Rapid DNA Center of Excellence

For crime labs, law enforcement and first responders seeking technology, training and expertise in advanced DNA analysis, the Center is a resource with state-of-the-art testing and training laboratories, and will develop validation guidelines, training modules and support materials.

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Training for the Non-Scientist

Rapid DNA solutions can be implemented inside or outside the laboratory. Training can take place at your facility using your existing instruments, or at our Rapid DNA Center of Excellence in Largo, FL using the Applied Biosystems™ RapidHIT™ ID system from Thermo Fisher Scientific. Your agency or laboratory’s protocols will be incorporated into the training and workflow solution. Our training can cater to the function it will serve in your agency or laboratory. The base training includes instrument operation:

  • Loading the instrument
  • Software operation
  • Data export

Additional modules can be included, adding in-person exercises during the customized training.

Sample Preparation

  • Hands-on exercises to prepare evidence samples
  • Provided samples including swabs, gum, cigarette butts, cutting material, bone, hairs, teeth, and muscle tissue

Biological Screening

  • Detection of and testing for bodily fluids
  • Online course covering theory available for one year
  • Lecture and practical hands-on exercises incorporated into Rapid DNA training

Data & Mixture Interpretation

  • Comparing DNA profiles and judging data quality
  • Troubleshooting based on data
  • Online course covering theory available for one year
  • Lecture and practical hands-on exercises incorporated into Rapid DNA training