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Project 8: DNA


Goal 1: Basic Genetics and Research



Goal 1: Learn about basic genetics and DNA research. Vault


DNA testing can provide you with some interesting and unexpected clues about your ancestry and ethnicity.


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(See the Part 2 video in Goal 2.)


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A Get an introduction to genetics for family history.


Summary
  1. Learn about the basics of DNA and the benefits of DNA testing.

    FS—DNA testing: What is it, and how can you benefit from it?

  2. Read this article for an overview of genetics and genealogy.

    FS: Genetic Genealogy: An Introduction to DNA

  3. Learn the basics of chromosomes and inheritance on the Learn Genetics site at the Univ. of Utah. There is a series of helpful animations and videos on the site.

B Learn the basics of DNA research for family history.


Summary
  1. Explore lessons in the Beginner's Guide to Genetic Genealogy.
  2. Learn about the emotional side of DNA testing and results.

    RT—Healing and Family History: The Emotional Side of DNA

  3. Explore the AccessGenealogy.com site for an introduction to DNA research.
  4. Glossary: Explore these glossaries and of DNA terms.

    A Genetic Genealogy Glossary - 2017
    ISOGG Genetics Glossary

  5. Learn about tracing ancestors in the 1700s with DNA test results.

    RT—Tracing Ancestral Lines in the 1700s Using DNA, Part 1—20:06 - 2021   


    RT—Tracing Ancestral Lines in the 1700s Using DNA, Part 2—38:18 - 2021


  6. Here's an example of using the free Airtable tool to create detailed logs and notes for DNA research.


CLearn more about DNA research.


Summary
  1. Learn how to find ancestors and unknown relatives through DNA research.

    RT—Finding Ancestors through DNA—10:46 - 2021


    FS—Using DNA to Find Unknown Parents—15:20 - 2021


  2. Learn how to integrate DNA results into your family tree.

    BYU—Integrating DNA Results into Your Own Family Tree—51:58 - 2021


  3. Watch these videos for an insider's look at the research process.

    AAC—DNA 101: An Insider's Scoop—52:43 (video series)

  4. Learn how to break through research brick walls with DNA research.

    RT—DNA Brick Walls—17:43 - 2021   


  5. Learn about molecular genealogy in this video series.

    Introduction to Molecular Genealogy

  6. Explore the ISOGG (International Society of Genetic Genealogists) website for help resources.
  7. Results: For more information on using DNA results for family history, see these YouTube videos.