Alexander Alberts-Dakash is a highly experienced and leading genetic genealogist in the German-speaking world. He works with private individuals and law enforcement.
Alexander has worked as a private detective as well as an academic simultaneously. To his detective and genealogical work he brings with him his academic background in the humanities and social sciences, computer science and the study of a number of languages. Alexander has studied across Europe including at the University of Marburg and the University of Edinburgh with the support and recognition of the Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes (German Academic Scholarship Foundation) for exceptional academic talents. He currently works as a adjunct lecturer at the University of Hanover.
He enjoys deep thinking, recognizing patterns, and drawing logical conclusions. He works in over ten languages and six writing systems. As a genealogist with a background in the history of religions, he has experience deciphering old manuscripts and documents. He is also skilled in archival research and develops his own software for data analysis.
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“We must never forget that we may also find meaning in life even when confronted with a hopeless situation, when facing a fate that cannot be changed. For what then matters is to bear witness to the uniquely human potential at its best, which is to transform a personal tragedy into a triumph, to turn one’s predicament into a human achievement.”
Viktor Frankl (Man's Search for Meaning, 1959:111)
His academic background and investigative work are interwoven by analytical reasoning, fine-tuned research skills and a tireless pursuit of the truth. He also draws on his technical knowledge, a high attention to detail, and empathetic communication.
Since starting on his own search for his biological family in 2015, which sparked his interest in genetic genealogy, he has helped solve over 100 national and international cases.
Over the years, he has built a broad network of contacts worldwide and is open to exploring different avenues of research, even in less conventional settings.
In 2023, he received the DAGV Next Generation Award by the German Society of Genealogical Associations in recognition of his efforts in the field.
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