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Advanced Topics in DNA: New Methods/Cold Cases
January 29, 2021 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
ADVANCED TOPICS IN DNA
NEW METHODS TO SOLVE COLD CASES AND OTHER MAJOR CRIMES
Major advancements have been made in forensic DNA testing in recent years. These advancements in technology include increased in technology include increased sensitivity, new methods to interpret complex mixtures, specialized search techniques of the CODIS database, and many more. This class will highlight these advancements and focus on utilizing them when routing DNA analysis has not solved a case. This class will be particularly useful for looking at cold cases with a fresh eye to see if additional testing may be possible.
Topics Covered Will Include:
- Probabilistic genotyping software
- Familial searching of the CODIS database
- Y-STR testing
- New STR chemistries
- Phenotyping/ancestry testing
- Case Studies
Facilitators: Jennifer Dillon has been a forensic scientist with the MSP since 2005. She has case work experience in both the Biology/DNA discipline and in Trace Evidence. She is a current Board Member of the Midwest Association of Forensic Scientists and the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. Jennifer is also a member of the International Association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts.
Danielle Hankinson has been a forensic scientist in the biology/DNA discipline for over 15 years. She has worked for the Virginia Dept. of Forensic Science and the Michigan State Police and is currently employed by the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. Danielle has BS and MS degrees from Michigan State University, is certified in Molecular Biology by the American Board of Criminalistics, is an active member and a Past President of the Midwestern Association of Forensic Scientists, and has taught many classes to law enforcement, SANE personnel, college students, and the general public.
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint, MI 48507
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Personnel – Prepaid Non-Licensed members – $45 p/p All Others: $95.00 p/p
“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”