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==DNA Day!==
==Welcome to DNA Day!==
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DNA_Day National DNA Day] is Sunday, April 25, 2021. Come celebrate with [https://www.familysearch.org FamilySearch] and the [https://www.familysearch.org/family-history-library Family History Library] on Monday, April 26, 2021. The Library will be sponsoring six DNA related classes. Classes will be taught via Zoom and broadcast live to [https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/expohall/dna-basics-learning-center RootsTech.org]. Additional, DNA classes and resources will also be highlighted.
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DNA_Day National DNA Day] is Tuesday, April 25, 2024. Come celebrate with the [https://www.familysearch.org/en/library/ FamilySearch Library] and [https://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech/events/dna-day-2023 RootsTech]. The Library, in partnership with RootsTech, is sponsoring seven DNA related classes. Library classes will be taught via Zoom and broadcast live to [https://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech/events/dna-day-2023 RootsTech], [https://www.facebook.com/familyhistorylibrary Facebook] and [https://www.youtube.com/@familysearch YouTube]. Recordings of the classes will be available on [https://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech/events/dna-day-2023 RootsTech] following the event.


==DNA Day at the FHL==
==DNA Day at the FamilySearch Library==
Wondering about the hype surrounding DNA? Come learn about DNA, find out if taking a DNA test is right for you, which tests you can take, and how it might help you in your family history.<br>
Wondering about the hype surrounding DNA? Come learn about DNA, find out if taking a DNA test is right for you, which tests you can take, and how it might help you in your family history. Looking for more great family history content? Check out the [https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/FamilySearch_Library_Classes_and_Webinars upcoming classes and webinars] presented by the FamilySearch Library.<br>


