Handbook of DNA Forensic Applications and Interpretation

This handbook provides a comprehensive guide to DNA forensic testing methodologies, bioinformatics techniques, case studies, and the legal framework for investigating crimes. It covers advanced DNA collection kits, evidence collection, preservation, analysis, legislation, expert evidence, and successful case studies. It also discusses the use of AI and IoT techniques for DNA data analysis, DNA databanks, and training manpower. The aim is to equip police, investigators, and crime analysis laboratories with the knowledge and tools to effectively use DNA technology in criminal investigations, ensuring timely reporting and delivering accurate results.

Format: Hardback
Length: 191 pages
Publication date: 02 July 2022
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This comprehensive handbook delves into extensively tested and proven DNA forensic testing methodologies, forensic bioinformatics techniques, case studies, and the current forensic legal framework for investigating a wide range of crimes. It serves as a valuable resource in providing conclusive evidence for swift justice. DNA testing has become increasingly prevalent in forensic investigations, revolutionizing the way crimes are investigated. The book encompasses chapters on the utilization of modern DNA collection kits, the effective collection and preservation of evidence, advanced DNA sample analysis in specialized laboratories, DNA legislation, expert testimony, challenging and successful case studies, data generation and application of AI and IoT techniques for DNA data analysis, DNA databanks, and the training of manpower to facilitate timely reporting to requesting agencies. By equipping and enabling law enforcement, investigators, and crime analysis laboratories with cutting-edge tools, procedures, and techniques, this handbook empowers them to effectively link or exclude criminals from committing crimes. It is anticipated that this handbook will be widely used by first responders, police officers, forensic analysts, judges, evidence handlers, and students and scholars of criminology and forensic sciences across the globe. The primary objective behind its creation is to disseminate knowledge about DNA technology and its significance to the general public and professionals, ensuring its proper utilization as a tool whenever necessary. It is evident that awareness of DNA technology has witnessed a commendable growth, with courts and investigating agencies expressing confidence in its accuracy, reliability, and the unparalleled peace it offers through various DNA fingerprinting and DNA profiling techniques.

Weight: 477g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811900426
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022