U.S. flag

An official website of the United States government, Department of Justice.

Dot gov

The .gov means it’s official.
Federal government websites always use a .gov or .mil domain. Before sharing sensitive information online, make sure you’re on a .gov or .mil site by inspecting your browser’s address (or “location”) bar.

Https

The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.

Developing a High-Yield DNA Isolation Method Using Matrix Proteinase for Compromised Skeletal Samples

Award Information

Awardee
Sam Houston State University
Award #
2003-IJ-CX-K105
Funding Category
Competitive
Location

Huntsville, TX

Awardee County
Walker
Congressional District
8
Status
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2003
Total funding (to date)
$25,001
Original Solicitation
National Forensic Sciences Improvement Act

Description of original award (Fiscal Year 2003, $25,001)

PROJECT SUMMARY 2003-IJ-CX-K105

This award will develope a modified to improve the yield of DNA isolation from bones samples by introducing a matrix proteinase treatment step after the grinding and prior to the actula DNA extraction. Yhe method is expected to increase the yield of DNA isolation and should lead to a higher success rate in generating
genotype profiles for the subsequent DNA analysis. The method will increase the ability of scientist and research to identify human remains of mass fatality incidents.

Date Created: September 29, 2003

Similar Awards