Resources & Insights
Practical guides and perspectives on forensic DNA software, validation, and laboratory workflows.
What Is a Combined Paternity Index (CPI)? How It's Calculated and What It Means
A plain-language explanation of the Combined Paternity Index (CPI): what it measures, how it's calculated across loci, and how it relates to the probability of paternity.
SWGDAM Validation Requirements for New Forensic DNA Software: A Practical Overview
SWGDAM doesn't certify software directly — laboratories must validate it internally. Here's what that validation process actually involves before new DNA software can be used in casework.
How to Reduce Copy-Paste and Manual Transcription Errors in Forensic DNA Reports
Manual copy-paste and transcription errors remain a preventable, recurring risk in forensic DNA reporting. Here's why they happen and what actually reduces them.
Offline vs. Cloud Forensic DNA Analysis Software: What Labs Need to Know
Offline and cloud-based forensic DNA analysis software involve real trade-offs in data control, accreditation, and reliability. Here's what forensic labs should weigh before choosing.
STR Mixture Interpretation: Screening Tools vs. Probabilistic Genotyping Software
Not all DNA mixture interpretation software works the same way. Here's the difference between inclusion/screening tools and full probabilistic genotyping systems, and when each is used.