Harnessing AI for Smarter Forensic DNA Analysis
Interview written and condensed by Tara Luther, Promega. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. For decades, forensic DNA profiling has relied on polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology to amplify genetic material for identification and casework. While forensic laboratories have seen significant advancements in DNA extraction, profiling, and interpretation, the fundamental PCR process itself has […]
Tiger Slaughterhouses and Forensic DNA: How Science is Fighting Illegal Wildlife Trade
How is forensic DNA helping to combat the illegal wildlife trade and protect endangered species? At ISHI 35, Daniel Vanĕk, forensic scientist and former Czech police officer, shared his groundbreaking work identifying big cats and other endangered species through DNA analysis in cases like the Tiger Slaughterhouse. In this fascinating interview, Daniel discusses: 🔬 The […]
This Week in Forensic Science
No one has hours to scour the papers to keep up with the latest news, so we’ve curated the top news stories in the field of Forensic Science for this week. Here’s what you need to know to get out the door! 50-Year-Old Cold Case Solved After Mother was Found Dead in Ditch with Daughter Left […]
Profiling the Criminal Mind: A Conversation with Dr. Ann Burgess
Interview written and condensed by Ann MacPhetridge, Promega. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. For nearly five decades, Dr. Ann Burgess has been at the forefront of forensic psychology and criminal profiling, transforming the way investigators understand violent offenders. Her groundbreaking work with the FBI’s Behavioral Science Unit laid the foundation for modern criminal […]
Investigative Genetic Genealogy: Breaking Barriers and Solving Cold Cases
How is investigative genetic genealogy (IGG) transforming forensic science and solving cold cases? At #ISHI35, Ahana Chatterjee sat down with David Gurney and Cairenn Binder from Ramapo College’s Investigative Genetic Genealogy Center to discuss IGG’s impact, challenges, and future. In this engaging interview, discover: 🔬 How IGG is being used to identify perpetrators, exonerate the […]
This Week in Forensic Science
No one has hours to scour the papers to keep up with the latest news, so we’ve curated the top news stories in the field of Forensic Science for this week. Here’s what you need to know to get out the door! Cold Case Team Identifies Remains as Known Victim of Serial Killer Duo (Forensic – […]
The Chimera Effect: Navigating the Complexities of DNA Interpretation in a Case of Genetic Chimerism
Written by Tara Luther, Promega with Deandra DaCosta, Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office. Reposted from The ISHI Report with permission. Forensic DNA analysis has long been regarded as one of the most powerful tools in criminal investigations. However, the field continues to evolve as new biological complexities emerge, pushing the boundaries of what we know. One such […]
Implementing Rapid DNA in Remote Regions: Transforming Forensics with France’s Forensic Innovations
How can Rapid DNA technology bring forensic capabilities to remote regions? At ISHI 35, Colonel Sylvain Hubac of the French Gendarmerie shared how his team is implementing Rapid DNA tools in France and its overseas territories, addressing unique challenges like distance and accreditation. In this insightful interview, discover: 🔬 How Rapid DNA is being used […]
This Week in Forensic Science
No one has hours to scour the papers to keep up with the latest news, so we’ve curated the top news stories in the field of Forensic Science for this week. Here’s what you need to know to get out the door! Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office Teams with Othram to Identify the Suspect in the […]
