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Using MyHeritage DNA to Determine Immigrant Origins

Melanie McComb
Aug 13, 2024
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Introduction
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MyHeritage Genetic Groups
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Ethnicity Estimates
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DNA Matches
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Case Studies
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DNA Tools on MyHeritage
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Chromosome Browser
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Questions / answers
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About this webinar

This class will briefly explain the different types of DNA (autosomal, Y-DNA and mtDNA) and provide helpful tips for analyzing your DNA matches to identify your strongest matches to help you go back to your immigrant ancestor. A few examples of using this approach will be shown through mini case studies.

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About the speakers

Melanie McComb
Melanie McComb is a Senior Genealogist at American Ancestors. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the State University of New York at Oswego. She is an international lecturer who teaches on various topics including colonial through twentie
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    Maria Capaldi
    3 weeks ago

    Melanie is great at explaining DNA in a relatable way.

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    Sandy Murray
    3 weeks ago

    NIcely organized. Good examples and illustrations.

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    Janet Medina
    3 weeks ago

    Excellent information. Worth rewatching.

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    Carolee Crabb
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    Very interesting and helpful.

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    Diane Burkeen
    3 weeks ago

    Great (fast paced) overview of using MyHeritage to research immigrant ancestor origins. Would love in-depth webinar on using MyHeritage DNA tools Chromosome Browser.

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    John Hicks
    3 weeks ago

    Nice webinar today

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    Phyllis Ericson
    3 weeks ago

    I loved the case study examples, esp the Irish one.

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    Lori Hammell
    3 weeks ago

    Lots of good information.

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