DNA and Protein Analyses of Hair in Forensic Genetics

Overview

Journal Int J Legal Med

Specialty Forensic Sciences

Date 2023 Feb 2

PMID 36732435

Authors

Zhiyong Liu

Halimureti Simayijiang

Qiangwei Wang

Jingyi Yang

Hongyu Sun

Riga Wu

Jiangwei Yan

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Abstract

Hair is one of the most common pieces of biological evidence found at a crime scene and plays an essential role in forensic investigation. Hairs, especially non-follicular hairs, are usually found at various crime scenes, either by natural shedding or by forcible shedding. However, the genetic material in hairs is usually highly degraded, which makes forensic analysis difficult. As a result, the value of hair has not been fully exploited in forensic investigations and trials. In recent years, with advances in molecular biology, forensic analysis of hair has achieved remarkable strides and provided crucial clues in numerous cases. This article reviews recent developments in DNA and protein analysis of hair and attempts to provide a comprehensive solution to improve forensic hair analysis.

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