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Bobyn
Human identification from challenged DNA samples is not always possible using current protocols in the traditional forensic laboratory, so new methods must be developed. My research focuses on the DNA analysis of compromised evidence samples, and optimal methods of detecting and sampling trace/touch human DNA on evidential-type materials. My research also involves studying seasonal changes during bodily decomposition in northern environments. Due to the difficulty in obtaining appropriate samples of human origin, testing the effects of various treatments and environments on the success of developing DNA profiles from human remains can be limited in scope. Pigs provide excellent models for forensic studies, as samples resulting from a variety of experimental conditions can be collected and analyzed with the same methods used in forensic human identification; we can use porcine samples for training students in all the steps involved in forensic DNA analysis in the typical forensic laboratory, as well as developing new analytical methodologies.
Currie
Krista Currie is an expert in forensic DNA identification and analysis of biological evidence. She has 12 years of professional forensic science experience within the Department of Forensic Biology at the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner. For the majority of her career, she was in a supervisory position where she supervised and trained junior forensic scientists, managed several projects including cold case and post-conviction DNA testing, and managed thousands of criminal cases. She has experience with responding to mass fatality incidents to aid in disaster victim identification and has testified as an expert witness. Her research interests include the analysis of DNA from pristine and compromised biological samples, human population genetics, investigation and optimization of new methodologies for DNA identification, and the transfer of biological material.
Fairgrieve
Dr. Fairgrieve's research is concentrated on the effects of fire on the human skeleton in forensic contexts. Particularly, Dr. Fairgrieve is interested in the effects fire has on our ability to detect and interpret cut marks, stab wounds, and other forms of trauma on skeletal tissues. Dr. Fairgrieve's research has also included collaborative research in the areas of forensic botany, and bloodstain pattern interpretation.
Watterson
Dr. Watterson’s research interests focus primarily on toxicological analysis of skeletal remains and development of analytical methods for drugs and metabolites in complex tissue samples. Other areas of active research include forensic alcohol toxicology, and the application of chemometric methods to forensic toxicological analysis.