DNA Research Group - Our Discussion Group is targeted at our more experienced DNA group members.  The group is committed to providing leadership on DNA Practice in the society and keen to work with others to increased their shared understanding of the exciting field of genetic genealogy. Attendees are required to undertake pre-work for the discussion, distributed prior to each meeting.

Throughout the year group meetings will include:

• Peer Review, via member case studies including analysis of documented evidence;
• Brick Wall Analysis, via member case studies - ideas for future research;
• Year in Review, plus scoping for future events;
• Development of process documents to assist members with their research.  

December's Meeting

Our December meeting will be a ‘Brick Wall' Analysis Discussion.  Our group of experienced researchers will discuss  2-3 member case studies and provide advice on possible next steps. 

Are you a SAG member?  Do you have a brick wall in your pedigree that you want to solve through DNA analysis?  Our Advanced DNA Research Group would love to help.  We are looking for member volunteers who would like to discuss their DNA research.  To participate, you will need to prepare a one page overview of your pedigree and any genetic groups you have identified so far, then tell us about it in no longer than 5 minutes.  

Those wishing to present their case will need to provide their one page summary to the Group Leads ideally 1-2 weeks prior to the meeting via admin@sag.com.au.  See our Brick Wall Discussion Template v3 SAG_DNA_RG.pdf for more information.  Volunteers will receive a short dot point summary of ‘key next steps’ after the meeting. 

Please note: The topics and tools discussed at this group are pitched at an advanced level and the DNA Research Discussion Group meetings are not recommended for those just beginning their DNA journey.

Facilitator: Sharon Watson

Group Leads: Veronica Williams, Danielle Lautrec & Christine Woodlands