===Schedule===
===Schedule===
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|Thurs, April 25 9:00 AM MDT
'''9:00am MDT'''<br>
|DNA Day
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|Using DNA to Find the Unknown Father in Sweden
'''''Why Genealogists Use DNA'''''<br>
|English
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|[https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/img_auth.php/4/43/Using_DNA_to_Find_the_Unknown_Father_in_Sweden.pdf Link]
Join us as we discuss the science behind DNA; how it recombines and is inherited and why a test might be helpful in answering some of your genealogy research questions.
|[https://churchofjesuschrist.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lj5myT88SiSZyNcYiNngPA Link to Register]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/expohall/dna-basics-learning-center RootsTech.org] <br> [https://www.facebook.com/familyhistorylibrary Facebook] <br> [https://www.youtube.com/c/familysearch/featured YouTube]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/User:MorrisGF Geoffrey Fröberg Morris, AG®]
|[[DNA Day at the Family History Library#Why Genealogists Use DNA|See Below]]
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|Thurs, April 25 10:00 AM MDT
'''9:45am MDT'''<br>
|DNA Day
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|DNA Basics: An Introduction to DNA and Genealogy
'''''How Genealogists Use DNA''''' <br>
|English
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|[https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/img_auth.php/5/54/An_Introduction_to_DNA_and_Genealogy.pdf Link]
This class will discuss the types of DNA tests used for genealogy, the companies that provide them, and which test will best help you with your DNA research problem.
|[https://churchofjesuschrist.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lj5myT88SiSZyNcYiNngPA Link to Register]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/expohall/dna-basics-learning-center RootsTech.org] <br> [https://www.facebook.com/familyhistorylibrary Facebook] <br> [https://www.youtube.com/c/familysearch/featured YouTube]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/User:TaylorBE Beth Taylor, CG®]
|[[DNA Day at the Family History Library#How Genealogists Use DNA|See Below]]
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|Thurs, April 25 11:15 AM MDT
'''10:30am MDT'''<br>
|DNA Day
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|How to Build Quick Trees
'''''Grouping DNA Matches'''''<br>
|English
|
|[https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/img_auth.php/b/b0/DNADay2024OrtizJalyseQuickTrees_JMR.pdf Link]
The process of clustering or grouping your DNA matches into genetic networks is an essential part of using DNA for genealogy research. This class will introduce the concept of clustering and walk you through the process of grouping your own DNA matches.
|[https://churchofjesuschrist.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lj5myT88SiSZyNcYiNngPA Link to Register]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/expohall/dna-basics-learning-center RootsTech.org] <br> [https://www.facebook.com/familyhistorylibrary Facebook] <br> [https://www.youtube.com/c/familysearch/featured YouTube]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/User:Jalyseortiz Jalyse Ortiz]
|[[DNA Day at the Family History Library#Grouping DNA Matches|See Below]]
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|-
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|Thurs, April 25 12:30 PM MDT
'''12:00pm MDT'''<br>
|DNA Day
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|Heaps of Clues: Navigating DNA to Uncover Your Mystery Match
'''''SPECIAL EVENT'''''<br>
|English
|
|n/a
Live Chat with Edgar Gomez and Jonny Perl of DNA Painter
|[https://churchofjesuschrist.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lj5myT88SiSZyNcYiNngPA Link to Register]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/expohall/dna-basics-learning-center RootsTech.org] <br> [https://www.facebook.com/familysearch Facebook] <br> [https://www.youtube.com/c/familysearch/featured YouTube]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/User:Savannah_w_larson Savannah Larson, AG®]
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|Thurs, April 25 1:30 PM MDT
'''1:00pm MDT'''<br>
|DNA Day
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|Using DNA to Determine Relationships  
'''''Using DNA to Determine Relationships'''''
|English
|
|[https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/img_auth.php/d/d6/Using_DNA_to_Determine_Relationships.pdf Link]
Your DNA matches are probably your relatives. But a DNA test only suggests a relationship exists. This class will walk you through the process of determining the common ancestor between you and a DNA match or among a cluster of DNA matches.
|[https://churchofjesuschrist.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lj5myT88SiSZyNcYiNngPA Link to Register]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/expohall/dna-basics-learning-center RootsTech.org] <br> [https://www.facebook.com/familyhistorylibrary Facebook] <br> [https://www.youtube.com/c/familysearch/featured YouTube]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/User:TaylorBE Beth Taylor, CG®]
|[[DNA Day at the Family History Library#Using DNA to Determine Relationships|See Below]]
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|-
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|Thurs, April 25 2:45 PM MDT
'''2:15pm MDT'''<br>
|DNA Day
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|DNA Genome Reconstruction
'''''Using DNA to Find Unknown Parents: A Case Study'''''
|English
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|[https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/img_auth.php/e/e2/Genome_Reconstruction_Handout.pdf Link]
Come see how DNA and traditional genealogical research were used to identify an unknown biological parent.
|[https://churchofjesuschrist.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lj5myT88SiSZyNcYiNngPA Link to Register]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/expohall/dna-basics-learning-center RootsTech.org] <br> [https://www.facebook.com/familyhistorylibrary Facebook] <br> [https://www.youtube.com/c/familysearch/featured YouTube]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/User:TannerBlairTolman Tanner Blair Tolman, AG®]
|[[DNA Day at the Family History Library#Using DNA to Find Unknown Parents: A Case Study|See Below]]
|-
|Thurs, April 25 3:30 PM MDT
|DNA Day
|Why Oh Why Do Your Y-DNA?
|English
|[https://familysearch.org/en/wiki/img_auth.php/0/08/Why_oh_Why_do_Your_Y-DNA-Handout_-_JMR.pdf Link]
|[https://churchofjesuschrist.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lj5myT88SiSZyNcYiNngPA Link to Register]
|[https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/User:TannerBlairTolman Tanner Blair Tolman, AG®]
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'''3:00pm MDT'''<br>
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'''''Using DNA to Solve a Brick Wall: A Case Study'''''
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Come see how DNA and traditional genealogical research were used to solve a brick wall research problem.
|[https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/expohall/dna-basics-learning-center RootsTech.org] <br> [https://www.facebook.com/familyhistorylibrary Facebook] <br> [https://www.youtube.com/c/familysearch/featured YouTube]
|[[DNA Day at the Family History Library#Using DNA to Solve a Brick Wall: A Case Study|See Below]]
|}
|}


==DNA Basics Learning Center==
==DNA Companies and Resources==
The [https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/expohall/dna-basics-learning-center DNA Basics Learning Center] was one of the sponsored booths at [https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/ RootsTech Connect 2021]. The DNA Basics Learning Center offered the following:
 
=====DNA Activities=====
 
*[https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/expohall/dna-basics-learning-center Jelly Genes]. See how your DNA is inherited randomly.
*[https://familysearchtraitstree.org/ Genetic Traits Tree]. See how some of the genetic traits you inherited are shared (or not shared) with others.
 
