Groundbreaking DNA tech aids police

There has been a serious breakthrough in DNA technology in the UK which could potentially allow the police to reopen thousands of unsolved crimes, writes I.T. Vibe.

The technology, known as 'DNA boosting', is groundbreaking because of the ability to unscramble samples where multiple DNA is present. Prior to the introduction of the new system, scientists found it near impossible to unscramble a mixed sample of DNA where more than one person had been present.

Using a complex computer system, it is now possible to match up the DNA from the same source, even in multiple DNA samples, which can then be fed into the police database and potential suspects highlighted.

In just a few years, people may be able to get their complete genetic codes as well as medical treatments tailored specifically to their needs for only $100, or so promises an up-and-coming technology developed by Princeton faculty and researchers, says The Daily Princetonian.

The new technology, called nanofluidics, was recently named one of the “most exciting” and influential Ten Emerging Technologies of 2009 by MIT's Technology Review magazine.

Jointly developed by physics professor Robert Austin and engineering professor Stephen Chou, nanofluidics analyses genetic material in several potentially useful ways using intricate metal chips with long, smooth, extremely narrow branching channels.

Finalists for the 4th Annual 2009 CTIA Emerging Technology (E-Tech) Awards were announced and online voting is now open for the coveted Best in Show Award, reports Business Wire.

The International CTIA Wireless 2009 conference takes place from 1 to 3 April at the Las Vegas Convention Centre. All award submissions will be on display in the E-Tech Awards Showcase, located prominently in the South Hall, Booth 114.

For the first time, CTIA has established a micro-site dedicated to featuring all of the innovative and cutting-edge products submitted in this year's contest. Using this site, anyone can go to CTI Emerging Technology Entry Site to select their favourite entrants, all of which are eligible to win the Best in Show Award.