Enhancing Forensic DNA Profiling Efficiency Through Alternative STR-Based Multiplex Systems
Pankaj Shrivastava¹, Kamlesh Kaitholia², Shivani Dixit³ and Ram Kishan Kumawat⁴ ¹Regional Forensic Science Laboratory, Jabalpur-482002, MP, India ²Regional Forensic Science Laboratory, Bhopal, India ³Central Forensic Science Laboratory, Chandigarh, India ⁴State Forensic Science Laboratory, Jaipur Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. The advancement of DNA profiling has revolutionized criminal justice system, significantly improving human identification […]
Advances in the Application of Multidye Fluorescent Detection Technology in Forensic DNA Analysis
Zhong Jianjun¹, Guan Yan², Hu Zhengming³, Li Siyou⁴, Wang Chenming⁵, Zhang Hao⁴, Teng Huilian², Wang Sichao⁵* ¹Evidence Identification Research Center, Dezhou Municipal Public Security Bureau, Dezhou 253000, Shandong, P.R. China ²Xinyang Municipal Public Security Bureau, Xinyang 464000, Henan, P.R. China ³Institute of Forensic Science and Technology, Dalian Municipal Public Security Bureau, Dalian 116000, Liaoning, P.R. […]
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! Forensic Evidence Links Man to Fourth Murder in 1980s Cold Cases (WAVY10 – 11/13/2025) […]
Call for Workshop Proposals: Share Your Expertise at ISHI 2026 in Providence, RI
Every lab has that one person everyone turns to when things get tricky — the one who knows the difference between “good enough” and courtroom ready. If that’s you, it’s time to bring your experience to the global stage. The International Symposium on Human Identification (ISHI) is now accepting workshop proposals for ISHI 37, taking […]
Highlights from the 36th International Symposium on Human Identification
As the 36th International Symposium on Human Identification (ISHI) comes to a close, one thing is clear — the future of forensic science has never looked brighter. This year, forensic scientists, DNA analysts, students, and industry leaders from around the world came together in West Palm Beach, Florida to share discoveries, challenge ideas, and celebrate […]
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! University to Partner with Moxxy Forensic Investigations for Internships (Forensic – 11/05/2025) Texas A&M […]
What 24 Hours Without a Phone Taught this Millennial about Networking at a Conference
I came to San Diego with a plan. I’d start each morning with an iced chai latte from Starbucks, walk to the sessions, sit at exactly the 5th seat in from the end of the row (no one REALLY wants to sit right next to each other, so once seat 3 is taken, you’re in […]
Novel Promega Enzyme Tackles Biggest Challenge in DNA Forensics
Sponsored by Promega On September 25, 2024, Promega Research Scientist David Mokry addressed a full audience at the International Symposium on Human Identification. The event brings together people from the forensic DNA industry – criminalists, analysts, lab directors and more – eager to learn about advancements in the field. Over the next 20 minutes, David […]
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! Scientists Extracted DNA from Unknown Revolutionary War Soldiers. The Quest to Identify Them Breathes […]