DNA transfer, prevalence and persistence

Project description

Forensic DNA samples collected from items and surfaces of interest are generally assumed to have been touched by hands during direct deposition. Increasingly, questions regarding the mode of deposition (direct contact during presumed criminal activity or innocent indirect DNA transfer) have been raised in court as an explanation of for the detected DNA. In light of these issues, better understanding of the DNA transfer, persistence, prevalence and recovery (DNA-TPPR) in forensic context requires extensive investigation. This project (s) will extend on the research conducted to date on the DNA-TPPR to further our understanding of these issues.

Industry involvement

This project may involve collaborations with various Forensic Services Departments

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