by Jayne Ekins | Jun 7, 2022 | Working with DNA matches
Your siblings’ DNA tests can help your family history–even if you have already tested! Here’s what you can do with the combined power of your brothers’ and sisters’ DNA test results. How many DNA tests does one family need? Does a genetic... 
by Jayne Ekins | Mar 3, 2022 | Genetic genealogy tools
What was the Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation? It made DNA history by starting a pioneering genetic genealogy database. The SMGF is also part of OUR history. Enjoy these memories and pictures from the exciting, early days of using DNA to explore family history!... 
by Jayne Ekins | Dec 30, 2021 | DNA testing for beginners
Can a DNA test be wrong? Usually not, and very rarely yes. Here we bust 3 common misconceptions about why you may think your Ancestry, 23andMe, MyHeritage, Family Tree DNA or Living DNA results are wrong. And, if you have unexpected results, what to do next. Faced... 
by Jayne Ekins | Nov 10, 2021 | Y-DNA
Y-DNA haplogroup E, with subgroups E1b1b and E1b1a, is the most common Y-chromosome haplogroup in Africa. Explore its deep origins, variant names (E-M2, E-M215, and E-V58), global spread to Europe and the Americas, and and consider the best YDNA test for African... 
by Jayne Ekins | Oct 13, 2021 | Y-DNA
Y-chromosome haplogroup J, and its subgroups J1 and J2, are connected with origins in the Arabian Peninsula, Southern Europe and North Africa, and among many men of Ashkenazi Jewish, Arab Bedouin, Uygur and Uzbek origin. Explore J haplogroup maps and history here. If...
