The burglary microbiome project

(American Society for Microbiology) Researchers have demonstrated that microbial signatures, the unique microbial make-up of each individual, from the built environment can identify persons involved in crimes occurring in the home, such as burglaries. The research is presented at ASM Microbe, the annual meeting of the American Society for Microbiology, held from June 7-11 in Atlanta, Ga.
Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - Category: Biology Source Type: news