==DNA Day Class Resources==
''Understanding and using DNA in genealogy research sometimes require additional study. Key steps, process, and additional resources for each class are listed below.''
 
==''Why Genealogists Use DNA''==
Why do genealogist use DNA? Do you want to learn more? You may be curious how DNA can help you with your genealogical research. All by itself your DNA results are not helpful. DNA is helpful when it is compared to others DNA. The theory is that finding someone who shares an exact segment of DNA with you means you share a most recent common ancestor or MRCA. DNA alone won't tell you who the ancestor is but used along with your paper trail you just might be able to discover the answer. There are different types of DNA that help solve different genealogical problems.
 
•  Helps identify relationships
 
•  Connect with living relatives
 
•  Identify unknown parents
 
•  Helps break down brick walls
 
•  Connect with origins
 
===Additional Resources===
 
*[https://www.familysearch.org/home/dna-testing DNA Testing. What is it, and how can you benefit from it?]
*For ethics and privacy information visit [https://thegeneticgenealogist.com/The&#x20;Genetic&#x20;Genealogist The Genetic Genealogist]
 
==''How Genealogists Use DNA''==
There are currently five DNA testing companies who test both ethnicity and provide match lists: AncestryDNA, FamilyTreeDNA, 23andMe, MyHeritage DNA, and Living DNA. The match lists are essential to using DNA in family history research. A comparison chart is at the right and more information on these companies can be found [https://www.familysearch.org/dna-testing/test-options here].
[[File:DNA testing companies comparison chart.jpg|right|frameless|599x599px|DNA Testing Companies Comparison Chart]]
 
===Autosomal DNA (atDNA)===
Autosomal DNA or atDNA testing can help with the following research questions.
 
*Adoption and unknown parentage questions
*Eliminating one of two possible ancestors
*Finding up to about 3x great-grandparents


===Y-DNA===
* DNA testing companies:
Y-DNA testing can help with the following research questions.
** [https://www.familytreedna.com/ FamilyTreeDNA]
** [https://www.23andme.com/ 23andMe]
** [https://www.ancestry.com/dna AncestryDNA]
** [https://www.myheritage.com/dna MyHeritage]
** [https://livingdna.com/ LivingDNA]
* Other Resources:
** [https://dnapainter.com/tools/sharedcmv4 Shared cM Project]
** [https://dnapainter.com/tools/probability What Are the Odds]
** [https://geneticaffairs.com/ GeneticAffairs]
** [https://www.gedmatch.com/ GedMatch]
** [https://www.dnagedcom.com DNAGedcom]
* Learn more:
** FamilySearch.org - https://www.familysearch.org/dna-testing
** FamilySearch Research Wiki - [[DNA in Genealogy Research]].
** RootsTech 2023 DNA Classes - [https://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech/events/dna-day-2023 RootsTech page for DNA Day].
** International Society of Genetic Genealogy's Wiki - https://isogg.org/wiki/Wiki_Welcome_Page
* DNA Books:
** ''The Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing and Genetic Genealogy'' - find a local copy at [https://worldcat.org/title/1048445592 worldcat.org/title/1048445592]
** ''Genetic Genealogy in Practice'' - find a local copy at [https://worldcat.org/title/959825550 worldcat.org/title/959825550]
** ''Advanced Genetic Genealogy: Techniques and Case Studies'' - [https://worldcat.org/title/1096435190 worldcat.org/title/1096435190]
* Clustering:
** [https://support.ancestry.com/s/article/Grouping-and-Filtering-AncestryDNA-Matches?language=en_US AncestryDNA Color Coding]
** [https://blog.myheritage.com/2021/11/introducing-labels-for-dna-matches-on-myheritage/ MyHeritage Color Coding]
** [https://geneticaffairs.com/ GeneticAffairs]
** Leeds Method: check out https://www.danaleeds.com/the-leeds-method or https://www.yourdnaguide.com/leeds-method
** Click all checkboxes: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/click-all-checkboxes/fhlogpdbadmjfpndmaijnibflgnbnhof?hl=en-US
* DNA test family artifacts at https://www.totheletterdna.com/
* [[Hiring a DNA Testing Company]]


*An unknown father, grandfather, great-grandfather, etc.
== 2023 DNA Day Questions and Answers ==
*Surname projects
'''Q: Are these classes being recorded? Can I watch them again?'''


===Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA)===
A: Yes! These classes will be available on the FamilySearch Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/familysearchlibrary/videos/) and RootsTech.org (https://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech/events/dna-day-2023)
Mitochondrial DNA or mtDNA is most useful when used in conjunction with atDNA on the maternal line.


==''Grouping DNA Matches''==
'''Q: How do I get 1/1 help with my DNA research goal?'''


====='''The Clustering Process'''=====
A: Sign up for a 40-minute DNA virtual consultation at [https://www.familysearch.org/en/library/research-help www.familysearch.org/en/library/research-help]. If all the time slots are currently full, check back. Appointments are available two weeks in advance.
After taking a DNA test, most people have thousands of DNA matches. Clustering is the process of grouping DNA matches by the ancestor or ancestral line on which they appear to relate. Creating clusters will allow you to organize your matches and then focus on the matches that will help solve your research goal.  


To create a cluster, follow this process
'''Q: What DNA test should I start with?'''


#Choose a match with a known relationship
A: Start with a DNA test that best matches your research project and goal. YourDNAGuide as a great overview of the options at https://www.yourdnaguide.com/ydgblog/best-dna-tests-ancestry.
#View shared or in-common-with matches
#Create a cluster; name the cluster for the common ancestor
#Add matches shared between you and the known match to that cluster
#Repeat
#As you identify the relationship between you and each match, view shared matches and add to the appropriate cluster


====='''Clustering Tools and Resources'''=====
'''Q: How can I locate DNA Projects for surnames or haplogroups?'''
As you start clustering your matches, consider how some of the following tools and resources might help:


*'''Color Coding''': Ancestry DNA lets users assign Matches to groups which are identified by a name a color. Currently, users can create up to 24 different groups. Carefully plan how to use these groups to create clusters. One popular method is to assign a different color to each parent, grandparent, and great grandparent. As matches are identified as belonging to these ancestors (either by determining a relationship or through shared or in-common-with), they are added to the groups. Learn more about color coding [https://thednageek.com/quick-tip-color-code-your-matches-fast/ here] and [https://dna-explained.com/2019/04/18/using-ancestrys-new-match-grouping-dots-aka-mygroupdots/ here].
A: Search FamilyTreeDNA’s list of projects at https://www.familytreedna.com/group-project-search. You can also view a list of some surname projects at https://isogg.org/wiki/Surname_DNA_projects.
*'''AutoClusters''': Some websites will build clusters for you. AutoClusters are available from [https://blog.myheritage.com/2019/02/introducing-autoclusters-for-dna-matches/ MyHeritage], [https://geneticaffairs.com/features-autocluster.html Genetic Affairs], [https://www.gedmatch.com/login1.php GEDMatch], and [https://www.dnagedcom.com/ DNAGedcom]. Note that AutoClustering is usually a Tier 1 or subscription service.
*'''Leeds Method''': The Leeds Method is a method for clustering your matches by which grandparent you are related to. Learn more about the Leeds Method [https://www.danaleeds.com/the-leeds-method/ here] and [https://www.yourdnaguide.com/leeds-method here].
*'''Spreadsheets''': When working with DNA matches, it may be necessary to search for shared matches and then record a list of matches in each cluster on a spreadsheet. You may choose to create a new tab for each cluster or follow the Leeds Method. Spreadsheets are also great ways to build clusters of Matches across companies.


====='''Other Clustering Situations'''=====
'''Q: What is Neanderthal DNA?'''
As you start clustering, you may run into some of the following situations.


