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Forensics: Low genetic diversity in DNA samples leads to false positives. DNA analysis is less accurate for some people, new University of Oregon study finds
A University of Oregon study found DNA analysis can be less accurate for some groups of people, which can incorrectly link them to a crime. — Read on http://www.koin.com/news/oregon/forensic-dna-analysis-is-less-accurate-for-some-people-university-of-oregon-study-finds/
Forensics: Persistence of Touch DNA for Analysis | National Institute of Justice
Since the first use of DNA evidence in a criminal case in 1986 [1], forensic scientists have considered biological material (such as hair, skin, and bodily fluids) to be relatively reliable physical evidence. Straight from the Researcher’s Mouth Listen … Continue reading
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Forensics: #NamUS case. Genetic testing costs $7500. Medical Examiner fundraising to identify remains from decades-long Gwinnett County cold case
Medical Examiner fundraising to identify remains from decades-long Gwinnett County cold case – WSB-TV Channel 2 – Atlanta — Read on http://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/gwinnett-county/coroner-raising-funds-identify-remains-john-doe-decades-long-cold-case-gwinnett-county/N6XO4LK4AZAHRAWD2SREJC4FZ4/
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Forensics: Biased Rogue scientists ignored advice, told police to support DNA testing changes
The decision to lift the threshold for testing some DNA samples in more detail has resulted in potentially thousands of samples needing to be retested. — Read on http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/queensland/rogue-scientists-ignored-advice-told-police-to-support-dna-testing-changes-20220930-p5bmcx.html
Forensic DNA: When the Question is Not Who, But How
Examining courtroom testimony using the framework of Evett et al’s hierarchy for propositions. — Read on promega.foleon.com/theishireport/the-ishi-report-february-2022/when-the-question-is-not-who-but-how/
Forensics: and police in the same building. Critics Say Broward County’s New Forensic Science Center Is a Conflict of Interest
Critics say housing the Broward County Sheriff’s Office Crime Laboratory and the Broward County Office of Medical Examiner and Trauma Services in the planned Broward County Forensic Science Center could lead to conflicts of interest — particularly when investigations involve deaths … Continue reading
Forensics: The 2018 California Wildfires: Integration of Rapid DNA to Dramatically Accelerate Victim Identification – Gin – 2020 – Journal of Forensic Sciences
Notable application of DNA. Dental IDs still have some use, but times are changing. The 2018 California Wildfires: Integration of Rapid DNA to Dramatically Accelerate Victim Identification – Gin – 2020 – Journal of Forensic Sciences – Wiley Online Library … Continue reading
Forensics: Leaving trace DNA? All Cops Should Submit DNA Samples to Avoid Crime-Scene Confusion
Researchers hope the review will prod the NYPD to convince its unions to create a database of all officers to avoid possible wrongful arrests and convictions. But will New York cop unions comply? — Read on http://www.thecity.nyc/2021/7/15/22575790/all-cops-should-submit-dna-samples-to-avoid-crime-scene-confusion-federal-report
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