In this half-day workshop, attendees will be provided with knowledge and resources to build a structure for in-house investigative genetic genealogy (IGG) services. Topics discussed will include triage of cases, communication with potential partners, assessment of methodologies for SNP profile development, overcoming funding challenges, and other logistical needs for laboratories and law enforcement agencies. Genuine case examples will be used to illustrate obstacles and successes, and time will be provided for workshopping of policies and procedures as well as general questions and answers. Attendees should have at least a cursory knowledge of investigative genetic genealogy prior to attending this workshop.
In this half-day workshop, attendees will be provided with knowledge and resources to build a structure for in-house investigative genetic genealogy (IGG) services. Topics discussed will include triage of cases, communication with potential partners, assessment of methodologies for SNP profile development, overcoming funding challenges, and other logistical needs for laboratories and law enforcement agencies. Genuine case examples will be used to illustrate obstacles and successes, and time will be provided for workshopping of policies and procedures as well as general questions and answers. Attendees should have at least a cursory knowledge of investigative genetic genealogy prior to attending this workshop.
Fee includes lunch and materials.
Workshop currently at capacity. A waitlist is available to join on our registration page.
Director, Ramapo College of New Jersey Investigative Genetic Genealogy Center
Cairenn Binder, MS, AIGG is the Director of the Ramapo College of New Jersey Investigative Genetic Genealogy Center. Cairenn has been at the forefront of IGG since its inception, applying genetic genealogy to identify human remains with the nonprofit organization DNA Doe Project from 2018 through 2023.
Investigative Genetic Genealogy Expert
David is an investigative genetic genealogy expert and leader who is driven to expand the use of IGG to bring justice and answers to more victims and families. He has worked across every stage of the IGG pipeline: setting public policy, consulting with investigating agencies, navigating lab choices, training practitioners, conducting casework, addressing legal challenges, expanding databases, and bridging international borders. David is consulted by law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, wrongful convictions organizations, and legislators about implementing IGG.
