Tim Schellberg, President of Gordon Thomas Honeywell Government Affairs (GTH-GA), will discuss the cases and results of the 4th annual DNA Hit of the Year program. The DNA Hit of the Year is a global program designed to recognize the value of DNA database technology to solve and prevent crime. Every year, GTH-GA partners with an esteemed panel of international judges to review the case submissions and determine which case will be recognized.
The program brings recognition to the use and expansion of national DNA databases so crime victims may receive the justice they deserve. The program also recognizes the extraordinary commitment of the forensic DNA scientists and criminal investigators who use DNA databases to ensure that justice is served.
In this webinar you’ll hear about:
• The benefits and policy considerations of incorporating Y-STR analysis and familial searching into a DNA database program
• Case examples on how genetic genealogy is being used to not only identify criminals, but to exonerate, and identify human remains
• The advantages of expanding national DNA databases with increased sample numbers