The title of the Gizmodo article “How DNA Testing Botched My Family’s Heritage and Probably Yours, Too”, screams out to DNA test takers: Danger Will Robinson! Oh, wait, that was something else. Still, the word botched implies that they’ve screwed up your results, but have they really? And, they aren’t the only one. Articles about…
Category: DNA Research
Getting Closer to Identifying My DNA Cousins on Chromosome 21
I’ve been fortunate to make a 3rd cousin connection on my Jones/Kelly line who I share quite a bit of DNA with. This cousin helps me divide my DNA matches into my maternal maternal column. Even still, it’s been difficult making sense of how I relate to my other matches. I have a small group…
How to Find DNA Cousins on GEDMatch with GEDCOM Search
Did you know that many cousins don’t share enough measurable DNA to get caught in DNA application filters? By using the GEDCOM search at GEDMatch.com you can find people who have your relatives in their family tree even if you only share small amounts of DNA. Some Cousins Don’t Share Much DNA DNA sharing takes…
Research Your Family Tree Forward to Work Out DNA Matches
I have many DNA matches on FTDNA and GEDMatch and I’ve researched collateral lines. Yet, I struggle to figure out how we my DNA matches are related to me. Knowing we’re related is only the beginning. Figuring out how is the hard part. I’ve spent considerable time going backwards with my research. I’m bringing my…
Fun with GEDMatch Chromosome Mapping
Have you uploaded your raw DNA files to GEDMatch.com? If not, you should consider it. Not only is there the possibility of connecting with new cousins who tested with different DNA companies, there are some nifty tools not available anywhere else. There are a variety of chromosome mapping tools that allow you to analyze your…