The Open Forensic Science Journal

2010, 3 : 6-8
Published online 2010 May 17. DOI: 10.2174/1874402801003010006
Publisher ID: TOFORSJ-3-6

Editorial: [Introduction to the Special Issue on Forensic Genetics: Non-Human DNA (Guest Editor: Antonio Amorim)]

Antonio Amorim
IPATIMUP rua Dr. Roberto Frias, s/n 4200-465 Porto, Portugal.

ABSTRACT

A brief overview of the current state of the art of non-human DNA in forensics is provided, followed by a synopsis of the articles included in this special issue. Future perspectives are outlined, carrying convincing evidence for the expansion of the forensic use of non-human DNA.