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Forensic DNA typing is currently conducted in approximately eight to ten hours. The process includes DNA extraction, quantitation, multiplex PCR amplification
Digital PCR (dPCR) is a method used to quantify nucleic acids (DNA, RNA, cDNA). At NIST we are using microfluidic and emulsion-based dPCR platforms for
There is ongoing interest in utilizing DNA typing methods for biometric purposes. Forensic DNA typing using STR markers has been performed in the criminal
NIST has produced several PCR-based DNA Profiling Standard Reference Materials (SRMs) for the forensic community. The primary uses of these materials are
Thank you for your interest in the DNA Technical Leader Survey. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), in collaboration with the National
The Expert Working Group on Human Factors in Forensic DNA Interpretation is charged with conducting a scientific assessment of the effects of human factors in
Currently, forensic DNA profiles consist of size measurements which are interpreted as the number of repeat units at STR (short tandem repeat) markers. Due to
Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) are integrated devices with critical applications in sensing, timing, signal processing, and biomedical diagnostics, and
We measured the levels of modified DNA bases following ү-irradiation of the halophilic archaeon, Halobacterium sp. str. NRC-1. In this first study to quantify
Immunohistochemistry (IHC) is used to visualize antigens in tissue sections by specific antigen-antibody interactions, an advantage over traditionally used
Toxicology represents the newest focus area for our group. The goal of this work is to compliment traditional toxicological research with development of