Forensics

New Foundation Established to Stem Rising Incidence of Suicide in Veterinarians

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

It was established as a response to the startling high suicide rates among veterinarians.

Key Points: 
  • It was established as a response to the startling high suicide rates among veterinarians.
  • Veterinarians are about three times more likely than the general population to die by suicide.
  • Veterinarians are about three times more likely than the general population to die by suicide.
  • "To truly stem the incidence of suicide in veterinarians, people need to first know that it's a problem.

Grayshift Announces Record Growth and Continued Innovation in Mobile Forensics Market

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021

"Law enforcement agencies need solutions like GrayKey that provide trusted, unequaled access to digital evidence, reducing the backlog of previously inaccessible mobile devices sitting in evidence.

Key Points: 
  • "Law enforcement agencies need solutions like GrayKey that provide trusted, unequaled access to digital evidence, reducing the backlog of previously inaccessible mobile devices sitting in evidence.
  • Grayshift\'s continued growth is a testament to how our technology is being used to help our law enforcement partners solve crimes and safeguard our communities.
  • Moreover, Grayshift filled strategic senior positions, including:\n"As Grayshift has shown with the incredible adoption rate of GrayKey, the digital forensics industry is ripe for disruption.
  • "\nGrayshift is a leading provider of mobile device digital forensics, specializing in lawful access and extraction.

ANDE Launches Rapid DNA Booking Management Solution - First in Industry to Receive FBI Approval for Use in Booking Stations

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Monday, February 8, 2021

Retired Chief of Police, Chris Moore commented, "As one of the original members of the Rapid DNA Task Force, "I am thrilled to see that the FBI has approved the first NDIS certified Rapid DNA instrument for booking identification.

Key Points: 
  • Retired Chief of Police, Chris Moore commented, "As one of the original members of the Rapid DNA Task Force, "I am thrilled to see that the FBI has approved the first NDIS certified Rapid DNA instrument for booking identification.
  • The deployment of ANDE Rapid DNA in booking will help quickly identify offenders and will significantly reduce victimization as this initiative expands across the country."
  • The ANDE Rapid DNA identification system is a scientifically validated technology that generates up to 5 DNA ID's simultaneously in approximately 90 minutes.
  • ANDE and ANDE RAPID DNA are registered trademarks of ANDE Corporation.

Bode Technology Announces New DNA Technical Leader

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021

LORTON, Va., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bode Technology, a leading provider of forensic laboratory testing services, is excited to announce Kristin Sasinouski as the DNA Technical Leader.

Key Points: 
  • LORTON, Va., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bode Technology, a leading provider of forensic laboratory testing services, is excited to announce Kristin Sasinouski as the DNA Technical Leader.
  • Bode has been a leader in clearing DNA backlogs and implementing new technologies, including rapid DNA and forensic genetic genealogy , to deliver investigative leads to law enforcement and crime laboratories.
  • For 25 years, Bode has been a leader in forensic DNA analysis.
  • Bode operates one of the most internationally respected private DNA laboratories and provides a comprehensive set of state-of-the-art forensic DNA collection products, DNA analysis services, and research services around the world.

Statement: Suicide Rate Decreases for First Time in 10 Years According to Most Recent CDC Data (Year 2019)

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Tuesday, December 22, 2020

NEW YORK, Dec. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the CDC released its most recent data related to suicide for the year 2019.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Dec. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the CDC released its most recent data related to suicide for the year 2019.
  • While suicide is still the 10th leading cause of death, according to these data, the suicide rate went down for the first time in two decades.
  • Emerging data from several countries show no evidence of increased suicide rates during the first few months of the pandemic.
  • The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide.

STRmix™ Launches New Version of DBLR Application for DNA Evidence

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Wednesday, December 2, 2020

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A powerful new version of DBLR, an investigative application for rapidly calculating likelihood ratios (LRs) in DNA evidence, is being launched today.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A powerful new version of DBLR, an investigative application for rapidly calculating likelihood ratios (LRs) in DNA evidence, is being launched today.
  • Likelihood ratios are used to assess the strength of DNA evidence and how likely it is that DNA found at a crime scene belongs to specific individuals.
  • Both of these features significantly advance DBLR as a tool for generating vital intelligence information from DNA profiling evidence."
  • To date, STRmix, key part of the total workflow incorporating DBLR, has been used to interpret DNA evidence in more than 220,000 cases worldwide.

