Othram - General Discussion - #3

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Ok for the science geeks out there:

In our latest peer-reviewed publication, we analyzed a massive dataset examining SNP sequencing performance from skeletal remains. SNP profile completeness is driven primarily by the proportion of endogenous human DNA relative to background DNA, not by the classical degradation metrics developed for STR testing. Among samples that met a minimal human DNA threshold, more than 95 percent generated usable SNP profiles.

Advancing the scientific foundation of forensic genomics is a core objective at Othram. That's how we get more cases solved.

Large-Scale Analysis of DNA Quantification Metrics and SNP Sequencing Performance in Unidentified Human Remains | Othram Research

In a massive study of SNP profiling from skeletal remains, we find the profile completeness is strongly associated with human:non-human DNA ratio, whereas classical STR-derived metrics show little predictive value.

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After 21 years, a suspect in a 2005 Valley County, Idaho sexual assault has been identified by the Valley County Sheriff’s Office, Idaho State Police Forensic Services, and Othram. Last year, the rape clearance rate was just 27%. That must change.

After 21 Years, an Idaho Sex Assault Suspect is Identified

 

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Kansas City Police Department, Daviess County Sheriff's Office, and Missouri State Highway Patrol, working with Othram, have now identified 1988 homicide victim Patricia Oveson Englund.

After 37 years, Daviess County Jane Doe (1987) is Identified

 

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Kansas City Police Department, Daviess County Sheriff's Office, and Missouri State Highway Patrol, working with Othram, have now identified 1988 homicide victim Patricia Oveson Englund.

After 37 years, Daviess County Jane Doe (1987) is Identified

Patricia's Doe thread: MO - MO - Daviess County, WhtFem 20-40, UP17221, Blond, 5'4", found on remote farm, Dec'88

 

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The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office used advanced DNA testing from Othram to identify remains found in 2019 as Linda Lee Schock. An investigation into her death continues.

Pierce County Jane Doe (2019) is Now Identified

 

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The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office used advanced DNA testing from Othram to identify remains found in 2019 as Linda Lee Schock. An investigation into her death continues.

Pierce County Jane Doe (2019) is Now Identified

Linda's Doe thread: WA - WA - Lake Tapps, WhtFem Adult - pre 50, UP72248, vacant lot, clothes, Aug'19

 

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Three announcements today + a new research study. What a day!