DNA Forensics
Comprehensive resource covering forensic
identification, arising from the human genome project,
discussing accuracies, potential applications and databases
such as the Combined DNA Index System. Maintained at Oak
Ridge, TN.
STRBase
Short Tandem Repeat database for genetic
mapping and identity testing, comprehensively explained and
maintained by the National Institute of Standards and
Technology, Gaithersburg, MD.
Forensic
DNA Consulting
Resource aimed at attorneys, placing DNA
testing in perspective. Search for expert witness, training,
articles and bibliography from Richmond, CA.
Population Distribution
Link to CNN report on OJ Simpson Trial, from
expert witness Dr Bruce Weir, Professor of Statistics and
Genetics, North Carolina State University, NC.
How
DNA Evidence Works
Introduction to the steps in DNA
fingerprinting evidence gathering for law enforcement, and
its application from Howstuffworks Inc., Raleigh, NC.
Forensic Mathematics
Page of links on maths behind DNA
identification and population genetics. Reports and
biostatistics software from consultant in Oakland, CA.
Frontline
Interviews in which DNA evidence was
involved in court cases, with more examples since 1987, by
searching PBS from Alexandria, VA.
National DNA
Data Bank
Explains history, privacy, security,
statistics and case examples, with FAQ to justify the
instigation of DNA fingerprinting upon conviction, for
criminal records held in Ottawa, ON, Canada.
