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Developing DNA Reading Methods
19:06 - 22:01 (02:54)
The guest discusses the development of a new method to read broken up DNA and shares the story of using bloody gauze from 40 years ago to solve a case.
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The case of the Walker County Jane Doe in Texas highlights the importance of identifying unidentified victims so that justice can be served, 40 years after her brutal murder and sexual assault.
19:06 - 20:11 (01:05)
Summary
The case of the Walker County Jane Doe in Texas highlights the importance of identifying unidentified victims so that justice can be served, 40 years after her brutal murder and sexual assault.
ChapterDeveloping DNA Reading Methods
EpisodeMy True Crime Episode with David Mittelman
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
A preserved piece of tissue from an autopsy was used to solve a case by scientists who had to develop a new method to read the destroyed DNA.
20:11 - 21:15 (01:03)
Summary
A preserved piece of tissue from an autopsy was used to solve a case by scientists who had to develop a new method to read the destroyed DNA. It was thanks to the tremendous team effort from different agencies that a name was finally discovered.
ChapterDeveloping DNA Reading Methods
EpisodeMy True Crime Episode with David Mittelman
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Every crime scene is different and presents a unique challenge that requires specific methods to access the evidence.
21:15 - 22:01 (00:46)
Summary
Every crime scene is different and presents a unique challenge that requires specific methods to access the evidence. Developing new techniques allows investigators to solve a wider diversity of cases and get every case solved.