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Collection of DNA Samples from Buried Unidentified Decedents.

Award Information

Awardee
Award #
2010-DN-BX-K207
Funding Category
Competitive
Location
Awardee County
Harris
Congressional District
Status
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2010
Total funding (to date)
$166,365

Description of original award (Fiscal Year 2010, $166,365)

The objective of the program is to collect DNA samples from unidentified decedents that are currently buried. The project design provides access to DNA samples through disinterment. Once the remains are accessible, complete anthropologic and dental examinations are conducted, DNA samples amenable to analysis are collected, and the complete decedent description is entered into NamUs. Harris County has approximately 425 cases dating back to 1957.

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Date Created: August 26, 2010