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November 6, 2009

The Quest to Find the Sports Gene

Eric Young & Ron Leuty, Portfolio

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Jim Kovach has spent years seeking the secrets of aging as president of Marin County’s Buck Institute for Age Research.

Now he’s helped start a new Oakland, California, company with a different quest: Finding the sports gene.

Kovach, a pro linebacker before he was a scientist, has teamed up with a leading Duke University genetic researcher and two other NFL veterans, including venture capitalist Alex Bernstein, to found Athleticode. The Oakland startup’s aim: Study athletes’ DNA so players can improve performance and avoid injury.

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TAGGED: Athleticode, ncaa football, sports gene, NFL

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