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Ancient DNA Reveals Lost Population from Colombia
The discovery reveals that this population of hunter-gatherers left no genetic descendants in the groups that followed them, indicating a complete replacement by another migration from Central America. read more
Genealogy IDs Suspect in 1980 Murder Case Popularized by Movie
Now, police are certain they have identified the man actually responsible for Brow’s murder after modern-day analysis of blood left at the crime scene and subsequent genetic genealogy. read more
Ramapo Students, Cold Case Unit Identify 2011 John Doe
A man was found under a bridge in Phoenix, Arizona on October 13, 2011. He had apparently died as the result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He had no identification on him when he was found. read more
New AI Research Reveals Hidden Human Trafficking Recruitment Networks
Groundbreaking study uses machine learning to trace sex trafficking supply chains, empowering law enforcement with early intervention tools. read more
Othram Expands Forensic Technology Offerings
Originally developed in-house for its own genomic services, these solutions will allow other laboratories, agencies, and partners to leverage the same advanced capabilities that power Othram’s forensic success. read more
Can Police be Trained to be Fairer? New Study Says Yes
With police departments across the U.S. and around the world looking for ways to improve public trust and community relationships, this study suggests that integrating procedural justice training into standard law enforcement education could be a high-impact, low-cost strategy. read more
Data Reveals Fentanyl-related Precursors, Byproducts, Intermediates in 2024, 2025 Drug Supply
In June 2024, befuddled forensic scientists started detecting the presence of BTMPS—a light stabilizer evaluated for use in plastic materials—in the recreational drug supply, specifically as an adulterant alongside fentanyl. read more
Othram IDs Skull Separated from Remains Sometime After 1980
Because the skull’s origin and context were unclear, forensic evidence was sent to Othram to determine if advanced DNA testing and forensic genetic genealogy could assist in the identification. read more
University to Launch New Bachelor of Science in Forensics in the Fall
The program will incorporate Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Criminology and Investigation, Legal Studies, Physics, and Statistics courses to develop skilled, professional graduates. read more
University Receives $3 M Investment for Research, Operations
This investment in the center will help support specific research projects that focus on topics important to the province and will be identified collaboratively between USask and the ministry. read more
Thousands of Pediatric Firearm Deaths Linked to More Permissive State Gun Laws
In states with the most permissive firearm laws, researchers found evidence of 6,029 more pediatric deaths due to firearms than would have been expected based on the existing demographic trends—and more than 1,400 excess deaths in states with permissive firearm laws. read more
Police Spending Linked to Shorter Lives for Black Americans
A groundbreaking study finds that increased police spending correlates with more suicides and police-related deaths among Black Americans, while greater investment in housing may help reduce those risks. read more
A Link Between Law Enforcement Leadership and Occupational Stress
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Effective communication and listening will increase trust within the law enforcement organization and between team members. read more
1960 Marriage Announcement Helps DNA Doe Project Identify Remains
A marriage announcement from 1960 recorded a couple marrying in Indiana, and the team’s research connected the Doe’s DNA to the families of both the husband and wife. read more
Study: AI Shows Promise in Evaluating Complex Forensic Evidence
An international research collaboration has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) systems, particularly those enhanced with specialized forensic knowledge, can substantially improve the evaluation of forensic evidence in legal contexts. read more