Automated Fingerprint Identification System Suppliers Strategic Positioning and Leadership Quadrant, 2020 Report - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, September 15, 2020

The "Automated Fingerprint Identification System Suppliers Strategic Positioning and Leadership Quadrant" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Automated Fingerprint Identification System Suppliers Strategic Positioning and Leadership Quadrant" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Major players in automated fingerprint identification system market have diversified product portfolios, strong geographical reach, and have made several strategic initiatives.
  • The analyst, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the global automated fingerprint identification system suppliers and has come up with a comprehensive research report, Leadership Quadrant and Strategic Positioning of Automated Fingerprint Identification System Suppliers.
  • Using its proprietary research methodology, the analyst has developed a comparative analysis tool, the Leadership Quadrant,' which identifies leaders, contenders, visionaries, and specialists in the automated fingerprint identification system market and rates each automated fingerprint identification system producer.

FBI Approves Thermo Fisher Scientific's Rapid DNA Solution for National DNA Index System

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Tuesday, September 8, 2020

The RapidHIT ID System is a fully automated, sample-to-answer genetic analyzer, allowing for analysis of DNA reference samples in as little as 90 minutes.

Key Points: 
  • The RapidHIT ID System is a fully automated, sample-to-answer genetic analyzer, allowing for analysis of DNA reference samples in as little as 90 minutes.
  • NDIS approval of the RapidHIT ID System by the FBI paves the way for the technology to be used in booking stations for fast DNA processing.
  • Previously, data generated from the RapidHIT ID System required review and interpretation from a qualified DNA analyst.
  • The NDIS-approved Rapid DNA system comprises the Applied Biosystems RapidHIT ID instrument, GlobalFiler Express typing kit, RapidHIT ID ACE GlobalFiler Express sample cartridge, RapidHIT ID System Software version 1.3, and RapidHIT ID Expert System software version 1.0.

Promega Launches Spectrum Compact CE Benchtop DNA Analysis Instrument with Hitachi High-Tech

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Tuesday, September 1, 2020

The instrument supports applications such as microsatellite instability analysis, mixed sample analysis, forensic STR analysis, and cell line authentication.

Key Points: 
  • The instrument supports applications such as microsatellite instability analysis, mixed sample analysis, forensic STR analysis, and cell line authentication.
  • The Spectrum Compact CE is personal and thats one of the huge advantages that scientists will see with this instrument, says Promega Head of Research Doug Storts.
  • Promega is also offering extensive support to laboratories integrating a Spectrum Compact CE System into their workflow, including on-site instrument and software installation and operational training.
  • Hitachi High-Tech and Promega announced plans in 2017 to design a high-performing, high-value, compact capillary electrophoresis instrument.

NC State Crime Lab Now Using STRmix

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Tuesday, August 11, 2020

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The North Carolina State Crime Laboratory has begun using STRmix v2.7, sophisticated forensic software used to resolve mixed DNA profiles previously thought to be too complex to interpret.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The North Carolina State Crime Laboratory has begun using STRmix v2.7, sophisticated forensic software used to resolve mixed DNA profiles previously thought to be too complex to interpret.
  • The North Carolina State Crime Laboratory becomes the 57th forensic lab in the U.S. now using STRmix to interpret DNA profiles in criminal investigations.
  • With a full-service laboratory in Raleigh, a Western Regional Crime Lab in Edneyville, and a Triad Regional Crime Lab in Greensboro, the North Carolina State Crime Laboratory examines evidence related to criminal investigations free of charge for any North Carolina public law enforcement agency, including local, state, federal, military, and railroad police organizations.
  • Since its introduction eight years ago, STRmix has been used to interpret DNA evidence in more than 160,000 cases worldwide.