genetic genealogy
The decision comes amid a general slowdown in the market, yet also showcases the continued appeal of ancestry-related applications.
Ancestry to Discontinue NGS-Based AncestryHealth Service
Ancestry will focus more on family history and genetic genealogy, and called the move a "strategic but difficult decision."
Ancient DNA Analysis Elucidates Split of Denisovan, Neanderthal Y Chromosome Lineages
Sequencing of ancient samples showed that Denisovan Y chromosomes split around 700,000 years ago from a lineage shared by Neanderthals and modern humans.
Researchers Encourage Forensics Labs to Adopt New Genomic Technologies for Relationship Testing
Premium
Driving the shift is a belief that standard STR testing is not always a reliable tool for determining complex family relationships.
Blackstone to Acquire Ancestry for $4.7B
The New York-based multinational investment company will acquire Ancestry from current stakeholders Silver Lake, Spectrum Equity, Permira, and others.