Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG) and DNA Evidence

A Guide for Practitioners
1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-032-71497-4
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 290 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm, Gewicht: 587 g

Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG) and DNA Evidence is a vital guide for professionals and practitioners, providing the most complete and current view of the use of DNA from crime scenes and its comparison with DNA test results available on online databases.

Across nine chapters, and through a practical lens, the book highlights how FIGG can generate investigative leads and identify potential pools of suspects. The book addresses key issues in modern forensic genealogy, such as the emergence of AI in the forensic field, as well as how forensic genetics deals with the application of genetic knowledge as applied to legal problems and litigation. Finally, the book will also examine law enforcement agencies and trained forensic genetic genealogists have developed trees and generated leads in family trees to solve multiple cold cases.

With contributing chapters from leading experts in the field Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG) and DNA Evidence offers invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of forensic genetics and genealogy usage in criminal and cold case investigations. It is an essential resource for professionals seeking to understand the current capabilities and future possibilities of these groundbreaking investigative tools.

Zielgruppe

Professional Practice & Development and Professional Reference

Autoren/Hrsg.

Vacca, John R.

Fachgebiete

• Rechtswissenschaften Strafrecht Rechtsmedizin, Forensik
• Sozialwissenschaften Soziologie | Soziale Arbeit Spezielle Soziologie Kriminalsoziologie
• Rechtswissenschaften Strafrecht Kriminologie, Strafverfolgung
• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Biowissenschaften Genetik und Genomik (nichtmedizinisch)

Inhaltsverzeichnis

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Introduction to Forensic Genetics 2. How DNA Profiling Is Used in the Criminal Justice System 3. Biogeographic Ancestry Testing 4. The Accuracy of Forensic DNA Testing 5. Why Forensic Genealogy Is Important 6. FIGG and How It Is Useful in Solving Crimes 7. Recent and Prominent Cases Solved by Forensic Genetics Science Utility Technology 8. Ethics as Lived Practice: Anticipatory Capacity and Ethical Decision-Making in Forensic Genetics 9. Artificial Intelligence and Genealogy

Über Autor(innen)

John R. Vacca is an information technology consultant, researcher, professional writer, editor, reviewer and internationally-known, best-selling author based in Pomeroy, Ohio, United States. Since 1982, John has authored, edited and published more than 87 books (some of his most recent published books include):

- Cloud Computing Security: Foundations and Challenges, 2nd Edition (Publisher: CRC Press (an imprint of Taylor & Francis Group, LLC (November 2, 2020))

- Security in the Private Cloud (Publisher: CRC Press (an imprint of Taylor & Francis Group, LLC (September 1, 2016))

- Cloud Computing Security: Foundations and Challenges (Publisher: CRC Press (an imprint of Taylor & Francis Group, LLC (August 19, 2016))

- Handbook of Sensor Networking: Advanced Technologies and Applications (Publisher: CRC Press (an imprint of Taylor & Francis Group, LLC (January 14, 2015))

as well as, more than 600 articles in the areas of advanced storage, computer security and aerospace technology (copies of articles and books are available upon request).

John was also a configuration management specialist, computer specialist, and the computer security official (CSO) for NASA's space station program (Freedom) and the International Space Station Program, from 1988 until his retirement from NASA in 1995.

In addition, John is also an independent online book reviewer. Finally, John was one of the security consultants for the MGM movie titled: "AntiTrust," which was released on January 12, 2001. A detailed copy of John’s author bio can be viewed at URL: https://www.johnvacca.com. John can be reached at: [e-mail]