Sci Rep December 2017 PMID 29222464

The Irish DNA Atlas: Revealing Fine-Scale Population Structure and History within Ireland.

Edmund Gilbert, Seamus O'Reilly, Michael Merrigan, Darren McGettigan, Anne M Molloy, Lawrence C Brody, Walter Bodmer, Katarzyna Hutnik, Sean Ennis, Daniel J Lawson, James F Wilson, Gianpiero L Cavalleri

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54
Peak: 3 in Sep 2025
across 6 sources since May 2019

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What people are saying

The group expresses overall approval of the study, citing detailed findings like the minimal Norse Y-chromosome introgression and French-like ancestries. The tone is analytical, with comments exploring the implications of localised genetic clusters, demonstrating a meaningful engagement with the research’s broader historical context.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the value and findings of the Irish DNA Atlas, supporting its significance for understanding Irish history.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show curiosity about genetic differences and comparisons between Irish and British populations, indicating moderate interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts analyze specific details such as Norse and French ancestry contributions, reflecting thoughtful engagement with the research.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight how the study reshapes perceptions of Irish genetic history, suggesting it influences future research and understanding.

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Debbie Kennett
@DebbieKennett · X

@TiaBruhn @itsjohncrotty @DNAdiahan This is based only on the Y-chromosome so it excludes half the population and also all the information from the 22 autosomes. Here is a better map from the People of the British Isles Project and the Irish DNA Atlas Project: https://t.co/jB8CInQE58 https://t.co/i6LCOtjOyh

Jul 8, 2025 · 2 likes · 6,584 followers View post →
Celtic-Films
@Celtic_Films · X

The Irish DNA Atlas: Revealing Fine-Scale Population Structure and History within Ireland "French clusters are the best fit for about half of the ancestry within these Irish clusters" Scientific Reports volume 7, Article number: 17199 (2017) Source: https://t.co/03q4G2uVSH

Dec 3, 2022 · 1 like · 4,070 followers View post →
Raibeart #YES
@BobHunterMD · X

The Irish DNA Atlas: revealing fine-scale population structure and history within Ireland | Scientific Report from Nature https://t.co/ORBWs7UWYn

Jun 4, 2023 · 1 like · 2,306 followers View post →
Ailicia M
@AliciaM290425 · X

Interesting info … Differences Between Irish & English DNA… https://t.co/2wkZinuSow via @YouTube

Sep 26, 2025 · 1 like · 367 followers View post →
Andy Scollick
@Andy_Scollick · X

Source for above: The Irish DNA Atlas: Revealing Fine-Scale Population Structure and History within Ireland. By Gilbert et al. (2017) https://t.co/Y3HoF47Y5k.

Jul 10, 2022 · 16,543 followers View post →
hbd chick
@hbdchick · X

RT @hbdchick: "...seven clusters of predominantly Irish ancestry (‘Gaelic’ Irish), and three clusters of shared Irish and British ancestry…

Jun 8, 2022 · 13 shares · 15,670 followers View post →

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Ailicia M
@AliciaM290425 · X

Interesting info … Differences Between Irish & English DNA… https://t.co/2wkZinuSow via @YouTube

Sep 26, 2025 · 1 like · 367 followers View post →
Dylan ⚔️
@DylanFiver10 · X

Differences between Irish and English DNA - I am 1/4 Irish and 3/4 English. https://t.co/69W0wpJ2nr

Sep 22, 2025 · 1,930 followers View post →
Debbie Kennett
@DebbieKennett · X

@TiaBruhn @itsjohncrotty @DNAdiahan This is based only on the Y-chromosome so it excludes half the population and also all the information from the 22 autosomes. Here is a better map from the People of the British Isles Project and the Irish DNA Atlas Project: https://t.co/jB8CInQE58 https://t.co/i6LCOtjOyh

Jul 8, 2025 · 2 likes · 6,584 followers View post →
HiraethSaudade
@hirsaudade · X

The Irish DNA Atlas: Revealing Fine-Scale Population Structure and History within Ireland | Scientific Reports https://t.co/oCmADpXByA

May 29, 2025 · 1,058 followers View post →
Angrboða
@angrbodasenna · X

This was a great read: The Irish DNA Atlas: Revealing Fine-Scale Population Structure and History within Ireland “Furthermore, analysis of putatively Norse-origin surnames suggests little Norse Y-chromosome introgression within Ireland.” https://t.co/hyIjEQSvLu