*'''Unknown Parents:''' When one or both parents are unknown, you cannot build clusters off of known relatives. However, clusters will help in the process of identifying those unknown parents. Start with the top match in the 1C-2C range. Build a cluster around shared matches. Repeat for all other members of the cluster. Then, take the first match not in the first cluster and build a cluster around them.
A: Learn more at https://customercare.23andme.com/hc/en-us/articles/212873707-Neanderthal-Ancestry-Report-Basics and https://humanorigins.si.edu/evidence/genetics/ancient-dna-and-neanderthals
*'''Endogamy, Pedigree Collapse, and Multiple Relationships'''. In cases of endogamy (a population which has been physically or socially isolated for hundreds of years), pedigree collapse (the same ancestors appear multiple times in the same tree) or when you are related in multiple ways to your matches, it can be difficult to create clearly defined clusters. Learn more about these kinds of situations and how to work with your DNA matches [https://blog.kittycooper.com/2017/02/endogamy-and-dna/ here], [https://www.yourdnaguide.com/ydgblog/2019/2/23/endogamy here], [https://www.yourdnaguide.com/ydgblog/2019/7/26/pedigree-collapse-and-genetic-relationships here], or [https://thednageek.com/the-endogamy-files-what-is-endogamy/ here].
*'''Matches in Multiple Clusters''': When matches unexpectedly appear in multiple clusters, it may be for a number of different reasons. First, the match may descend from a much closer ancestor but be several generations further removed. Second, the match may be related in more than one way. For example, a match can be related on both your father's side of the family and mother's side of the family. Third, the match may appear in one of the clusters because it is a false positive as the DNA company reports them as a shared match if they share DNA with both you and the match you are working with whether or not they are related on the same line.
*'''Isolating Matches.''' If you are researching an ancestor, you may want to focus just on matches related to that ancestor. This will be discussed more in later presentations.


=== Additional Resources ===
'''Q: What is the difference between XDNA and Mitochondrial DNA?'''


==''Using DNA to Determine Relationships''==
A: XDNA is part of the nuclear DNA and is inherited from both parents (if you are biologically female) and from your mother (if you are biologically male). Mitochondrial DNA is found in the mitochondria (outside the cell’s nucleus) and is inherited from your mother. Learn more about XDNA at https://isogg.org/wiki/X-chromosome. Learn more about mitochondrial DNA at https://isogg.org/wiki/Mitochondrial_DNA.
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'''Q: As a woman, how can yDNA testing help me with my genealogy research?'''


==''Using DNA to Find Unknown Parents: A Case Study''==
A: Check out this blog article from FamilyTreeDNA. https://blog.familytreedna.com/y-dna-testing-its-not-just-for-men/
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===Additional Resources===


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'''Q: What are haplogroups?'''


==''Using DNA to Solve a Brick Wall: A Case Study''==
A: A haplogroup is a group of single chromosomes, or single DNA strands, which share a common ancestor. They have the same mutation in all versions. Learn more at https://isogg.org/wiki/Haplogroup.
Some brick wall research problems can be solved using a combination of sound, genealogical research coupled with DNA testing. To do so, you will want to follow these steps. These steps assume that you have taken a DNA test and have built a family tree. The case study for this presentation was done entirely using Ancestry DNA matches, but you can apply the same principles using other DNA companies.


'''Identify and Isolate your Matches'''
'''Q: How can I transfer my DNA to other websites?'''


For those close matches, you may recognize their names or profiles. For other matches you will need to look at any tree information they have attached to their DNA profile. Do you recognize any of the names as being also found in your family tree? Or perhaps their ancestors lived in the same location as yours. Once you’ve identified how you are connected to a match, use the Shared Matches feature on Ancestry, to identify any other matches that share the same DNA. This process helps you to place all shared matches in one common cluster. Follow this procedure until you are able to isolate matches you are connected to along the brick wall line. See '''Grouping DNA Matches''' above for more ideas on how to identify and isolate your matches.
A: Your raw DNA can be downloaded from the DNA company you tested with and uploaded to MyHeritage, FamilyTreeDNA, and Living DNA. Learn more how to transfer your results at https://thednageek.com/how-to-transfer-your-ancestrydna-test-to-other-databases/ and https://www.yourdnaguide.com/transferring.


Depending on how far back the Brick Wall ancestor is you will want to make sure you isolate your match clusters to include only those who will share the same DNA. Those who connect to the children of the brick wall ancestor will also share the DNA of the spouse of the brick wall ancestor. Ideally you will want to identify matches who descend from possible siblings of the brick wall ancestor, and share the same parents.
'''Q: What are DNA Mutations and how do they occur?'''


'''Build Trees for your Matches'''
A: FamilyTreeDNA has a great explanation of DNA that includes information about mutations. https://www.familytreedna.com/understanding-dna.aspx


Next you will want to start building more fully the family trees of your identified and isolated matches. You can do that by using trees found online or by doing your own original research. These don’t have to be perfect at this point but rather provide a good basis for helping to craft a theory. It is most helpful to put all the matches in one shared tree and link the DNA match in your shared matches tree. As you start to unite these trees, you may see a pattern developing or a theory or two rise to the surface. Make notes regarding possible theories.
'''Q: Why don’t I have yDNA matches?'''


