Australia Honors STRmix Co-Developer for Outstanding Public Service
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Forensic software has been used to resolve mixed DNA profiles in more than 220,000 cases worldwide. WASHINGTON (PRWEB) February 18, 2021 The co-developer of STRmix™ – sophisticated forensic software used to resolve mixed DNA profiles previously thought to be too complex to interpret – has been awarded the Public Service Medal as part of 2021’s Australia Day Honors.
Dr. Duncan A. Taylor of Forensic Science SA (FSSA) was honored by Australia’s Governor-General, David Hurley, for his role in developing STRmix™ and “for outstanding public service to forensic DNA statistics.” The Australia Day Honors annually recognize and reward positive contributions made by Australian citizens.