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    The technique of DNA profiling was first discovered in 1985 by Sir Alec Jefferys, a Leicester University geneticist. The work that he did in the laboratory led to the discovery of the technique for genetic profiling, which revealed a pioneer method of biological identification. A humans DNA can be found in hair, saliva, blood, and other various human properties. Sir Alec Jeffreys knew that what he had done was going to be revolutionary. After his discovery, he said “My life changed on Monday morning at 9:05 am, September 10th, 1984. What emerged what the world’s first genetic fingerprint” (3). Since it was first discovered in 1985, DNA profiling has had a significant impact on society and has changed forensic science for the better by expanding the amount of information we are capable of obtaining, making it a turning point in history. Scientific Foundation of DNA Profiling The DNA (also known as Deoxyribonucleic acid) in cells is formed of two long strands that wrap around each other. There are four different types of bases in DNA, A (adenine), C (cytosine), G (guanine), T (thymine). These bases join together, A with T and U with G, to form a structure that looks like the twisted steps of a…

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    Every human in this world has deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), which gives humans their very own unique individuality. Determining personal characteristics from eye color to height, DNA is the genetic code to the human body. Every person carries about three billion DNA bases in each cell and the DNA in each cell is virtually identical (Edmondston 1).Genetic testing is used to show the subtle changes between humans DNA to form each one 's individuality. As time goes on, fears about the privacy of…

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    of Justice’s article “Extending Time to Collect DNA in Sexual Assault Cases” explains the usage of DNA profiling in identifying a suspect in a sexual assault case, but the current standard DNA profiling methods have different shortcomings. DNA profiles often require the use of short sequences that repeat a number of times, called short tandem repeats (STRs). With the current DNA profiling method, many jurisdictions require the samples to be collected within three days of the sexual assault. This…

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    Introduction DNA profiling, also known as genetic fingerprinting is a method used to identify and evaluate genetic information/DNA in an individual. It is common knowledge that each individual (excluding identical twins) has a unique DNA sequence which makes DNA profiling the most appropriate method of determining paternal relationships and solving crimes. DNA samples can be analysed to produce a DNA profile which can be used as evidence in criminal investigations when matched to samples of…

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    in which DNA that can identify people by using finger prints also known as DNA Profiling (http://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/whoami/findoutmore/yourgenes/whydoscientistsstudygenes/whatisdnaprofiling.aspx). Fingerprints are unique to everyone, even identical twins boast different prints so with that in mind fingerprints where a used as a new method of investigating crime scenes. Later new part of the body was found to be unique just like fingerprints, arias like the iris, ears and the DNA code. In…

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    Today, DNA profiling is well used all over the world. DNA profiling was developed by the geneticist of the Leicester University in 1985. DNA profiling is the process where a specific DNA pattern, called a profile, is obtained from a person or sample of bodily tissue (“DNA profiling Biotech Learning Hub”). By learning DNA profiling, it enable us to identify individuals. It is really common to use DNA profiling now and a lot of people starts to use the technology. While supporters of using DNA…

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    database dedicated to storing DNA profiles of individuals. The primary purpose of a DNA database is to ease the identification process of suspects during criminal investigations. Despite the intention to do good, the concept of a DNA database is vulnerable to a number of complications and repercussions, affecting the government, general public and crime detectives. Biological Significance DNA Profiling is a forensic process utilised to identify individuals by the characteristics of their DNA.…

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    DNA databases store profiles of the DNA of those who have been suspects in investigations or convicted of crimes and are useful in matching samples taken from crime scenes. Many people believe that the DNA databanks are an invasion of privacy because it is such personal, genetic information. People are afraid the DNA could possibly end up misused, while others believe that the databanks are a completely useful and practical source for DNA profiling in crimes. The US would benefit greatly from…

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    DNA Profiling Introduction DNA profiling is a scientific process that was founded in 1985 by a Leicester University Geneticist Alec Jeffreys. DNA profiling can be defined as gathering tiny amounts of genetic materials from a sample of blood which belongs to one individual and using it as a method of identification via biological analysis. One of the methods used in DNA profiling is Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Which is a 3 step process used to amplify small segments of DNA. Firstly the DNA…

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    DNA profiling is a fast paced technology that allows DNA to be sampled and connected to the identity of one person. One of the main uses for DNA profiling includes finding DNA at crime scenes and having the ability to work out the events that may have occurred (Better Health, 2015). This process includes the collection and sampling of DNA found at the scene of the crime to those who are suspected to have committed a crime. In Australia in 2011, 60% of those held in custody have previously been…

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