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Unlock the power of DNA in your family history research with this essential introduction to working with autosomal DNA. Aimed at beginners, this talk demystifies the science behind DNA testing and shows you how to interpret your results to uncover unknown relatives, confirm family connections, and break through brick walls in your research. Learn how to make sense of matches, understand shared centimorgans, and use simple tools to build a more complete picture of your ancestry. Whether you’ve already tested or are just curious, this session will give you the confidence to get started and make the most of your autosomal DNA.
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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