Updated 14 September 2024 The Big Y 700 is our test of choice for males. To help find family connections for the MEADs of all spelling and variations. By joining the group you agree to provide the project with 3 things. 1) The surname of the person being tested. 2) The name, date and place of birth of the oldest researched male ancestor of your male patrilineal line and the oldest researched female ancestor of your matrilineal line. 3) Permission to publish the DNA results and the names, dates and places of birth of the oldest known patrilineal or matrilineal ancestor. The purpose of this project is to use DNA technology to find common ancestors of males with the Mead surname. By comparing the Y chromosome, common genetic lines will emerge. As more samples are tested, theories and old family tales may be proven or disproven. Also, as participants increase, locations for further research on specific lines will become evident. Eventually, research results may lead to England, Ireland, or other European countries. Males with all variations of the Mead surname, such as; Meade, Meed, Mede, or Meads are invited to participate.