The document discusses direct-to-consumer genetic testing services. It lists over 30 companies that offer such DNA tests covering ancestry, ethnicity, health, and other areas. The four largest companies - Family Tree DNA, 23andMe, Ancestry, and National Geographic - are highlighted. Business models for consumer genetic services are reviewed. Tools for self-analysis of DNA data like Promethease and SNPedia are presented. Research on the ethics of these direct-to-consumer tests is cited, and some ethical questions raised are ownership of genetic data, privacy, and informed consent.
The document discusses recent findings in ancient DNA research. It summarizes a 2014 Nature article that analyzed ancient human genomes from present-day Europeans and suggested three ancestral populations. It also lists 27 other relevant published ancient DNA studies from the past few years. Key criteria for evaluating the reliability of ancient DNA analyses are discussed, such as the journal and researchers involved, sample handling, contamination controls, and consistency of results.
Marja Pirttivaara gave a presentation on bridging social media and DNA at the Family Tree DNA 9th Genetic Genealogy Conference in Houston on November 10, 2013. She discussed how Finns have a strong presence in DNA due to Finland's unique population structure, migration history, and world-class genetic research. She also outlined how Finns actively use social media like Facebook, forums, blogs and Twitter for genetic genealogy networking, and provided tips on privacy, intellectual property and integrating social media platforms.
The document discusses direct-to-consumer genetic testing services. It lists over 30 companies that offer such DNA tests covering ancestry, ethnicity, health, and other areas. The four largest companies - Family Tree DNA, 23andMe, Ancestry, and National Geographic - are highlighted. Business models for consumer genetic services are reviewed. Tools for self-analysis of DNA data like Promethease and SNPedia are presented. Research on the ethics of these direct-to-consumer tests is cited, and some ethical questions raised are ownership of genetic data, privacy, and informed consent.
The document discusses recent findings in ancient DNA research. It summarizes a 2014 Nature article that analyzed ancient human genomes from present-day Europeans and suggested three ancestral populations. It also lists 27 other relevant published ancient DNA studies from the past few years. Key criteria for evaluating the reliability of ancient DNA analyses are discussed, such as the journal and researchers involved, sample handling, contamination controls, and consistency of results.
Marja Pirttivaara gave a presentation on bridging social media and DNA at the Family Tree DNA 9th Genetic Genealogy Conference in Houston on November 10, 2013. She discussed how Finns have a strong presence in DNA due to Finland's unique population structure, migration history, and world-class genetic research. She also outlined how Finns actively use social media like Facebook, forums, blogs and Twitter for genetic genealogy networking, and provided tips on privacy, intellectual property and integrating social media platforms.
This document summarizes the results of a genetic genealogy study of the Zitting surname. It finds that:
1) The Zitting males in the study belong to the R1a Y-DNA haplogroup, and more specifically the R1a1a1b1a2a subgroup, as predicted by an expert.
2) Americans with the Zitting surname also belong to the R1a haplogroup, with defining SNPs of M198 and M17.
3) The distribution of the rare R1a1a1b1a2a subgroup is examined, finding matches in other populations.
4) Autosomal DNA results for one individual are shown as an
This document discusses genetic genealogy and DNA testing. It begins with definitions of genetic genealogy and traditional genealogy research. It then provides details on human genetics such as the number of chromosomes, genes, and single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs). The document lists some major DNA testing companies and notes that the consumer genomics market is growing rapidly. It discusses factors to consider when choosing a DNA testing company. The remainder provides information on genetic genealogy projects and the Gene by Gene laboratory.