The Time is Now for Ubiquitous Forensic mtMPS Analysis

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NCJ Number
307015
Journal
Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews (WIREs) Dated: MAY 2021
Author(s)
LAUREN C. CANALE
WALTHER PARSON
MITCHELL M. HOLLAND
Date Published
May 2021
Length
16 pages
Annotation

This article presents methodologies and merits for using massively parallel sequencing (MPS) approaches for mtDNA testing in forensic laboratories.

Abstract

Mitochondrial (mt) DNA sequence analysis is useful for assessing ancestral origin and migration, identifying human remains, and examining evidentiary material in forensic casework. Conventional Sanger-type sequencing (STS) has been used for more than three decades to address these interests. This paper reviews the methodologies and merits of using a massively parallel sequencing (MPS) approach for mtDNA testing in forensic laboratories. (Published Abstract Provided)

Grant Number(s)
2019-DU-BX-0045
Agencies
NIJ-Sponsored
Publication Type
Research (Applied/Empirical)
Award
mtGenome Sequencing of Human Hair Shafts Using an MPS Approach
Date Published: May 1, 2021

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