Uncovering Surname Origins: Mark’s Journey with FamilyTreeDNA
Join Mark Bankston as he unravels his family's Swedish heritage, discovering surprising lineage connections. Curiosity led him to a revelation. What will your DNA reveal about your past?
Visiting My Mother at FamilyTreeDNA: A Story of Love and Genealogy
Discover how storing DNA samples at FamilyTreeDNA allowed me to reconnect with my mother and uncover new insights into my family's history.
Genealogy’s Secret Weapon: How Using mtDNA Can Solve Family Mysteries
Unlock new avenues of research with mtDNA testing and trace your direct maternal line to break down genealogical brick walls.
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.
A 100,000-Year-Old Human Lineage Rediscovered
The Million Mito Project Team from FamilyTreeDNA recently discovered an ancient lineage from Eastern Africa through mitochondrial DNA.
Join The Million Mito Project
Join The Million Mito Project, and be a part of growing the tree of womankind.
What is Genetic Genealogy Anyway?
Genetic genealogy is the use of DNA testing to determine relationships between individuals, find genetic matches and discover one’s ancestry.