The evaluation of weight-of-evidence for low-template and/or degraded DNA profiles has been a subject of controversy over many years, not least because of the possibility of small amounts of “environmental” DNA affecting the sample, often referred to as “contamination”. I will review the statistical models, and issues surrounding the presentation in court of results from such models. I will draw on my experiences in the courts of several countries, predominantly the UK.
How to participate in this seminar:
1. Book your nearest ACE facility;
2. Notify the ACE contact person at the host institution (Darren Condon) to notify you will be participating.
No access to an ACE facility? Contact Maaike Wienk to arrange a temporary Visimeet licence for remote access (limited number of licences available – first come first serve)