'''Craft a Theory'''
A: Check out some commonly answered questions about yDNA from FamilyTreeDNA including an answer to that question at https://help.familytreedna.com/hc/en-us/articles/4402954677519-Y-DNA-Matches-Frequently-Asked-Questions.


Based on the information you have put in your Shared matches tree, how are these matches connected? Where is the most likely place to find the Most Recent common Ancestor or the MRCA?
'''Q: Is there a way to check all the boxes on Ancestry when clustering?'''


'''Confirm your Theory'''
A: Try out this Chrome Extensions. https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/click-all-checkboxes/fhlogpdbadmjfpndmaijnibflgnbnhof?hl=en-US


In this case study, the information from the matches tree was entered in the [https://dnapainter.com/tools/probability What Are the Odds Tool]  found on [https://dnapainter.com/ DNAPainter.com]. Once the data is entered you can test your theories by entering hypothesis or using the suggest hypothesis option. The WATO tool will tell you how likely your theory is to be true. The higher the number, the more likely you have a match.
'''Q: Where do I learn more about Ancestry’s color coding system?'''


Once you have your theory, do more research to determine if the theoretical MRCA lived in the area or associated with some of the same people as your ancestor. You may also need to reach out to other descendants of the MRCA to invite them to test to help confirm your hypothesis if you need more confirmation and regular genealogical research sources are not providing conclusive evidence.  
A: Check out this article at https://www.yourdnaguide.com/ancestrydna-dot-system.


===Additional Resources===
'''Q: What are endogamy and pedigree collapse and how do they impact clustering?'''
There are many videos online that may provide further assistance to your Brick Wall research and using DNA. Here are a few from [https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/home RootsTech Connect] held in February 2021.


*[Tracing Ancestral Lines in the 17ahttps://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/series/tracing-ancestral-lines-in-the-1700s-using-dna00s Using DNA Tracing Ancestral Lines in the 1700s Using DNA] RootsTech Connect Video series by Tim Janzen
A: Learn more about endogamy at https://isogg.org/wiki/Endogamy. Learn more about pedigree collapse at https://isogg.org/wiki/Pedigree_collapse. Learn more about the difference at https://dna-explained.com/2021/07/23/whats-the-difference-between-pedigree-collapse-and-endogamy/. DNAExplained has a number of articles that explain endogamy including https://dna-explained.com/2022/08/11/dna-in-search-ofsigns-of-endogamy/
*[https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/series/the-case-for-dna The Case for DNA] RootsTech Connect Video series by Renate Yarborough Sanders
*[https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/series/discovering-african-ancestry-through-dna Discovering African Ancestry through DNA] RootsTech Connect Video series by Andre Kearns, Joanna Mountain, Steven MIcheletti, Sherman McRae, Yetunde Moronke Abiola, Fonte Felipe, Jerome Spears
*[https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/session/i-found-you-methods-for-finding-hidden-family-members I Found You: Methods for Finding Hidden Family Members] RootsTech Connect Video by Barb Groth


==Past DNA Day Celebrations==
==Past DNA Day Celebrations==


The Family History Library first celebrated DNA Day on April 25, 2019. Classes taught included:
The FamilySearch Library first celebrated DNA Day on April 25, 2019. Classes taught included:


*DNA: An Introduction to Genetic Genealogy ([https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/lessons/dna-an-introduction-to-genetic-genealogy-introduction Recording] [[Media:An Introduction to DNA and Genealogy.April 2019.pdf|Handout]])
*DNA: An Introduction to Genetic Genealogy ([https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/lessons/dna-an-introduction-to-genetic-genealogy-introduction Recording] [[Media:An Introduction to DNA and Genealogy.April 2019.pdf|Handout]])
*DNA: I've Tested, Now What? ([https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/lessons/dna-ive-tested-now-what-introduction Recording] [[Media:I've Tested My DNA, Now What.pdf|Handout]])
*DNA: I've Tested, Now What? ([https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/lessons/dna-ive-tested-now-what-introduction Recording] | [[Media:I've Tested My DNA, Now What.pdf|Handout]])
*Finding an Unknown Parent Using DNA: A Case Study ([[Media:Finding an Unknown Parent Using DNA Case Study.pdf|Handout]])
*Finding an Unknown Parent Using DNA: A Case Study ([[Media:Finding an Unknown Parent Using DNA Case Study.pdf|Handout]])
*Making DNA Connections through Descendancy Research ([https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/lessons/descendancy-research Recording] [[Media:Making DNA Connections Through Descendancy Research.pdf|Handout]])
*Making DNA Connections through Descendancy Research ([https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/lessons/descendancy-research Recording] | [[Media:Making DNA Connections Through Descendancy Research.pdf|Handout]])
Class taught during DNA Day in 2021 included:
 
