Meningiomas are usually benign tumors of the lining of the brain and spinal cord. While they are typically asymptomatic, they can cause symptoms and be dangerous in certain cases. New DNA research is...
Category - DNA Research
How to Handle the Emotional Response from Genealogy DNA Testing
DNA testing is an exciting thing. You can find out so much about yourself and your heritage by having it done. But, you can also find out information that can be disconcerting, or even upsetting...
Not Getting Enough Responses to Your DNA Match Requests? Here’s How to Get More
Are you interested in researching your genealogy using DNA? If you are on a DNA database and are having trouble getting your matches to respond to you, it can be frustrating. Here are some effective...
What You Need to Know About DNA Testing and Privacy
If you have been listening to the genealogical community recently, or even the national news, you will have probably heard of some issues coming up regarding privacy and your possession of it or lack...
DNA: The Future of Unlocking Your True Family History
Are you interested in building a highly accurate family tree? Have you considered getting your DNA tested? If not, you really should. There are so many places to have it done, and each has its unique...
3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Getting DNA Testing for Genealogy
Are you considering getting your DNA tested? It is more affordable and accessible to more people than ever before. Even those who are not genealogists are doing it. Before you test, ask yourself...
New Ways to Find Maiden Names
Are you still looking for an elusive maiden name in your family tree? Here are three new suggestions to help you uncover it and discover a new family line.
What is a Haplogroup and What Can It Tell You About Your Family Tree?
When you get your DNA tested for genealogy, you will often see the term "haplogroup" come up. What is a haplogroup and how does it pertain to your family tree?
Y-DNA and the Enigma of Richard III
Did Richard III have a real, genetic claim to the throne of England? Testing on his Y-DNA calls it into question. Researchers are still studying it.
Mystery Ancestor? How to Discover Their Origins Using Documents and DNA
Do you have a mystery ancestor with DNA research? If you believe you don't have any more ways to research this person, you're wrong. Here's what you can do to discover the truth about their...
DNA Testing: What the Different Types Can Tell You
DNA testing is a very popular way of doing genealogy these days. It can open doors and solve mysteries that no records exist to solve. DNA does not lie, either. It always tells you the truth about...
What’s the Deal With DNA? Using DNA to Trace Your Family History
Have you considered using DNA to help trace your family tree? If not, you should. DNA can unlock long standing genealogical mysteries. Here's how it works.