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Genetic Genealogy And Law Enforcement
14:16 - 23:45 (09:29)
GEDmatch is being used by law enforcement as a DNA database for genetic genealogy, and most major genealogy companies are attempting to restrict police access to protect their users' privacy. Individuals interested in helping law enforcement can do so by taking DNA tests and uploading them to GEDmatch.
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The use of forensic genealogy has taken off in recent years to solve crimes like identifying the Golden State Killer, but it raises concerns about genetic privacy.
14:16 - 15:33 (01:17)
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The use of forensic genealogy has taken off in recent years to solve crimes like identifying the Golden State Killer, but it raises concerns about genetic privacy. Law professor, Albert Scherr, warns about the extensive information that can be obtained through genetic testing such as predispositions to disease and behavioral disorders.
ChapterGenetic Genealogy And Law Enforcement
EpisodeEP 6: Chameleon
PodcastBear Brook
The same genetic genealogy technology that is helping to solve crimes today may also be used for more intrusive purposes in the future.
15:33 - 17:53 (02:20)
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The same genetic genealogy technology that is helping to solve crimes today may also be used for more intrusive purposes in the future. While genealogy companies are currently working to restrict police access to their databases, it is unclear whether they will be able to maintain this stance in the face of future demands.
ChapterGenetic Genealogy And Law Enforcement
EpisodeEP 6: Chameleon
PodcastBear Brook
GEDmatch has become the de facto police DNA database for genetic genealogy.
17:53 - 22:31 (04:38)
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GEDmatch has become the de facto police DNA database for genetic genealogy. Uploading your DNA could help apprehend a serial killer or identify a nameless victim.
ChapterGenetic Genealogy And Law Enforcement
EpisodeEP 6: Chameleon
PodcastBear Brook
Diane discovers the truth about her father's identity as a serial killer and deals with the aftermath, including seeking therapy to cope with the emotions that arise.
22:31 - 23:45 (01:14)
Summary
Diane discovers the truth about her father's identity as a serial killer and deals with the aftermath, including seeking therapy to cope with the emotions that arise.