In perhaps one of the more unique datasets in science, a team of researchers from Spain has shown that unrelated people who have look-alikes share not only strong facial similarity but genetic variants as well.
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Authorities are investigating Artmen's link to other murders. He has already been tied through DNA to a 2006 Maryland homicide.
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A new lead developed in 2012. Evidence recovered from Gravel's clothing was instrumental in solving the case.
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Proving a sexual assault case in a courtroom often presents multiple challenges, but Research Assistant Professor Mike Marciano is working to help change that.
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The Michigan State Police crime lab has stopped screening blood samples for THC, the compound that gives marijuana users a high, after problems with testing, a spokeswoman said.
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There are about 500 practicing forensic pathologists in the United States—only about half the actual number that is needed. Methods that can streamline postmortem examinations without compromising accuracy can help meet demand, potentially at reduced cost.
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Unregistered, unserialized weapons produced with Polymer80 parts have turned up at crime scenes across the country, but state-level efforts to close ghost gun loopholes continue to fall short.
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Nurses complete a number of tasks to learn how to conduct a sexual assault examination. The goal is to help them become comfortable performing the exam before working with a live standardized patient.
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Using aDNA, archaeologists discovered that an ancient Greek leader known today as the Griffin Warrior likely grew up around the seaside city he would one day rule.
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In partnership with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), the curriculum provides those working in animal services a comprehensive skillset to oversee animal cruelty cases.
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