Forensic DNA analysis can provide conclusive evidence to trace specific individuals to a crime scene and has been instrumental in solving cold cases, exonerating the wrongfully accused and bringing ...

A high number of forensic laboratories presently use PCR and capillary electrophoresis (CE)-based techniques to investigate short tandem repeat (STR) markers and alternative polymorphisms. Sequencing ...

Forensic DNA profiling based on short tandem repeat (STR) markers currently allows the identification of persons already known to the investigating authorities. This technology has recently been ...

Thermo Fisher Scientific introduced a new next-generation sequencing (NGS) panel for forensic DNA analysis. The Applied Biosystems Precision ID GlobalFiler NGS STR Panel v2 panel, combined with ...

Human sample identification is an essential element of many research projects employing human cells, tissues, or mixtures. Identification may be required to track and confirm sample provenance for ...

Genevieve Carlton holds a Ph.D. in history from Northwestern University and earned tenure at the University of Louisville. Drawing on over 15 years of experience in higher education, Genevieve ...

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