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Global Ancestry K10

DNA Genics World K10 is a global admixture calculator that models your genome as percentages of ten ancestral components using 41 diverse reference populations. Designed for global users — genealogists, researchers, and curious individuals — it provides clear, interpretable ancestry proportions, historical context, and migration insights while noting model limitations and reference-based caveats.

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Chapter I

Calculator Details

Comprehensive information about this admixture calculator

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About This Calculator

This calculator is a modern admixture calculator that models an individual’s genome as proportions of ten primary ancestral components derived from a global reference panel of 41 populations. It is designed for anyone worldwide — hobbyist genealogists, adoptees, family historians, population geneticists, and curious consumers — who want a clear, comparative view of their deep biogeographic affinities. The calculator compares your DNA to reference groups such as East Asian (Han, Japanese, Korean), Northwest and West Central Europeans (British, German, French), West and North Africans (Moroccan, Algerian, Egyptian), Central and West Central Asians (Kazakh, Uzbek, Tajik, Iranian, Turkic), Southeast Asians (Vietnamese, Thai, Filipino), multiple African East and West references (Ethiopian, Kenyan, Nigerian, Ghanaian), South Europeans (Italian, Spanish, Greek), Amerindian, Siberian and Arctic groups (Yakut, Nivkh, Evenki), and others to produce an interpretable admixture profile. Using allele frequency patterns, the K10 model reduces complex variation into ten reproducible components that reflect historical population structure: major Eurasian splits, African diversity, Australo-Melanesian and Amerindian signals, and regional expansions like the spread of Indo-European, Turkic, Bantu, and Austronesian ancestries. Users receive percent estimates of each component, visual breakdowns, and contextual notes that help translate numbers into likely migration corridors, contact zones, and recent admixture. Why it matters: K10 balances broad, global coverage with interpretable resolution — enough to distinguish continental and many subcontinental signals without overfitting noise. It’s useful for ancestry exploration, hypothesis generation in research, and enriching family narratives. Important caveats are included: components are model-based approximations, results depend on reference selection and marker density, and percentages do not map directly to specific ethnic lab
Chapter II

Reference Populations

The populations used as genetic references in this calculator

10 Reference Populations

East Asian:

  • Han Chinese: Predominant ethnic group in China, with rich history and influence throughout East Asia.
  • Japanese: Indigenous people of Japan, known for a distinct culture and technological advancements.
  • Korean: Inhabitants of the Korean Peninsula, with a heritage that includes a strong cultural identity.

Northwestern European:

  • British: Natives of the United Kingdom, with a diverse cultural and historical background.
  • German: People from Germany, known for their contributions to philosophy, music, and science.
  • French: Citizens of France, famous for their art, cuisine, and historical influence in Europe.

West Central Asian:

  • Iranian: Descendants of ancient Persia, with a rich cultural heritage and influence in literature and science.
  • Turkic: A collection of ethnic groups in Central Asia with a shared linguistic and cultural heritage.
  • Afghan: Dwellers of Afghanistan, influenced by their strategic location on historical trade routes.

North African:

  • Egyptian: Inhabitants of Egypt, heirs to one of the oldest civilizations on Earth, known for the pyramids and ancient history.
  • Moroccan: People from Morocco, marked by a blend of Arab, Berber, and European cultures.
  • Algerian: Natives of Algeria, with a history influenced by indigenous Berber, Arab, and French cultures.

Northwest Asian:

  • Kazakh: Central Asian ethnic group primarily found in Kazakhstan, known for nomadic traditions.
  • Uzbek: Predominant ethnic group in Uzbekistan, with a history of connection to the Silk Road.
  • Tajik: A Persian-speaking ethnic group native to Tajikistan, with cultural links to Iran.

Southeast Asian:

  • Vietnamese: People from Vietnam, with a culture shaped by historical Chinese and French influences.
  • Thai: Natives of Thailand, known for their vibrant cultural practices and historical kingdoms.
  • Filipino: Inhabitants of the Philippines, with a culture influenced by Malay, Spanish, and American elements.

West African:

  • Nigerian: Citizens of Nigeria, home to a multitude of ethnic groups and vibrant cultures.
  • Ghanaian: People from Ghana, known for rich traditional cultures and significant historic kingdoms.
  • Senegalese: Natives of Senegal, with a culture that blends indigenous, Islamic, and colonial influences.

South European:

  • Italian: Inhabitants of Italy, known for their contributions to art, architecture, and cuisine.
  • Spanish: People from Spain, with a history marked by exploration, conquest, and a rich cultural legacy.
  • Greek: Citizens of Greece, heirs to ancient Greek civilization with enduring cultural and historical impact.

Amerindian:

  • Indigenous peoples of the Americas, with diverse cultures and histories predating European colonization.

Siberian:

  • Yakut: Indigenous people of northeastern Siberia, known for their adaptation to extreme climates.
  • Nivkh: Native to the Russian Far East, with a unique language and traditional lifestyle.
  • Evenki: Reindeer herding indigenous people of northern Siberia, with a nomadic existence.

East African:

  • Ethiopian: Inhabitants of Ethiopia, with a unique identity shaped by ancient Christianity and diverse ethnicities.
  • Kenyan: People from Kenya, known for their ethnic diversity and significant wildlife.
  • Tanzanian: Natives of Tanzania, with a culture influenced by Swahili, Arab, and German colonial histories.
Chapter III

Understanding Admixture Analysis

Learn how admixture calculators work and how to interpret your results

What is Admixture Analysis?

Admixture analysis is a method used to estimate your genetic ancestry by comparing your DNA to reference populations from around the world. Think of it as creating a recipe of your genetic makeup, where the ingredients are different ancestral populations.

This calculator uses 10 carefully selected modern populations as references, allowing for a detailed breakdown of your genetic heritage.

How It Works

  • Your DNA is compared to 10 reference populations
  • Modern populations are used as genetic references
  • Results show your genetic similarity to these populations
  • More accurate with a diverse reference panel

Understanding Your Results

Your results will show percentages of genetic similarity to these reference populations. Remember these important points:

  • Results reflect genetic similarity, not direct ancestry
  • Modern populations are used as references
  • Percentages indicate relative genetic contribution
  • Results are estimates based on available reference data