The map will help archaeologists, conservation scientists, and forensics experts match artifacts and plant, animal, and human remains found at locations around the world back to their most likely region of origin within Africa, offering new insights on issues ranging from the history of the transatlantic slave trade to modern wildlife trafficking and human migration patterns. read more

On June 22, 1988, two 11-year-old girls were sexually assaulted during a sleepover in a playhouse attic on a property in Port Angeles, Wash. read more

While SEMO students learned valuable investigative skills by searching missing persons databases and conducting records research, Othram’s in-house forensic genetic genealogy team worked to develop new leads in the case. read more

A National Rapid DNA webinar is scheduled for Monday, January 13 at 12 pm EST. During the webinar, the FBI, FBINAA, and other notable speakers will discuss a significant FBI rule change. read more

From strengthening compensation laws to limiting the misuse of technology by law enforcement, these reforms represent steps toward a more equitable legal system for everyone. read more

The Carla Walker Act would dedicate federal grant funds to support forensic genetic genealogy (FGG) DNA analysis to help solve previously unsolvable cold cases. read more

After 14 months of investigation, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has completed its review of former forensic scientist Yvonne “Missy” Woods. read more

After nearly two decades, a person responsible for the murder of 42-year-old Suzanna Alvarado has been identified and arrested. read more

Research shows that charging inmates for their time in prison worsens economic hardship in marginalized communities, hinders rehabilitation efforts and fails to offset incarceration costs to the state. read more

The DNA Doe Project has identified the body of a man after nearly 40 years, in addition to skeletal remains recovered in 2012. read more