$1,000 Genome will improve health, lower healthcare costs
Last year, the going cost to get one’s genome sequenced was about $10,000. Now it will be closer to one…
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Explainer: Rapid DNA technology
The introduction of “Rapid DNA” technology will revolutionize the practice of forensics. The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is…
Explainer: DNA and DNA Profiling
Among various possible biometric modalities, DNA provides the most reliable personal identification. It is intrinsically digital, and does not change…
Forensic technologies market to reach $17.7 billion by 2019: report
According to a newly-published report, the forensic technologies market, which includes biometrics, has been valued at USD $8.3 billion in…
UK Home Office launches public consultation on biometric data retention
The Secretary of State for the United Kingdom’s Home Office, Theresa May, has published a letter launching a public consultation…
Online DNA profiles create potential privacy risks
A recent scientific study has determined that genetic information that is publicly available online can be used to identify others. A team…
McDonald’s using DNA-based security system in Australia
In an effort to crack down on theft at McDonald’s locations in Australia, the fast-food restaurant chain has hired a British…
BrandWatch develops biometrics for taggants
BrandWatch Technologies, which develops and manufactures microscopic particles called “taggants” and detection devices has completed a new detection device called…
DC court rejects and discredits forensic sciences report
The DC appeals court has limited the role that a 2009 report on forensic sciences can play in criminal proceedings…
Europe’s largest biometrics event to be held in London
The Biometrics Exhibition and Conference, to be held in London from October 29 to 31 will bring together more than…
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