Advancing Innovation Through Collaborative Science

TruDiscovery Grant

Supporting researchers with funding and resources to accelerate breakthroughs in epigenetics, drive scientific discovery, and transform the future of personalized medicine.

Funding Innovation

We are dedicated to ensuring resources are allocated to projects with the greatest potential for real-world impact.

Transformative Funding

Selected applicants will receive $400,000 in funding to bring their project to life, empowering groundbreaking advancements in the field.

A Reward for Your Network

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Shape the Future

This is more than funding; it’s an opportunity to drive impact, accelerate progress, and be part of a transformative movement.

Important Deadlines

Intro Webinar
March 12th, 2025
Submission Deadline
April 5th, 2025
Review Period
April 5th - May 3rd, 2025
Award Announcement
May 4th, 2025
Intro Webinar
March 12th, 2025
Submission Deadline
April 5th, 2025
Review Period
April 5th - May 3rd, 2025
Award Announcement
May 4th, 2025

TruDiscovery Grant

Our flagship initiative, the TruDiscovery Grant, provides funding and resources to support high-potential research projects. We seek to empower scientists, startups, and academic institutions tackling the most pressing challenges in healthcare, biotech, and emerging technologies as it relates to the field of Epigenetics. 

Key Benefits:
Access to funding for early-stage and translational research
Mentorship and collaboration with industry leaders
Opportunities for commercialization and scaling innovations
Access to funding for eThis grant award includes allocations to cover indirect costs, ensuring research sustainability despite NIH funding cuts.arly-stage and translational research

Who Should Apply?

We welcome applications from researchers, startups, biotech firms, and academic institutions with bold, disruptive ideas. Our programs are designed to support those pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery and technological advancement.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, applicants must:

Develop an algorithmic tool or intellectual property (IP) utilizing DNA methylation
Agree to license the tool upon completion
Examples of IP Types

Our past collaborations have resulted in groundbreaking
advancements, including:

Who We Are

At TruDiagnostic, we are dedicated to accelerating innovation through strategic partnerships and pioneering research initiatives. As a leading epigenetic testing company and CLIA processing lab, we specialize in aging algorithms and DNAm biomarker identification. Since our inception in 2020, we have diligently constructed one of the most extensive private methylation databases globally, boasting over 100,000 patients tested. Our mission is to bridge the gap between groundbreaking discoveries and real-world applications, fostering a global network of scientists, entrepreneurs, and institutions committed to transforming healthcare and biotechnology.

Ryan Smith
Co-founder & Director of Research
Lena Wallace
Global Sales Executive
Varun Dwaraka, PhD
Director of Bioinformatics
Natàlia Carreras, PhD
Associate Director of Bioinformatics
Laura Balagué Dobón, PhD
Bioinformatics Scientist
Ilinca Giosan, PhD
Bioinformatics Scientist
Sayf Al-Deen Hassouneh, PhD
Bioinformatics Scientist

Ongoing Collaborations

At TruDiagnostic, we’re advancing research to better understand aging through innovative DNA methylation studies and epigenetic analysis. Our collaborations focus on how lifestyle choices, such as diet and exercise, affect aging, and we are developing biomarkers for more precise age-related health interventions. We are proud to be part of this cutting-edge work, contributing to breakthroughs that have the potential to improve health outcomes across the globe.

For more information, check out our research page here.

How TruDiagnostic’s Data Can Help

Access to our internal cohort of over 50,000+ patients to be used for validation or training of your datasets is available upon request. Please see details regarding our dataset below:

  • Multi-Omic

  • Interventional Data

  • Wearable Data

  • Lifestyle data

  • Medications Used Data

  • +4,500 longitudinal participants

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Application Requirements

Organization Information

Applicants will provide: Organization Name & Contact Information, Project Title & Summary, Biosketch.

Statement of Need

Clearly define why your project is essential, including problem statements, relevance and supporting data.

Project Description & Goals

Detail your vision and execution strategy: Objectives, Metrics for Success, Reporting Plan, Activities & Methods, Timeline, and Innovation/Impact statement. 

Budget & Financial Information

Break down your financial plan: Budget Overview, Other Funding Sources, Sustainability Plan

Organizational Background

Tell us about your experience and credibility: History of the Organization, Leadership & Team, Past Grants or Success Stories – Examples of managing similar funding

Letters of Support (If Applicable)
  • Endorsements – Letters from stakeholders, industry experts, or key partners

  • Community or Partner Commitment – Proof of collaboration or co-funding

Questions?
Contact Us!

Lena Wallace
Scientific Collaborations Lead
lena.wallace@trudiagnostic.com