Learn how forensic genetic genealogy brought justice to 17-year-old Carla Walker, who was tragically abducted and murdered in 1974. After 46 years, her case was solved in 2020 thanks to groundbreaking advancements in forensic DNA technology. In this webinar, Michael Vogen, Othram’s Director of Account Management, takes you behind...
To fully realize the promise of forensic genetic genealogy, it is essential to enable FGG for all, so it can be used equitably to identify suspects, name the unidentified, and exonerate the wrongfully accused.
We have developed a first-of-its-kind molecular forensic information system that can encode detailed sample information, improving workflow history, tracking, contamination detection, & authenticity verification.
While autosomal SNP markers are central to forensic genetic genealogy, mtDNA and Y-DNA markers offer valuable lineage-specific insights, at no additional cost, that enhance and accelerate forensic investigations.
One of the greatest challenges to launching a successful forensic genetic genealogy (FGG) or Multi-Dimensional Forensic Intelligence (MDFI) program is securing funding. We understand that finding financial support—whether from your department’s budget or through external resources—can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure where to start. This...
Familial search (FS) and forensic genetic genealogy (FGG) both use kinship relationships to generate investigative leads but differ significantly in scope and application.
