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FBI- The FBI and DNA, Part 1In 1998, the FBI launched the national DNA system(NDIS), along with the Combined DNA index system(CODIS). It is the repository of known offender DNA records.
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Short tandem repeat (STR) markers where used to create a Y-DNA signature (haplotype) and then compare hat Y-DNA signature to others in a database.
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The tablet computers was invented in 2001 it is used to help cops with witness statements, file reports, photograph evidence, view area maps, and even sketch crime scene.
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They created an online footwear coding and detection system. This helps police to identify footwear marks quickly.
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scientists visualize fingerprints even after the print has been removed in a crime scene
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The Pentagon researchers are evaluating prototypes of Accelerated Nuclear DNA equipment (ANDE) system which will determine DNA results in 90 minutes. http://www.usatoday.com/story/nation/2014/01/27/rapid-dna-scanning-technology/4828285/
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The GPS vehicle pursuit dart is used to track down fleeing cars in a crime scene
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In 2013 they authorizes the SAFER Act, it was to help cities and states test an estimated 400,000 rape kits lining shelves at police departments across the country.
