From sub-source to source: Interpreting results of biological trace investigations using probabilistic models
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| Publication date | 12-2015 |
| Journal | Forensic Science International. Genetics Supplement Series |
| Volume | Issue number | 5 |
| Pages (from-to) | e590-e591 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
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| Abstract |
The current method of reporting a putative cell type is based on a non-probabilistic assessment of test results by the forensic practitioner. Additionally, the association between donor and cell type in mixed DNA profiles can be exceedingly complex. We present a probabilistic model for interpretation of cell typing results. This Bayesian network can be used by forensic practitioners to form a substantiated opinion about the cellular material(s) that a sample is composed of and about the attribution of DNA donor to cell type. |
| Document type | Article |
| Note | In special issue: Proceedings of the 26th International ISFG congress. |
| Language | English |
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fsigss.2015.09.233
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