Innovations in Forensic Sciences for Human Identification by DNA in the French Gendarmerie during the Last 10 Years

Sauvagère, Stéphane; Pussiau, Amaury; Hubac, Sylvain; Gouello, Audrey; Poussard, Alexandre; Lavigne, Jean-Philippe; Larnane, Amel; Siatka, Christian; Hermitte, Francis

doi:10.3390/forensicsci3020024

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“…In addition, forensic molecular biology has extended its reach into areas such as forensic pathology, anthropology, and wildlife forensics, increasing capabilities in species identification, population genetics, and conservation efforts [ 3 , 4 ]. In particular, the use of increasingly advanced technologies has also enabled the resolution of “cold cases”, although numerous pitfalls remain related to the increased sensitivity of these techniques, such as “touch DNA”, “direct transfer”, and “indirect transfer” [ 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 ].…”

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Special Issue “Molecular Biology in Forensic Science: Past, Present and Future”

Sessa,

Salerno

2024

IJMS

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Salerno

2024

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Comparative analysis of models of organization of forensic activities: International experience

Tkachenko,

Alieksieichuk,

Yusupov

et al. 2024

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The purpose of the study was to identify the main models of organisation of the forensic system in Ukraine and to assess international experience in the field of expert support of justice, as well as to analyse ways to adapt modern world standards to national expert practice. The theoretical basis of the study was the documents defining the status and organisation of forensic experts in Ukraine, Latvia and the Czech Republic. The functions related to forensic examinations, examination, and seizure were analysed. It was revealed that the organisation of forensic expert activity in European countries is focused on creating an effective system of expert institutions and ensuring optimal conditions for conducting examinations by qualified specialists who are appropriately accredited and included in the official registers of forensic experts. It was emphasised that in Ukraine there is a mixture of two approaches to structuring forensic expert activity. The advantages of such a mixed model include harmonisation of forensic examinations, standardization of expert methods, accreditation of forensic laboratories and publicity of the register of forensic experts. The author substantiated the need to integrate the Ukrainian system of expert support of justice into the international context and to participate Ukrainian forensic institutions in international organisations that bring together foreign expert institutions. This will help to improve the procedures for the participation of forensic experts in justice. The author proposed to establish a single body – the National Service for the Provision of Forensic Expertise, which will be subordinated to the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine. Thus, the practical significance of the study is that its results can be used to centrally address the problem of methodological and information support of expert activity, which in turn will improve the organisation of forensic activities in Ukraine

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Subsampling Blood Swabs as an Efficient and Good Practice for RapidHIT ID® Analyses

Siatka,

Privat,

Franzoni

et al. 2024

Forensic Sciences

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Background/Objectives: Rapid DNA instruments are gaining interest in the forensic community as a means of generating DNA profile information more quickly than standard laboratory workflows, and they have the potential to be carried out in decentralized structures of the main laboratory, such as in French overseas territories, where no laboratory facilities are installed. Although this system has been shown to be effective in analyzing rich traces (such as blood) sampled on a swab, it has the disadvantage of consuming the entire swab for analysis. Since it is impossible to double the sampling from very few blood stains, we designed a subsampling protocol of the main swab for analysis on RapidHIT ID® instruments. Methods: Two volumes of blood (10 µL and 150 µL) from four individuals were applied to a regular Copan flocked swab and then subsampled by three different operators using a Copan mini (subungual) flocked swab to recover a portion of the biological material. Results:The analysis of the mini swabs allows us to obtain a complete genetic profile regardless of the initial volume, with a better genetic profile intensity associated with a higher initial volume deposited on the regular swab. Conclusions: Therefore, this study presents a novel, effective, and adaptable subsampling method that has the potential to significantly improve forensic DNA analysis, particularly in remote or decentralized settings. It offers a flexible solution to current limitations of RapidHIT ID® technology and paves the way for future advancements in genetic forensic science.

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Innovations in Forensic Sciences for Human Identification by DNA in the French Gendarmerie during the Last 10 Years

Cited by 3 publications

References 56 publications

Special Issue “Molecular Biology in Forensic Science: Past, Present and Future”

Special Issue “Molecular Biology in Forensic Science: Past, Present and Future”

Comparative analysis of models of organization of forensic activities: International experience

Subsampling Blood Swabs as an Efficient and Good Practice for RapidHIT ID® Analyses

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