Why is my haplogroup with the Genographic Project different from the one with Family Tree DNA?
Recently, researchers led by Dr. Hammer, Family Tree DNA’s Chief Scientist, published the newly updated Y chromosome haplogroup tree in Genome Research. This paper recommends a number of changes in haplogroup nomenclature. Some organizations will adjust to this nomenclature sooner than others, as this may represent significant changes in their database, website, and display to customers. As of October, 2008, Family Tree DNA has adjusted its haplogroup names to match the newer nomenclature recommended by this research. The Genographic Project will make a similar transition in late 2008.
Recently, researchers led by Dr. Hammer, Family Tree DNA?s Chief Scientist, published the newly updated Y chromosome haplogroup tree in Genome Research. This paper recommends a number of changes in haplogroup nomenclature. Some organizations will adjust to this nomenclature sooner than others, as this may represent significant changes in their database, website, and display to customers. As of May 5th, 2008, Family Tree DNA has adjusted its haplogroup names to match the newer nomenclature recommended by this research. The Genographic Project will make a similar transition in late 2008.
