by lily | Oct 6, 2021 | News
Due to a DNA sample recovered from a burned body found in Salisbury Township and comparison with a relative’s DNA, Mitotyping Technologies, LLC was able to provide critical forensic evidence that confirmed the victim’s identity. This evidence contradicted the initial... by lily | May 7, 2015 | News
In 2015, the FBI disclosed that hair microscopy—a forensic method involving visual comparison of hair samples—had been widely misapplied, with analysts providing flawed testimony in over 95% of reviewed cases, potentially impacting more than 3,000 defendants,... 
by lily | Oct 29, 2009 | News
Her identity remained a mystery for 55 years. However, in October 2009 that all changed. Mitotyping Technologies, LLC notified the Sheriff’s office that they had made a match between “Jane Doe’s” DNA profile and that of a woman who thought the unidentified murder... by lily | Mar 28, 2005 | News
In 2005, Japanese officials announced that DNA tests on cremated remains returned by North Korea—purportedly those of abductee Megumi Yokota—did not match her DNA. However, the scientist who conducted the tests later admitted they were inconclusive due to potential... by lily | Aug 6, 2004 | News
In 2004, DNA testing in Kevin Cooper’s case revealed that hairs found on the victims likely belonged to them, not an alternate suspect, undermining his innocence claim. Conducted by Dr. Terry Melton, an expert recommended by Cooper’s defense, the tests were... by lily | Aug 5, 2004 | News
The “CSI effect” refers to the influence of forensic crime television shows on jurors’ expectations for scientific evidence in trials. According to a 2004 article, prosecutors, defense lawyers, and judges have observed that jurors increasingly demand...