DNA has become the gold standard in forensic investigation. As its use is increasing, so is our understanding of its limitations.   Jae Gerhard is the principal forensic scientist at Independent Forensic Services. Starting out as a forensic scientist at the Australian Federal Police in 2002, Jae is an expert in body fluid detection, bloodstain pattern analysis, and DNA analysis and interpretation.  In this episode of Crime Insiders Forensics, Kathryn Fox asks Jae to take us through the process of DNA collection. How accurate it is? How is it processed? And how useful is it for evidence? Jae also tells us about Stain 91, a blood stain pattern that played a part in helping to solve one of Australia's most renowned murder investigations - the Lin Family Murders. If you're interested in DNA and it's role in forensics, check out <a href="https://play.listnr.com/podcast/secrets-we-keep">Secrets We Keep: Should I Spit?</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

DNA has become the gold standard in forensic investigation. As its use is increasing, so is our understanding of its limitations. Jae Gerhard is the principal forensic scientist at Independent Forensic Services. Starting out as a forensic scientist at the Australian Federal Police in 2002, Jae is an expert in body fluid detection, bloodstain pattern analysis, and DNA analysis and interpretation. In this episode of Crime Insiders Forensics, Kathryn Fox asks Jae to take us through the process of DNA collection. How accurate it is? How is it processed? And how useful is it for evidence? Jae also tells us about Stain 91, a blood stain pattern that played a part in helping to solve one of Australia's most renowned murder investigations - the Lin Family Murders. If you're interested in DNA and it's role in forensics, check out Secrets We Keep: Should I Spit? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DNA has become the gold standard in forensic investigation. As its use is increasing, so is our understanding of its limitations.&nbsp;&nbsp; Jae Gerhard is the principal forensic scientist at Independent Forensic Services. Starting out as a forensic scientist at the Australian Federal Police in 2002, Jae is an expert in body fluid detection, bloodstain pattern analysis, and DNA analysis and interpretation.&nbsp; In this episode of Crime Insiders Forensics, Kathryn Fox asks Jae to take us through the process of DNA collection. How accurate it is? How is it processed? And how useful is it for evidence?&nbsp;Jae also tells us about Stain 91, a blood stain pattern that played a part in helping to solve one of Australia's most renowned murder investigations - the Lin Family Murders. If you're interested in DNA and it's role in forensics, check out <a href="https://play.listnr.com/podcast/secrets-we-keep" rel="noopener noreferrer">Secrets We Keep: Should I Spit?</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

FORENSICS | The Lin Family Murders

Crime Insiders is LiSTNR's home of true crime.
DETECTIVES is a gripping one-on-one interview conducted by former cop, Brent Sanders, diving deep into a crime with the detectives who led the investigation. It's a rare insight into what goes on behind the scenes in complex and intriguing police investigations.&nbsp;
FORENSICS is a sit-down interview with the world's top forensic experts, hosted by journalist and true crime author, Dr Liz Porter. Learn about the extraordinary skills and insight in this ever-changing and always-developing field of science, and how it helps convict the guilty and exonerate the innocent.&nbsp;
JUDGEMENTS delves into the gripping world of high-profile criminal cases, examining the twists and turns that lead to justice&mdash;or its failure. Each episode explores a landmark case, from the shocking crime to the courtroom drama. We break down the evidence, witness testimonies, and legal strategies, unveiling the complexities that shape the outcome. &nbsp;
REWIND&nbsp;is our &lsquo;best of&rsquo; series. A weekly revisit of episodes we&rsquo;ve curated just for you, our true crime audience. These are the episodes we believe you cannot miss if you call yourself a true crime fan.&nbsp;
Crime Insiders is YOUR home of true crime. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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Crime Insiders is LiSTNR's home of true crime. DETECTIVES is a gripping one-on-one interview conducted by former cop, Brent Sanders, diving deep into a crime with the detectives who led the investigation. It's a rare insight into what goes on behind the scenes in complex and intriguing police investigations.  FORENSICS is a sit-down interview with the world's top forensic experts, hosted by journalist and true crime author, Dr Liz Porter. Learn about the extraordinary skills and insight in this ever-changing and always-developing field of science, and how it helps convict the guilty and exonerate the innocent.  JUDGEMENTS delves into the gripping world of high-profile criminal cases, examining the twists and turns that lead to justice—or its failure. Each episode explores a landmark case, from the shocking crime to the courtroom drama. We break down the evidence, witness testimonies, and legal strategies, unveiling the complexities that shape the outcome.   REWIND is our ‘best of’ series. A weekly revisit of episodes we’ve curated just for you, our true crime audience. These are the episodes we believe you cannot miss if you call yourself a true crime fan.  Crime Insiders is YOUR home of true crime.   

Crime Insiders is LiSTNR's home of true crime.
DETECTIVES is a gripping one-on-one interview conducted by former cop, Brent Sanders, diving deep into a crime with the detectives who led the investigation. It's a rare insight into what goes on behind the scenes in complex and intriguing police investigations.&nbsp;
FORENSICS is a sit-down interview with the world's top forensic experts, hosted by journalist and true crime author, Dr Liz Porter. Learn about the extraordinary skills and insight in this ever-changing and always-developing field of science, and how it helps convict the guilty and exonerate the innocent.&nbsp;
JUDGEMENTS delves into the gripping world of high-profile criminal cases, examining the twists and turns that lead to justice—or its failure. Each episode explores a landmark case, from the shocking crime to the courtroom drama. We break down the evidence, witness testimonies, and legal strategies, unveiling the complexities that shape the outcome. &nbsp;
REWIND&nbsp;is our ‘best of’ series. A weekly revisit of episodes we’ve curated just for you, our true crime audience. These are the episodes we believe you cannot miss if you call yourself a true crime fan.&nbsp;
Crime Insiders is YOUR home of true crime. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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