Overselling DNA Evidence

Overselling DNA Evidence

This Chicago Tribune article speaks for itself.  I can’t think of a better illustration of why forensic DNA consultants are important for the defense! Weak DNA evidence could undermine justice, experts say – chicagotribune
Sources of DNA for Forensic Testing

Sources of DNA for Forensic Testing

DNA suitable for the most common variety of forensic testing is found within cells in the human body.  The human body is rich with cellular material as there are trillions of cells that make up the human anatomy.  Most of our body parts contain cells with nuclei.  It...
Thoughts on Forensic Science Career

Thoughts on Forensic Science Career

As I was filling out a survey regarding my career in forensic science this morning, it gave me the idea to include some of the information on this blog.  Obviously, ‘forensics’ (as the term is generically used) is a hot career option due to the media attention in the...