One Year of Project 525: A Milestone in Justice and a Call to Finish What We Started
Project 525 is our mission to identify 525 murdered children in NamUs—join us in restoring their names and finding those responsible for their deaths.
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Rethinking the “Homicide Nexus” in Forensic Genetic Genealogy Guidelines
The DOJ should prioritize homicides and sex assaults for forensic genetic genealogy but allow unidentified human remains cases with undetermined or pending manners of death to remain eligible for investigation and funding.
Using John Doe Warrants and Forensic Genetic Genealogy to Keep Justice Within Reach
A first-of-its-kind case in the Maine court system is combining forensic genetic genealogy with a John Doe warrant to seek justice for a survivor of a 1996 sexual assault.
Why Federal Support is Critical for the Future of SNP Testing in Forensics
Massively parallel sequencing and SNP testing is the future of forensics, but federal support is necessary if we are to bring this future to everyone and their families.
Answers for Families, Justice for Victims
Despite advances in forensic DNA testing, too many murder cases and unidentified bodies remain unsolved. Private firms lead in innovation, but legacy gatekeepers’ reluctance to collaborate hinders progress. Embracing private sector technology will transform forensic science and help deliver justice.