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The father of DNA fingerprinting pays tribute to a team effort
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The man who discovered DNA genetic fingerprinting has paid tribute to two of his former Â鶹ÊÓƵ colleagues who played a key role...
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Celebrating 40 years of DNA fingerprinting
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Today (10 September) marks the 40th anniversary of a ground-breaking discovery that transformed the way criminal investigations were carried out:...
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New scientific technique helps catch wildlife criminals
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DNA tests co-developed by scientists from the Â鶹ÊÓƵ and Scotland’s wildlife forensic lab are helping to catch criminals involved...
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Cat-ching criminals with DNA from pet hairs
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Cat hair could be the purr-fect way to catch criminals, according to researchers from the Â鶹ÊÓƵ.
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ announced as British Science Festival 2022 principal partner
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British Science Festival-goers will be treated to some incredible events courtesy of globally renowned experts from the Â鶹ÊÓƵ.
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Protecting endangered animals from illegal wildlife trade using mobile DNA sequencing
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ researchers presenting innovative DNA analysis methods for testing samples to find species-of-origin at the Illegal...
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International recognition for world-first virtual autopsy courses
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Forensic imaging courses from the East Midlands Pathology Unit are first to be accredited by international professional body.
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A brace of Times Higher Education Awards nominations for Leicester
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University shortlisted for Research Project of the Year: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences and DataPoints Merit Award The University of...