* Why Genealogists Use DNA ([https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/session/why-genealogists-use-dna Recording])
* How Genealogists Use DNA ([https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/session/how-genealogists-use-dna Recording])
* Grouping DNA Matches ([https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/session/grouping-dna-matches Recording])
* Using DNA to Determine Relationships ([https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/session/using-dna-to-determine-relationships Recording])
* Using DNA to Find Unknown Parents: A Case Study ([https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/session/using-dna-to-find-unknown-parents-a-case-study Recording])
* Using DNA to Solve a Brick Wall: A Case Study ([https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/session/using-dna-to-solve-a-brick-wall-a-case-study Recording])
Classes taught in 2022 included:


* DNA Basics: An Introduction to DNA and Genealogy ([https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=456185059639625 Recording] | [https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/img_auth.php/5/54/An_Introduction_to_DNA_and_Genealogy.pdf Handout])
* Grouping DNA Matches ([https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=532133501637148 Recording] | [https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/img_auth.php/2/2f/Grouping_DNA_Matches.pdf Handout])
* Using DNA to Determine Relationships ([https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=537152147849870 Recording] | [https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/img_auth.php/d/d6/Using_DNA_to_Determine_Relationships.pdf Handout])
* Quick and Dirty Trees: Crowdsourcing Your DNA Connections ([https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=968577127351777 Recording] | [https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/img_auth.php/a/ac/Creating_Quick_and_Dirty_Trees_S_Larson_Apr_2022_JMR.pdf Handout])
* Visual Phasing and Reconstruction ([https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=549330586707271 Recording] | [https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/img_auth.php/e/e6/Visual_Phasing_and_Reconstruction.pdf Handout])
* Immigration Research and DNA: A Case Study ([https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=412555437380341 Recording] | [https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/img_auth.php/d/d6/General_Immigration_and_DNA_S_Larson_Apr_2022_JMR.pdf Handout])
* Using DNA to Find an Unknown Grandparent: A Case Study ([https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=511360247129445 Recording])
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Welcome to DNA Day!

National DNA Day is Tuesday, April 25, 2024. Come celebrate with the FamilySearch Library and RootsTech. The Library, in partnership with RootsTech, is sponsoring seven DNA related classes. Library classes will be taught via Zoom and broadcast live to RootsTech, Facebook and YouTube. Recordings of the classes will be available on RootsTech following the event.

DNA Day at the FamilySearch Library

Wondering about the hype surrounding DNA? Come learn about DNA, find out if taking a DNA test is right for you, which tests you can take, and how it might help you in your family history. Looking for more great family history content? Check out the upcoming classes and webinars presented by the FamilySearch Library.

Schedule

Date Topic Class Title Language Handout Link to Webinar Presenter
Thurs, April 25 9:00 AM MDT DNA Day Using DNA to Find the Unknown Father in Sweden English Link Link to Register Geoffrey Fröberg Morris, AG®
Thurs, April 25 10:00 AM MDT DNA Day DNA Basics: An Introduction to DNA and Genealogy English Link Link to Register Beth Taylor, CG®
Thurs, April 25 11:15 AM MDT DNA Day How to Build Quick Trees English Link Link to Register Jalyse Ortiz
Thurs, April 25 12:30 PM MDT DNA Day Heaps of Clues: Navigating DNA to Uncover Your Mystery Match English n/a Link to Register Savannah Larson, AG®
Thurs, April 25 1:30 PM MDT DNA Day Using DNA to Determine Relationships English Link Link to Register Beth Taylor, CG®
Thurs, April 25 2:45 PM MDT DNA Day DNA Genome Reconstruction English Link Link to Register Tanner Blair Tolman, AG®
Thurs, April 25 3:30 PM MDT DNA Day Why Oh Why Do Your Y-DNA? English Link Link to Register Tanner Blair Tolman, AG®

DNA Companies and Resources

2023 DNA Day Questions and Answers

Q: Are these classes being recorded? Can I watch them again?

