Forensic Advancements link Two Brothers to 1988 Rape
A 34-year-old sexual assault case was closed earlier this week with the arrest of George…
Unraveling the Illicit World of Doping In Sports
Explore the intricate world of doping in sports, from forensic detection methods to real-life cases…
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Understanding the Genetic Differences Between Identical and Fraternal Twins
Delve into the genetic distinctions between identical and fraternal twins, and how forensic science differentiates…
Unlock the Secrets of Your DNA with mtDNA Analysis
Unlock the secrets of your DNA with comprehensive mtDNA analysis. Uncover your genetic ancestry and…
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A Technology to Advance DNA Analysis, Developed by Wisconsin
Scientists at a Wisconsin headquartered in Dane County have developed new technology that has the…
DNA Myths Busted! Separating Fact from Fiction in Forensic Genetics
Separate fact from fiction in the world of forensic genetics. Discover the surprising truths behind…
New Polymer-Based Technology for Visualizing Latent Blood Fingerprints
A new fluorescent polymer-based technique allows for highly sensitive and nondestructive visualization of latent blood…
Virginia Forensic Science Reaches 15,000 DNA Data Bank Hits
Learn how Virginia's DNA Data Bank milestone has revolutionized forensic science, solving cold cases and…
2022 Report: Ireland’s DNA Database’s Significant Growth and Its Impact on Forensic Science
Discover how Forensic Science Ireland's 2022 advances in DNA profiling are revolutionizing crime-solving and ensuring…
Short-Read vs Long-Read mtDNA Sequencing: Which Is Better for Forensic Casework?
A 2026 pedigree-based study comparing short- and long-read mitochondrial genome sequencing found no single winner: long reads improved coverage uniformity…
How Large Should a Forensic DNA Population Database Be? New 8,237-Person Study Tests the Numbers
A new study of 8,237 Argentines shows that forensic DNA database sample size depends on the question: combined statistics stabilize…
Essential Forensic Propositions Hierarchy: Source, Activity, Offence
The hierarchy of propositions (source, activity, offence) is the backbone of evaluative reporting in modern forensics. This article explains how…
Can Old Hospital Samples Accurately Identify Disaster Victims?
Archived biopsies, cytology slides, diagnostic swabs and blood samples may provide direct antemortem DNA references when personal items or close…
Massive Backlog Strains Maharashtra Forensic Labs as Evidence Grows
Maharashtra’s forensic labs carried 54,897 pending cases into September 2026, with Cyber Forensics and TASI accounting for about 72% of…
New 16-Marker DNA Panel Targets Minor Contributors in Imbalanced Forensic Mixtures
A new 16-plex DIP-SNP assay detected a minor DNA contributor at a 1:20 mixture ratio under optimized conditions, offering a…
Four New Forensic DNA Standards Added to the OSAC Registry in 2026
NIST’s OSAC Registry added four 2026 forensic DNA standards covering contamination control, STR analysis training, CODIS training, and DNA reporting…



