A forensic consultant says that investigators may use new DNA techniques to identify the human remains found in Hickory Hill ...

In this workshop session, moderated by Natalie Ram, University of Maryland King Carey School of Law, presenters provided perspective on law enforcement use of emerging forensic DNA technologies abroad ...

Advances in DNA sequencing technology help forensic biologists identify suspects where traditional DNA profiling has failed, ...

As investigators continue searching a wooded area in Hickory Hill, new details highlight the challenges authorities face in ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — The world of crime and DNA has evolved significantly over the past decade, including the use of phenotyping ...

Over the years, forensic science has undergone a significant transition from “trust the examiner” to “trust the scientific method”. This transition has been driven by technological advancements ...

LINN COUNTY, Oregon — The skeletal remains of a woman found in Linn County sat unidentified for nearly five decades, until now. The remains, found near Swamp Mountain in 1976, have been identified as ...

The following overview reflects information shared in presentations from multiple workshop speakers. They should not be construed as consensus or exhaustive definitions of the topics discussed. What ...

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