Blood Evidence: How DNA is Revolutionizing the Way We Solve Crimes.HENRY C. LEE AND FRANK TIRNADY Lee is best known for his testimony in the O.J. Simpson trial several years ago. However, he was also the chief criminalist crim·i·nal·ist n. A specialist in the collection and examination of the physical evidence of crime. crim for Connecticut for more than 20 years. During that time, he helped introduce forensic DNA analysis DNA analysis Any technique used to analyze genes and DNA. See Chromosome walking, DNA fingerprinting, Footprinting, In situ hybridization, Jeffries' probe, Jumping libraries, PCR, RFLP analysis, Southern blot hybridization. as a routine and reliable category of evidence in criminal and civil cases, as well as a helpful tool in identifying human remains, tracking diseases, and establishing paternity The state or condition of a father; the relationship of a father. English and U.S. Common Law have recognized the importance of establishing the paternity of children. . With writer Tirnady, Lee takes readers behind the yellow police tape at crime scenes to show them how genetic evidence is collected from cigarette butts and bloodstains. They explain the principles and science behind DNA testing DNA testing Analysis of DNA (the genetic component of cells) in order to determine changes in genes that may indicate a specific disorder. Mentioned in: Acoustic Neuroma, Retinoblastoma, Von Willebrand Disease . Moreover, they tell the history of how this science evolved over a short period and the implications for it in the future. Perseus Publng, 2003, 418 p., hardcover, $26.00. |
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