousin, reunited family branches separated since 1947
AK
Amrita K.
Delhi NCR

"As a Hyderabadi Muslim, I was curious about my ancestry. Helixline showed a beautiful mix - local Deccani roots with traces of Mughal-era migrations. My haplogroup traced back to Central Asia, matching our family legends."

Heritage
Y-DNA haplogroup R1a confirmed Central Asian paternal lineage
MA
Musheer Ahmed
Hyderabad, Telangana

Individual results may vary. Genetic insights reflect probability, not certainty.

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