New Discoveries in Ancient DNA: Xiongnu, Iberia, and Deer Tooth?
Explore the latest research on ancient DNA from the Xiongnu Empire, Paleolithic Iberia, and a Central Asian deer tooth. Discover the diversity of these lineages and how they fit into your genealogical research through FamilyTreeDNA's Discover™ tool.
What Really Happens to Your DNA Sample After You Swab?
You’ve just swabbed your cheeks and sent your DNA off to FamilyTreeDNA. What happens next? Jim Brewster takes you step by step through the process.
DNA Day: Honoring Scientific Ingenuity and Pioneering Discoveries
Why do we celebrate DNA Day? Our CSR manager, Jeremy Balkin, gives his take on the holiday and what advancements in DNA mean to him.
The New “Events” Mini Feature in Discover
Explore the newest mini feature in Discover. Events brings context to the ancient connections on your Y-DNA line.
Early Contributions to DNA Studies from Rosalind Franklin and Florence Bell
Jeremy Balkin explores the history of two famed women scientists whose discoveries in DNA paved the way for our current understanding.
FamilyTreeDNA Has Added 5,000 Ancient Connections to Our Database
With 5,000 ancient connections within our database, we are able to track ancient haplogroup migrations.
What Can You Learn About Your Own Life From African Ancient DNA?
Learn more about where we all originate from, Africa, in this piece from Miguel Vilar in honor of Black History Month.
How Do You Compare to New Ancient DNA From Scandinavia?
Are you connected to the samples from the new study out of Scandinavia? Take a look at each sample and discover for yourself.
Ancient DNA Highlights of 2022
2022 was a big year for ancient DNA. Here’s a summary of some of the important discoveries.
Genes and Screams: Spooky Tales from the Hallotree | Chapter 3
Do you feel the power of the moonlight? Does it sound like fun to dance in the forest? You might be related to a witch.