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Explore the world of at-home DNA testing kits in this comprehensive lecture from The Royal Institution. Delve into the mechanics, accuracy, and data security of these increasingly popular genetic tools. Learn how DNA test results are being used for various purposes, from ancestry-based travel discounts to solving cold criminal cases. Gain insights from experts Debbie Kennett, a genetic genealogist, Aylwyn Scally, a human evolutionary genetics researcher, and Sara Abdulla, Chief Opinion Editor at Nature. Examine the ethical implications of corporate use of genetic information and discover what DNA results truly reveal about an individual's biology and heritage.
