forensic genetics
[fə-ˈren-sik jə-ˈne-tiks]
noun
genética forense
1. The application of genetic analysis and DNA testing to criminal investigations and legal proceedings to identify individuals, establish relationships, or determine paternity
Forensic genetics played a crucial role in solving the cold case by matching DNA evidence from the crime scene to the suspect's biological profile.
A genética forense foi crucial para resolver o caso antigo ao comparar evidências de DNA da cena do crime com o perfil biológico do suspeito.
2. The scientific discipline that combines genetics, molecular biology, and forensic science to analyze biological evidence in legal contexts
The forensic genetics laboratory extracted DNA from blood samples found at the crime scene.
O laboratório de genética forense extraiu DNA das amostras de sangue encontradas na cena do crime.
Forensic genetics has become increasingly important in both Brazilian and American legal systems since the 1990s. In Brazil, it is primarily utilized by federal police (Polícia Federal), civil police (Polícia Civil), and specialized forensic institutes. The field has gained prominence in high-profile criminal cases and is now commonly used in paternity disputes, missing persons cases, and homicide investigations. In the USA, DNA databases and CODIS (Combined DNA Index System) are widely used in criminal justice.
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