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Entomology
Scientists at West Virginia University, Department of Biology discuss research in entomology
March 8th, 2008
New research, 'Application of DNA-based methods in forensic entomology,' is the subject of a report. According to recent research from the United States, "A forensic entomological investigation can benefit from a variety of widely practiced molecular genotyping methods. The most commonly used is DNA-based specimen identification." "Other applications include the identification of insect gut contents and the characterization of the population genetic structure of a forensically important insect species. The proper application of these procedures demands that the analyst be technically expert. However, one must also be aware of the extensive list of standards and...
Source: Law & Health Weekly (2008-03-08)
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