Advanced Topics in DNA 2 of 5: Digging Deep into the Science of Autosomal DNA

Y-DNA evidence is incredibly powerful. Learn the ins and outs, pros and cons, of advanced Y-DNA testing (the FTDNA Big Y700 test) and how to utilize Y-STR and Y-SNP test results for genealogical evidence.

Learn techniques for advanced relationship analysis using shared cM amounts for two or more DNA test-takers. Includes an introduction to relationship analysis tools such as What are the Odds (WATO) and more. Take relationship analysis to the next level!

Master shared matching, clustering, and organization of your many DNA matches! We will examine both manual clustering and clustering tools from several different sources. Help prune your results to find the hidden treasures!

Advanced Ethnicity and Traits – Delve into how genetic testing reveals insights into our traits and predispositions beyond ancestry. This lecture will explore how specific genetic markers can indicate tendencies like athletic ability, caffeine metabolism, and risk-taking behavior. We will also dive into the science behind AncestryDNA’s Genetic Communities (and groups at 23andMe and MyHeritage) and how they differ from traditional ethnicity analyses.