Past Contest Entries

Genetic testing goes mainstream

The series explores the science behind consumer DNA testing for both health and ancestry purposes. Tina Hesman Saey submitted her DNA to eight different testing companies and explores the widespread discrepancies in the various companies’ results. She also draws on the personal stories of other consumers as well as results from scientific studies to explore the burgeoning world of DNA testing.

Place:

Second Place

Year:

  • 2018

Category:

  • Consumer/Feature (small)

Affiliation:

Science News

Reporter:

Tina Hesman Saey

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