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Forensics: Neanderthal fathers were younger than Homo sapiens, but mothers were older, study says.

Posted on October 27, 2020 by csidds

Sounds like Beverly Hills. Neanderthal fathers were younger than Homo sapiens, but mothers were older, study says – CNN — Read on http://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2020/04/27/world/neanderthal-parents-denisovan-iceland-genes-scn/index.html

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Further details about “possible” forensic investigation in Tuam mass graves in Ireland

Posted on March 8, 2017 by csidds

Here we go with experts and some police ‘sources’ talking about the logistics of excavating graves and looking at DNA from the public as “references” for DNA extraction and profiling from the remains. Various directions need to be established. $$ … Continue reading →

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Making Sense of DNA Genetics – #AAFS2017 – Epigenetics is mentioned

Posted on February 8, 2017 by csidds

This is a primer-level (being in a brochure format) look on the subject and has some gaps as far as interpretation of DNA partial profiles and mixtures but admits that, even with algorithmic software, there still is human interpretation in … Continue reading →

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Prosecutors started to look at Austin PD DNA analyst 6 years ago

Posted on December 16, 2016 by csidds

Its better late than never, I guess. Good example on how DA CIUs (conviction integrity units) get a bad rap. This Cleveland DA says some of them are just ‘news releases.’ “During that sexual assault trial, prosecutors wrote two memos … Continue reading →

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Election non-relief: Judges allowing risky “probably” forensic opinions

Posted on November 8, 2016 by csidds

Bitemarks lead the list: NIST speaker reveals……. Conference: The 5 Problems That Stand Between Scientists and the Courtroom [excerpt:] Epstein showed the results of a recent survey of odonatologists that asked three questions about the reliability of bite marks. The … Continue reading →

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Comparing DNA mixtures with Trueallele and STRmix gets mixed results

Posted on November 4, 2016 by csidds

Where Traditional DNA Testing Fails, Algorithms Take Over Powerful software is solving more crimes and raising new questions about due process. [excerpt] Studies have only established the validity of the available software in certain circumstances (such as a DNA mixture … Continue reading →

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Canadian wrongful conviction file totals 85 – funding diminishing

Posted on November 1, 2016 by csidds

Innocence Canada struggling for funding for wrongfully convicted cases ‘I’m always frustrated with how long it takes us to do cases, in any event, but this is going to slow us down even more.’ A Newfoundland man who helps free … Continue reading →

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Ballistics on the hot seat as being “too subjective” in final opinions

Posted on October 31, 2016 by csidds

The premise in ballistics is that all these casings might be considered “unique.” This “new look” at ballistics from the Aaron Hernandez conviction is similar to the back and forth decades-long argument against the now debunked “hair matching” in four … Continue reading →

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Controversial use of familial DNA searches helps lead to finds in cold cases

Posted on October 27, 2016 by csidds

A broader look at familial DNA use within criminal investigations. Some good, some bad. What appears in all examples, is that ‘presumptions’ of guilt can be incorrect and send prosecutors off in the wrong direction. What’s also apparent is that … Continue reading →

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Forensic Scientist Newsletter – NY Legal Aid Society

Posted on October 26, 2016 by csidds

Subscribe to the DNA Newsletter for the latest on forensic news Thousands of Texas DWI convictions could be tainted after it was discovered that one of the state’s top forensic analysts had mixed up blood samples and gave inaccurate testimony … Continue reading →