Reference DNA Databases for forensic species identification: auditing algorithms

Reference databases are indispensable tools for species identification in forensic context. Among the most widely used public databases stands GenBank or BOLD, aggregating genetic data and associated metadata of millions of specimens. Acquiring and collecting such amount of information requires a concerted effort of the scientific community. Detection and correction of inaccuracies, such as erroneous/incomplete metadata or poor DNA sequences quality, as well as the species ’ sample representativeness and reliability, are of paramount importance.
Source: Forensic Science International: Genetics Supplement Series - Category: Forensic Medicine Authors: Source Type: research