Genetic Genealogy – 東亞遺傳譜繫學會

Exploring genetic evidence in individual, family and lineage research, including kinship, pedigree reconstruction and comparison with traditional genealogies, with attention to methodological limits and responsible interpretation.

2026年5月11日

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Genetic Genealogy

Re-understanding the Issue of Confucius’ Descendants from the Perspective of Genetic Genealogy

his paper re-examines the issue of Confucius’ descendants from the perspective of genetic genealogy. It clarifies the research boundaries of genetic genealogy, arguing that its core value lies in restoring the formation mechanism of clans rather than judging the authenticity of bloodlines, and establishes an interdisciplinary research paradigm that balances scientific rationality and Confucian tradition.

2026年4月27日

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Genetic Genealogy

Forensic-Genealogy Milestone: Ireland Approves First-Cousin DNA to Identify Century-Old Degraded Remains

Ireland's cabinet approved first-cousin DNA for identifying century-old degraded remains from the Tuam Mother and Baby Home — ~95,000 SNPs extend kinship matching from second- to third-degree relatives.

2026年2月3日

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Genetic Genealogy

DNA Confirms a Patrilineal Clan: Ancient Genomes from the 32 Northern Wei Tombs of the Yang Family at Qianfengcun, Xi’an

At a 32-tomb Northern Wei cemetery at Qianfengcun, Xi'an, ancient DNA confirms patrilineal kinship among most males, matching brick and tile epitaphs that identify the Yang clan across two political periods.

2024年8月8日

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Genetic Genealogy

The Y Chromosome and Genetic Genealogy

This article explores the link between the Y chromosome and surname genealogies. Strictly paternally inherited, the Y chromosome provides an unalterable genetic record for reconstructing family trees, resolving historical mysteries and tracing clan origins—opening a new chapter in historical anthropology.