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The Missing Piece – FGG series by ISHI
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New Software Revolutionizes DNA Evidence Analysis in Forensic Labs
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The Polygraph: Understanding the Science Behind Lie Detection
The article discusses the history, science, and legal issues surrounding the polygraph, also known as…
Postmortem Confirms Shiau Mohamed Saeed Was Stabbed After Death
The postmortem report of Shiau Mohamed Saeed, who was found brutally murdered in August, showed…
Unlocking the Secrets of Death: Carrion Insects in Forensic Science
Groundbreaking research from Athens, Greece, offers new insights into carrion insects' role in forensic science,…
Forensic Nurses: Roles & Responsibilities and Education Requirements
Forensic nurses are important members of the healthcare team and play a crucial role in…
AI Revolutionizes PCR: Smart Thermocyclers in DNA Profiling
Discover how AI is transforming PCR analysis and revolutionizing DNA profiling, from forensic science to…
Pioneering Craniofacial Superimposition: Objective Evidence Evaluation for Identifying Human
Discover how a groundbreaking likelihood ratio framework is revolutionizing craniofacial superimposition in forensic science. Explore…
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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…
