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Join genetic genealogy expert Debbie Kennett as she explores the power of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) testing for genealogical research. We inherit mtDNA from our mothers and it therefore tracks the direct maternal line (your mother, your mother’s mother, etc). mtDNA is an under-utilised tool in genetic genealogy but it can provide interesting insights into both your recent and distant ancestry.
It is also a useful supplement to the more popular DNA tests.
Learn through practical examples how you can use mtDNA to answer genealogical questions and explore your ancient origins.
Debbie Kennett is a well-known author and speaker and an internationally recognised expert on genetic genealogy. She is an Honorary Research Fellow in the Department of Genetics, Evolution and Environment at University College London. She is the author of two books: DNA and Social Networking and The Surnames Handbook. She has written widely about DNA testing both for the family history press and in academic journals. She has been interviewed about genetic ancestry testing for BBC Radio 4, appearing on You and Yours and The Business of Genetic Ancestry, and has also appeared on TV on the BBC programme Watchdog.
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