Aug 13, 2024 · 254 followers View post →
Celtic-Films
@Celtic_Films · X

@Bilcro @BligheDerek "These results suggest a homogenous contribution of these two ancient Irish genomes to contemporary genetic structure in Ireland." The Irish DNA Atlas: Revealing Fine-Scale Population Structure and History within Ireland Edmund Gilbert, Seamus O’Reilly, Michael Merrigan,

Aug 28, 2023 · 4,070 followers View post →
Raibeart #YES
@BobHunterMD · X

The Irish DNA Atlas: revealing fine-scale population structure and history within Ireland | Scientific Report from Nature https://t.co/ORBWs7UWYn

Jun 4, 2023 · 1 like · 2,306 followers View post →
Celtic-Films
@Celtic_Films · X

The Irish DNA Atlas: Revealing Fine-Scale Population Structure and History within Ireland "French clusters are the best fit for about half of the ancestry within these Irish clusters" Scientific Reports volume 7, Article number: 17199 (2017) Source: https://t.co/03q4G2uVSH

Dec 3, 2022 · 1 like · 4,070 followers View post →
Andy Scollick
@Andy_Scollick · X

Source for above: The Irish DNA Atlas: Revealing Fine-Scale Population Structure and History within Ireland. By Gilbert et al. (2017) https://t.co/Y3HoF47Y5k.

Jul 10, 2022 · 16,543 followers View post →
hbd chick
@hbdchick · X

RT @hbdchick: "...seven clusters of predominantly Irish ancestry (‘Gaelic’ Irish), and three clusters of shared Irish and British ancestry…

Jun 8, 2022 · 13 shares · 15,670 followers View post →
Angry Angel
@benavu54 · X

The Irish DNA Atlas: Revealing Fine-Scale Population Structure and History within Ireland | Scientific Reports https://t.co/EH77QQ194N

Oct 28, 2021 · 4,212 followers View post →
Stephen Hero
@DaedalusSteve · X

@rasmansa @tadesouaiaia @HPluckrose @hkhanirl I mean look at this - DNA linked with very small areas in Ireland: Gilbert, E., O’Reilly, S., Merrigan, M. et al. The Irish DNA Atlas: Revealing Fine-Scale Population Structure and History within Ireland. Sci Rep 7, 17199 (2017). https://t.co/xxx7qzU9Kf

Apr 22, 2021 · 322 followers View post →
pririn_
@pririn_ · X

“...we demonstrate high levels of North-West French-like and West Norwegian-like ancestry within Ireland. We show that that our ‘Gaelic’ Irish clusters present homogenous levels of ancient Irish ancestries. ” The Irish DNA Atlas https://t.co/fE8qVXS0mw

Jan 26, 2021 · 2,452 followers View post →
The Ruralists
@theruralists · X

RT @hbdchick: "...seven clusters of predominantly Irish ancestry (‘Gaelic’ Irish), and three clusters of shared Irish and British ancestry…

Dec 18, 2019 · 13 shares · 756 followers View post →
hbd chick
@hbdchick · X

RT @hbdchick: "...seven clusters of predominantly Irish ancestry (‘Gaelic’ Irish), and three clusters of shared Irish and British ancestry…

Oct 12, 2019 · 13 shares · 15,670 followers View post →
Aldamir الدامیر
@Aldamir · X

RT @hbdchick: "...seven clusters of predominantly Irish ancestry (‘Gaelic’ Irish), and three clusters of shared Irish and British ancestry…

Sep 4, 2019 · 13 shares · 986 followers View post →
Sigdrifr
@Sigdrifr · X

RT @hbdchick: "...seven clusters of predominantly Irish ancestry (‘Gaelic’ Irish), and three clusters of shared Irish and British ancestry…

Aug 4, 2019 · 13 shares · 2,611 followers View post →
hbd chick
@hbdchick · X

RT @hbdchick: "...seven clusters of predominantly Irish ancestry (‘Gaelic’ Irish), and three clusters of shared Irish and British ancestry…

Aug 4, 2019 · 13 shares · 15,670 followers View post →
Tom Carew
@tmcarew · X

The Irish DNA Atlas: Revealing Fine-Scale Population Structure and History within Ireland https://t.co/qymHHWzhTa

May 8, 2019 · 852 followers View post →