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February 10, 2021

Horizon: Signature Science to Attend Virtual 73rd AAFS

AAFS – February 16–19. The 73rd Annual American Academy of Forensic Sciences meeting has gone virtual! The breadth and depth of the latest in forensic science will be available to you from the comfort of your home and will remain online for a full 90 days. We’re excited to be contributing... MORE
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November 16, 2020

Horizon: Committed to Cooperation

The scientists at the Center for Advanced Genomics know that the best outcomes result from collaboration, and that’s why we, in partnership with Sam Houston State University, are so excited to join the Center for Advanced Research in Forensic Science (CARFS) as an industrial member. CARFS is an Industry University Cooperative Research... MORE
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October 21, 2020

Fractionation of DNA and Protein from Individual Latent Fingerprints for Forensic Analysis

Abstract: Human touch samples represent a significant portion of forensic DNA casework. Yet, the generally low abundance of genetic material combined with the predominantly extracellular nature of DNA in these samples makes DNA-based forensic analysis exceptionally challenging. Human proteins present in these same touch samples offer an abundant and environmentally-robust alternative.... MORE
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May 11, 2020

Signature Science Becomes First Private Laboratory to Implement STACS® Casework

Signature Science’s casework laboratory joins public DNA crime laboratories across the country in implementing the intuitive laboratory information management system. AUSTIN, TEXAS – May 12, 2020 – Signature Science, LLC, has implemented STACS Casework DNA sample tracking and laboratory management software in its ANAB-accredited laboratory in Austin, TX. The decision... MORE
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November 22, 2019

DNA-Touch™ – Synthetic Fingermarks for Genomics Research

Variability in the amount of DNA deposited by individuals when touching a surface poses a significant hurdle to the evaluation of forensic analysis methods for touch samples. No two human latent fingerprint samples are the same due to the “shedder” status of different individuals as well as other factors including... MORE