Advancing Criminal Investigations: Rapid DNA Program Considerations

Join Michael Garvey, Director of the Office of Forensic Science, and Ryan Gallagher, Criminalistics Unit Manager, both of the Philadelphia Police Department, as well as Robert O'Brien, Forensic Biology Section Leader, from the National Forensic Science Technology Center, for a candid look at new ways to combat crime. Director Garvey will describe the Philadelphia Police Department's vision of transparent policing through objective forensic science. 

Learn how his agency is expanding their laboratory toolbox to drive actionable intelligence that exonerates the innocent, identifies subjects, and links patterns to solve and reduce crime. Robert will share data from case-type sample testing to demonstrate the performance of Rapid and traditional DNA methods and procedures.

In this webinar, you will learn more about:

• Best practices for the non-CODIS use of Rapid DNA results from crime scene evidence
• Laboratory considerations for implementing a Rapid DNA program
• Tips and tricks for maximizing Rapid DNA results from evidence samples
• Post-Rapid DNA confirmatory testing with traditional DNA testing methods 

Who should attend:

• Laboratory Directors
• Forensic Technical leaders
• Forensic Biologists
• Crime Scene Investigators 

You can earn one hour of continuing education credit for attending each session by visiting thermofisher.com/hidsurvey.

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