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Research Paper | Social Science | India | Volume 13 Issue 1, January 2024 | Rating: 4.7 / 10
Data Wars: The Popularity of DNA Tests, Missing Data of Asian Populations, Masculinised Genealogies and the Clash with Data Mining and Privacy: A Feminist / Queer Analysis
Ananya Karnik
Abstract: The exponential growth of DNA testing for genetic heritage exploration has brought both excitement and complexity to contemporary society. This research paper delves into the critical issues surrounding DNA testing, including its impact on identity construction, representation, and privacy. It addresses the underrepresentation of Asian communities in DNA databases, the gender bias in paternal lineage prioritization, and the social transformation of DNA testing into a tool for identity validation. Furthermore, it explores the feminist and queer perspectives in genetic genealogy analysis, shedding light on the influence of colonial logics and heteronormative narratives. The study also highlights concerns about genetic data privacy and ethics. By adopting feminist and queer analytical lenses, this research challenges normative assumptions and contributes to a more inclusive and equitable dialogue on genetic testing.
Keywords: Genetic Ancestry Tests, DNA testing, representation gaps, identity construction, privacy, feminist analysis, queer analysis
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 1, January 2024,
Pages: 1066 - 1075