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DNA Testing: What the Different Types Can Tell You
There are three different types of DNA testing that are used in genealogical research. Each one tells you something different. Here's what each will tell you.
DNA Health Research: A Closer Look at DNA Research #4
DNA testing for health purposes is extremely popular right now. Many people test their DNA JUST to get health information, and not for genealogical purposes at all, although the health information...
Autosomal DNA: A Closer Look at DNA Research #3
Autosomal DNA is a different type of DNA research you might want to consider. In fact, it is the most common and popular type of DNA testing done for genealogical purposes today. This is what...
mtDNA: A Closer Look at DNA Research #2
The female-line DNA is called mtDNA, and it is one type of DNA that you can choose to be tested to find out more about the female line of your family. Women give a copy of their mtDNA to both their...
Y-DNA: A Closer Look at DNA Research #1
If you are interested in doing DNA research, there are several different types you can have done. This article discusses Y-DNA, which allows you to follow your direct male-line ancestors back into...
Y-DNA and the Enigma of Richard III
Did Richard III have a real, genetic claim to the throne of England? Testing on his Y-DNA calls it into question. Researchers are still studying it.
Meningioma and DNA Heredity
Meningiomas are usually benign tumors of the lining of the brain and spinal cord. While they are typically asymptomatic, they can cause symptoms and be dangerous in certain cases. New DNA research is...
What is Autosomal DNA?
Have you considered doing an autosomal DNA test to add to and improve the accuracy of your family tree? Have you even heard of autosomal DNA? It is the most common type of publicly available DNA test...
Y-DNA and mtDNA, and How They Can Help You Trace Your Ancestors
Using Y-DNA and mtDNA are two important ways you can add to your family tree and improve its accuracy. Both can be used to find missing relatives and to confirm biological relationships. Here is what...
How to Handle the Emotional Response from Genealogy DNA Testing
DNA testing is an exciting thing. You can find out so much about yourself and your heritage by having it done. But, you can also find out information that can be disconcerting, or even upsetting...
How to Communicate with Your DNA Matches the Proper Way
Have you tried sending introductory emails to your DNA matches on DNA testing sites and gotten a poor response rate? You're not alone. It's all too common in the DNA world. Here are some excellent...
Not Getting Enough Responses to Your DNA Match Requests? Here’s How to Get More
Are you interested in researching your genealogy using DNA? If you are on a DNA database and are having trouble getting your matches to respond to you, it can be frustrating. Here are some effective...
What You Need to Know About DNA Testing and Privacy
Have you heard any news stories that have made you concerned about DNA testing and your privacy? It’s been in the news recently. If you are concerned about a test you did, or about doing it at some...
DNA: The Future of Unlocking Your True Family History
Are you interested in building a highly accurate family tree? Have you considered getting your DNA tested? If not, you really should. There are so many places to have it done, and each has its unique...
3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Getting DNA Testing for Genealogy
Are you considering getting your DNA tested? It is more affordable and accessible to more people than ever before. Even those who are not genealogists are doing it. Before you test, ask yourself...
Mystery Ancestor? How to Discover Their Origins Using Documents and DNA
Do you have a mystery ancestor with DNA research? If you believe you don't have any more ways to research this person, you're wrong. Here's what you can do to discover the truth about their...
Finding Family: My Search for Roots and the Secrets in My DNA
Genealogy Book Club Recommendation: Finding Family: My Search for Roots and the Secrets in My DNA is Richard Hill's true and intensely personal story of how he pieced together the long-kept secret of...
What’s the Deal With DNA? Using DNA to Trace Your Family History
Have you considered using DNA to help trace your family tree? If not, you should. DNA can unlock long standing genealogical mysteries. Here's how it works.
DNA Research: Nigerian? Scandinavian? What are you?
AncestryDNA can estimate your origins to 26 ethnic regions, 9 in Africa alone—more than anyone else. And we've got Europe covered 9 ways. AncestryDNA provides richer connections to people, places...
Ancestral Findings Giveaway
By signing up, you will have the chance to receive ten postcards from my collection. These postcards come from various locations worldwide, showcasing famous landmarks and hidden gems. They offer a...
1848-1864 Index to Griffith’s Valuation of Ireland
This resource is an index to one of Ireland's premier genealogical resources, Griffith's Valuation. It references more than one million individuals who owned property in Ireland between 1848 and 1864...
Kissing Cousins
Let's explore a topic that's as fascinating as it is complex: kissing cousins. The phrase might conjure images of old-world aristocracy or forgotten rural traditions, but as we'll discover, its...
Good Genealogy Days
Experience the thrill of genealogy breakthroughs and discover the extraordinary lives of your ancestors. Let's talk about the good genealogy days.
Why is Doing Irish Genealogy so Challenging, and What Can You Do about It?
Irish ancestry isn't always the easiest to explore, but there are ways around the typical brick walls. Here are some tips for getting the info you need on your Irish ancestors.