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Forensic Analysis DNA Profiling

DNA profiling is the gold standard in forensic science and has been highly popularised by crime related programmes on the media. This experiment pursues the amplication of a single variable number of tandem repeat (VNTR) locus, D1S80. Come and experience the work of a forensic scientist in analysing DNA profiles and learn techniques used in forensic science.

Objectives

  • Understand the importance of DNA as evidence of a crime.
  • Learn the application of short tandem repeats (STR) and VNTR in DNA profiling.
  • Learn micropipetting techniques.
  • Perform DNA extraction from ^cheek cells and polymerase chain reaction to amplify DNA.
  • Cast agarose gel and analyse DNA through agarose gel electrophoresis.
  • Learn how to collect fingerprint evidence using actual forensic fingerprint dusting tools.

Time

9.30am – 3pm; includes lunch break, lunch not provided

Min Group Size

25 students per class

Max. Capacity

40 students per class

Age Group

17 – 18 years old

Remarks

Participants must have a biology background

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