A: Yes! These classes will be available on the FamilySearch Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/familysearchlibrary/videos/) and RootsTech.org (https://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech/events/dna-day-2023)

Q: How do I get 1/1 help with my DNA research goal?

A: Sign up for a 40-minute DNA virtual consultation at www.familysearch.org/en/library/research-help. If all the time slots are currently full, check back. Appointments are available two weeks in advance.

Q: What DNA test should I start with?

A: Start with a DNA test that best matches your research project and goal. YourDNAGuide as a great overview of the options at https://www.yourdnaguide.com/ydgblog/best-dna-tests-ancestry.

Q: How can I locate DNA Projects for surnames or haplogroups?

A: Search FamilyTreeDNA’s list of projects at https://www.familytreedna.com/group-project-search. You can also view a list of some surname projects at https://isogg.org/wiki/Surname_DNA_projects.

Q: What is Neanderthal DNA?

A: Learn more at https://customercare.23andme.com/hc/en-us/articles/212873707-Neanderthal-Ancestry-Report-Basics and https://humanorigins.si.edu/evidence/genetics/ancient-dna-and-neanderthals

Q: What is the difference between XDNA and Mitochondrial DNA?

A: XDNA is part of the nuclear DNA and is inherited from both parents (if you are biologically female) and from your mother (if you are biologically male). Mitochondrial DNA is found in the mitochondria (outside the cell’s nucleus) and is inherited from your mother. Learn more about XDNA at https://isogg.org/wiki/X-chromosome. Learn more about mitochondrial DNA at https://isogg.org/wiki/Mitochondrial_DNA.

Q: As a woman, how can yDNA testing help me with my genealogy research?

A: Check out this blog article from FamilyTreeDNA. https://blog.familytreedna.com/y-dna-testing-its-not-just-for-men/

Q: What are haplogroups?

A: A haplogroup is a group of single chromosomes, or single DNA strands, which share a common ancestor. They have the same mutation in all versions. Learn more at https://isogg.org/wiki/Haplogroup.

Q: How can I transfer my DNA to other websites?

A: Your raw DNA can be downloaded from the DNA company you tested with and uploaded to MyHeritage, FamilyTreeDNA, and Living DNA. Learn more how to transfer your results at https://thednageek.com/how-to-transfer-your-ancestrydna-test-to-other-databases/ and https://www.yourdnaguide.com/transferring.

Q: What are DNA Mutations and how do they occur?

A: FamilyTreeDNA has a great explanation of DNA that includes information about mutations. https://www.familytreedna.com/understanding-dna.aspx

Q: Why don’t I have yDNA matches?

A: Check out some commonly answered questions about yDNA from FamilyTreeDNA including an answer to that question at https://help.familytreedna.com/hc/en-us/articles/4402954677519-Y-DNA-Matches-Frequently-Asked-Questions.

Q: Is there a way to check all the boxes on Ancestry when clustering?

A: Try out this Chrome Extensions. https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/click-all-checkboxes/fhlogpdbadmjfpndmaijnibflgnbnhof?hl=en-US

Q: Where do I learn more about Ancestry’s color coding system?

A: Check out this article at https://www.yourdnaguide.com/ancestrydna-dot-system.

Q: What are endogamy and pedigree collapse and how do they impact clustering?

A: Learn more about endogamy at https://isogg.org/wiki/Endogamy. Learn more about pedigree collapse at https://isogg.org/wiki/Pedigree_collapse. Learn more about the difference at https://dna-explained.com/2021/07/23/whats-the-difference-between-pedigree-collapse-and-endogamy/. DNAExplained has a number of articles that explain endogamy including https://dna-explained.com/2022/08/11/dna-in-search-ofsigns-of-endogamy/

Past DNA Day Celebrations

The FamilySearch Library first celebrated DNA Day on April 25, 2019. Classes taught included:

Class taught during DNA Day in 2021 included:

  • Why Genealogists Use DNA (Recording)
  • How Genealogists Use DNA (Recording)
  • Grouping DNA Matches (Recording)
  • Using DNA to Determine Relationships (Recording)
  • Using DNA to Find Unknown Parents: A Case Study (Recording)
  • Using DNA to Solve a Brick Wall: A Case Study (Recording)

Classes taught in 2022 included:

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