DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid)
A description of the likelihood ratios in the probabilistic genotyping software STRmix™
Date Published
October 2020
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NIJ-Sponsored
A guide to results and diagnostics within a STRmix™ report
Date Published
October 2019
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NIJ-Sponsored
Identification and Detection of Cosmetics Transferred during Close Personal Attacks
Date Published
2021
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NIJ-Sponsored
Just Science Podcast: Just Identifying Lake Erie John Doe
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Date Published
December 2022
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NIJ-Sponsored
When DNA Samples Are Complicated: Calculating Variation in Mixed Samples Interpretation
Date Published
December 2022
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NIJ
Just Science Podcast: Just Identifying Gacy's Victims Part 2
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Date Published
December 2022
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NIJ-Sponsored
Just Science Podcast: Just Identifying Gacy's Victims Part 1
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Some content in this podcast may be considered sensitive and may evoke emotional responses, or may not be appropriate for younger audiences.
Date Published
December 2022
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NIJ-Sponsored
Massively Parallel Mitogenome Sequencing: Building a Strong Foundation for the Interpretation of MPS MtDNA
DJO-NIJ-22-RO-0005
Open
Funding First Awarded
2021
$624,692
A genotype likelihood function for DNA mixtures
Date Published
September 2022
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NIJ-Sponsored
Functionalized Aptamers for Detection of Small-Molecule Targets
Date Published
2019
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NIJ-Sponsored
Shedding Light on Assault
November 2022
Series
Senior Science Writer Maya Pilkington is joined by “the Paintball Lady” – Dr. Katherine Scafide. Dr. Scafide shares how her research on detecting bruises and skills as a forensic nurse help pediatric and adult assault and domestic violence victims by providing clear documentation.
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The number of alleles in DNA mixtures with related contributors
Date Published
November 2022
Agencies
NIJ-Sponsored
NIJ Awards Over $11 Million to Support Forensic Science Research and Development in 2022
On September 30, 2022, NIJ announced $11.6 million in funding to support 23 projects under the “NIJ FY22 Research and Development in Forensic Science for Criminal Justice Purposes” solicitation. Through its research and development grant funding, NIJ continues to advance the speed, accuracy, and reliability of forensic analysis, which ultimately bolsters the...