Here we introduce the “Perfect” STR profile, then explore the typical pitfalls encountered during STR analysis and offer practical solutions. Our aim is to help forensic scientists navigate these challenges to achieve consistent and accurate outcomes. read more

Despite Elliott-Littlehale having died nearly 110 years ago, Othram scientists were able to successfully extract DNA from these skeletal remains, build an ultra-sensitive DNA profile, and perform the genealogical research to identify Elliott-Littlehale's displaced remains. read more

At CrimeCon in Nashville, the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) unveiled a brand-new age progression image of Tabitha Tuders, who disappeared on her way to her school bus stop in 2003. read more

Twenty-five years after the murder of 26-year-old Lincoln, Ontario resident, Nadine Gurczenski, Joseph Archie “Raymond” Brousseau has been identified as her killer. read more

The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with Intermountain Forensics and the Coconino County Office of the Medical Examiner has identified remains found at the base of Mt. Elden in 2019 as Mark Austin Dunne, a man reported missing from Phoenix in 2017. read more

Forensic image processing (FIP) involves the computer restoration and enhancement of surveillance imagery. The goal of FIP is to maximize information extraction from surveillance imagery, especially imagery that is noisy, incomplete, or over/under exposed. Although this definition is with respect to surveillance imagery, FIP techniques can be applied to other types of images, such as retinal images, shoe impression images, UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) infrared images, and more. read more

In June 1993, the skeletal remains of an unidentified individual were discovered on a construction site in Marietta, Georgia. Using this new information, a follow-up investigation was conducted leading investigators to potential relatives of the woman. This investigation led to the positive identification of the woman. read more

In a new study, it is shown how the population of bacteria on a person’s skin leaves traces on the clothes they wear – and these traces last for months and can be used to uniquely identify the wearer. read more

In 2022, an estimated 13.6 million people drove under the influence of illicit drugs during the prior year. Alcohol is not the only concern; the use of illicit drugs, legalized drugs such as cannabis, and the abuse of prescription medications may also impair a driver’s abilities. read more

Orange County Sheriff’s investigators have released an updated forensic rendering of a 2006 Jane Doe to help identify the woman. read more