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PROJECT GOALS
The Beede Surname DNA Project was
established to create a growing database of DNA profiles of male Beede
descendants to aid in genealogical research. DNA analysis can assist in
supporting or refuting the premise that two or more participants descend
from a common ancestor.
We hope to achieve the following goals:
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To determine possible relationships
between the known Beede lines in the United States. |
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To determine possible relationships
between other Beede lines of British descent (including those in the
British Isles and other countries). |
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To assist Beedes not sure of their
lineage to determine which of these broad groups they might fit into.
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HOW TO JOIN
Since the lab is testing the
y-chromosome which is only passed down through an unbroken male lineage
(father to son to son, etc.), you must be a male with the Beede [or
variant] surname to participate. Women who are Beede descendants may
choose to sponsor a male Beede relative (father, brother, uncle, cousin,
etc.)
FTDNA has given the Beede project discounted prices for the DNA tests.
The table at the bottom of this page lists the available Y-DNA tests and
their prices. The preferred test for our project is the shaded Y-DNA25
although the Y-DNA12 or Y-DNA37 will also work. The 12 marker test will
not be as useful as the other two. If at a future date you would like to
"upgrade" to a test with more markers then a Y-Refine test may be used.
No additional test kit would be required.
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TESTING LAB
Family Tree DNA (FTDNA), affiliated with Dr. Michael
Hammer and the University of Arizona, will be testing the Y-chromosome for
genetic matches between males. Results are placed in FTDNA's Y-DNA database
and when 2 people show the same identical results, the lab will inform both
parties (provided both signed the FTDNA Release Form). Project participants
will receive a certificate and report from the lab generally describing
Y-DNA sequencing and the meaning of the probability between matches.
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DNA TO BE TESTED
The human has 46 chromosomes. Our project
tests only a part of the Y male chromosome at 12, 25, or 37 marker loci
sites to match these same markers with men who are potentially Beede
cousins. This test shows kinship and nothing else. This is not a
paternity-type DNA test like the U.S. military now uses with all inductees;
nor, does it test all 46 chromosomes to reveal personal and private genetic
information that some labs could use for medical or insurance screening. Our
project only tests part of the male Y chromosome. The University of Arizona
Staff will conduct all DNA analysis and return each set of results to FTDNA
in Houston for release to the Beede project coordinator and the test
participant.
A 25-marker test will provide a greater
degree of detail and visibility to genetic mutations and allow us to more
effectively use the results to sort the groups out. In very simplistic
terms, the 25-marker test effectively decreases the time back to the Most
Recent Common Ancestor (MRCA) by half...or from 14.3 generations to about 7
generations. If we assume a generation averages 25 years, an exact
match with a 25-marker test points back to a MRCA born circa 1780 and a
12-marker test to a MRCA born circa 1597. In other words - the 12-marker
test can tell if there was a common ancestor several hundred years ago,
while the 25-marker can tell us if the ancestor was much more recent.
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DISCLAIMER, CONDITIONS AND
AGREEMENT
The Beede Surname DNA Project organizers
have no commercial affiliation with any profit making organization and
receive no compensation for services or expenses involved with the project.
At present, this webpage is maintained for posting DNA results of
participants who choose to make their information available.
Although the Beede Project has arranged for discounts at FTDNA, that by no
means suggests a business partnership or other relationship between the
Project and the Laboratory. All funds are payable only and directly to the
testing company. The Beede Project will not be the recipient nor steward of
any DNA samples and has no responsibility for their care, handling or return
to participant, nor duty to act on behalf of Participant in mediation of any
dispute between the Participant and the testing company.
While a match between two participants may indicate that they share a common
male ancestor, it will not identify the specific ancestor and there is no
guarantee that every participant will match another participant.
By participation in the project, the participant agrees to all conditions of
the Project. |
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WHAT TEST TO ORDER |
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12 Marker |
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This test is
the world standard to verify the Y chromosome for genetic matches between
males. Results are placed in our Y-DNA database and when 2 people show the
same identical results, we will inform both parties if they have both signed
the FTDNA Release Form. The customer receives a Certificate & report
generally describing Y-DNA sequencing and the meaning of the probability
between matches.
Order now. |
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25 Marker |
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The 25 marker
test can help place you into an existing tested Beede line. If you are a
Beede with uncertain ancestry, then this would be the place to start.
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37 Marker |
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A perfect
match of 37 markers means that the two individuals matching shared a common
ancestor in recent times |
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67 Marker |
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The highest
resolution Y-DNA test in the world: tests the Y chromosome for genetic
matches between males. A perfect match of 67 markers means a very tight
connection: a common ancestor in very recent times. |
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COST OF TEST |
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Name of Test |
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Y-DNA12 |
$101 |
Male 12 marker Y-DNA test |
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Y-DNA25 |
$150 |
Male 25 marker Y-DNA test |
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Y-DNA37 |
$191 |
Male 37 marker Y-DNA test |
| Y-DNA67 |
$271 |
Male 67 marker Y-DNA test |
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Y-Refine 12 to 25 |
$49 |
Upgrade from 12 marker to 25 marker |
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Y-Refine 12 to 37 |
$99 |
Upgrade from 12 marker to 37 marker |
| Y-Refine 12 to 67 |
$189 |
Upgrade from 12 marker to 67 marker |
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Y-Refine 25 to 37 |
$49 |
Upgrade from 25 marker to 37 marker |
| Y-Refine 25 to 67 |
$148 |
Upgrade from 25 marker to 67 marker |
| Y-Refine 37 to 67 |
$99 |
Upgrade from 37 marker to 67 marker |
Specimen collection kits, which involve a painless swabbing
of inside the cheek to collect DNA cells, will be sent to participants
directly from the lab. Your payment can be made by credit card at the time
the kit is ordered or may be remitted to the lab with the completed kit.
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