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Current Genealogy Practice

Explore genealogy objectives, tools, and services in this updated guide. Learn the importance of pedigree charts, family info, and the role of DNA tests in tracing ancestry. Discover recommended computer programs, online services, and DNA testing companies for comprehensive genealogical research. Uncover the three types of DNA tests - Y Chromosome, Mitochondrial, and Autosomal - and how they can help identify common ancestors and ethnicities. Gain insights into the benefits of DNA testing and the risks of genetic discrimination. Find out about DNA testing experiences, common ancestor identification, and the latest offerings from MyHeritage. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced genealogist, this guide provides valuable information to enhance your family research.

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Current Genealogy Practice

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  1. Current Genealogy Practice - Computer Tools & DNA Tests Updated 20 Nov, 2016 R.E. (Bob) Butler rebutler@storm.ca

  2. Computer Tools for Genealogy • Genealogy Objectives • On line Services & Sources • PC Programs • Recommendations

  3. Genealogy Objectives - Pedigree (Ancestor) Chart

  4. Genealogy Objectives - Individual & Family Info

  5. Genealogy Objectives • Build Family Tree • Where did I come from? • Who are my cousins? • Legacy for your children. • Publish • Record your family’s accomplishments. • Help other researchers. • Contact Distant Relatives • Shared information • Travel Interest • Cost

  6. Family Tree Location - On PC or On-line ?

  7. On-Line Genealogy Serviceshttp://genealogy-search-review.toptenreviews.com/ Oct 2016http://www.exploringlifesmysteries.com/myheritage-vs-ancestry-vs-findmypast/

  8. PC Genealogy Programs - Oct 2016http://www.toptenreviews.com/software/home/best-genealogy-software/

  9. Recommended Computer Tools & Services. • Low Cost Starter – PC program, free Internet sources • Never on-line: Legacy • Some day on-line: Family Tree Maker or Roots Magic • Mid Cost Starter – Ancestry, no PC Program • Local Ancestry Subscription & Free Internet • Most Capable – Both PC & Ancestry - Synchronized • Family Tree Maker or Roots Magic & • Ancestry World Wide Subscription, & Free Internet. (Roots Magic only if synchronizing with Ancestry)

  10. DNA Tests for Genealogy- now routine • DNA Basics • DNA Ancestor Chart • 3 Types of DNA Tests • Autosomal DNA Tests • Personal Experience

  11. Human Cell DNANuclear and Mitochondrial

  12. Chomosomes and Base Pairs Double Helix with Bases A,T,C,G

  13. Chromosomes, Base Pairs, Genes & SNPs

  14. Sample Raw DNA Data960,000 rows of data = 0.31 % of genome # This data file generated by 23andMe at: Sat Jun 29 13:46:20 2013 # Each line corresponds to a single SNP. For each SNP, we provide its identifier # (an rsid or an internal id), its location on the reference human genome, and the # genotype call oriented with respect to the plus strand on the human reference sequence. # # rsid chromosome position genotype rs4477212 1 82154 AA rs3094315 1 752566 AG rs3131972 1 752721 AG Rs12124819 1 776546 AG Rs11240777 1 798959 AG rs6681049 1 800007 CC rs4970383 1 838555 AC …. Total of 960,000 rows of data !

  15. DNA Ancestor Chart

  16. 3 Types of DNA Tests • Y Chromosome Test • Men from fathers - Single Name Studies • Most extensive test - perfect match - kinship 5 generations or more • Mitochondrial DNA Test • Everyone from mothers - Maternal Groups • Most extensive test - perfect match – kinship 22 generations or more • Autosomal DNA Test – All chromosomes • Everyone from all ancestors - Kinship 1 to 5 generations • Possible to identify common ancestors in family tree

  17. Autosomal Ethnicity Report- 23andMe

  18. Autosomal DNA Match - FamilyTreeDNA

  19. Autosomal DNA % Match vs Kinship

  20. Autosomal DNA Testing Companies http://isogg.org/wiki/Autosomal_DNA_testing_comparison_chart Aug 2016 GEDmatch – can look for matches from all 3 MyHeritage – offering tests as of Nov, 2016/

  21. Genetic Discrimination RiskProposed Canadian Federal Act S-201 • Genetic Non-Discrimination Act • Prohibits any person from requiring an individual to undergo a genetic test or disclose the results of a genetic test as a condition of providing goods or services to, or entering into a contract with, the individual. • Opposed by Insurance Companies • Insurers should know what clients know • Constitutional Problem • Health matters are provincial

  22. DNA Testing Experience 1 • 23&Me • Good health reports • Lots of matches • Majority of matches anonymous or unresponsive. • After 3 years, identified 1 set of common ancestors • Not tested DNA data upload to MyHeritage • GEDmatch • First 50 matches: 33 from Ancestry, 9 from 23&Me, 8 Family Tree DNA • Direct emails, majority responsive • After 1 month, identified 3 sets of common ancestors

  23. DNA Testing Experience 2 • Ancestry • Automatically compare family trees of matches • Hint system includes common ancestors • After 1 month, identified 11 sets of common ancestors after 4 months, 16 sets • Family Tree DNA • Uploaded raw DNA data from another test - fee to view matches. • Family Finder matches =Autosomal matches • Match assessment can include Autosomal, Y & mt DNA • Common Ancestor Identification: better than 23&Me, not as good as Ancestry

  24. DNA Testing Experience 3

  25. Presentation Summary • Genealogy Objectives • Public or Private, Internet or PC • On line Services & Sources • Full Service or Low Cost • PC Programs • Synchronized with On-Line Services • DNA Tests for Genealogy • Autosomal tests to search for common ancestors • Health (23&Me), Ancestor Hints (Ancestry), DNA Analysis (FT DNA) • New offering from MyHeritage under review.

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