Library EventIntegrating Deep & Shallow Genealogical DNA Tests

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Tuesday, August 27, 2019 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm

08/27/2019 6:00pm 08/27/2019 7:30pm Integrating Deep & Shallow Genealogical DNA Tests The most commonly used DNA tests for genealogical purposes (AncestryDNA, 23andMe, MyHeritage, etc.) work most effectively matching 3rd cousin and closer relatives. This program will focus on a strategy that integrates between these shallow tests within a genealogy and tests of deep genealogical relationships using mtDNA or Y chromosome. Genealogical questions that stimulate a need for these specialized DNA tests will be presented along with an approach that leverages connections with DNA matches to identify appropriate individuals for further testing. The DNA Interest Group is designed to bring together individuals in the Iowa City area interested in learning about the use and interpretation of commercial DNA test results. Meetings will address a variety of different topical areas, including applications in genealogy, inferences of traits, exploration of human genetic variation, and the societal impact of these services. Meetings will also include group discussions, and are free and open to the public. If this topic interests you, join us! For more information, contact Bryant McAllister at bryant-mcallister@uiowa.edu and follow the group on Facebook: DNA Interest Group - Iowa City. Iowa City Public Library Iowa City Public Library America/Chicago public

Meeting Room A

The most commonly used DNA tests for genealogical purposes (AncestryDNA, 23andMe, MyHeritage, etc.) work most effectively matching 3rd cousin and closer relatives. This program will focus on a strategy that integrates between these shallow tests within a genealogy and tests of deep genealogical relationships using mtDNA or Y chromosome. Genealogical questions that stimulate a need for these specialized DNA tests will be presented along with an approach that leverages connections with DNA matches to identify appropriate individuals for further testing.

The DNA Interest Group is designed to bring together individuals in the Iowa City area interested in learning about the use and interpretation of commercial DNA test results. Meetings will address a variety of different topical areas, including applications in genealogy, inferences of traits, exploration of human genetic variation, and the societal impact of these services. Meetings will also include group discussions, and are free and open to the public. If this topic interests you, join us!
For more information, contact Bryant McAllister at bryant-mcallister@uiowa.edu and follow the group on Facebook: DNA Interest Group - Iowa City.

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact the Library.

This event is open to the public.

Cosponsor

Cosponsor Organization: University of Iowa Biology Department

Cosponsor Name: Bryant McAllister

Cosponsor Phone: 319-335-2604