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Advances in Forensic Biology and DNA Typing examines a broad range of forensic DNA applications and topics, based on internationally recognized best practices. As a contributed volume that includes chapters by experts from around the world, the book covers a broad range of forensic DNA applications and topics. This includes current methods for DNA extraction and typing as well as other technologies and emergent techniques in the field such as Trace and Touch DNA, Forensic DNA Phenotyping (FDP), Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG), Rapid DNA Biological Fluid Identification by epigenetics, and Pharmacogenomics. The book also explores the development and usage of forensic biology for the analysis of non- human samples and the relevance of DNA databases, management systems and quality certification in forensic.

Key features:

• Highlights sources of DNA (including biological fluids, hair, bones, teeth) detailing how to address the challenges of various sample types, quantities, and environmental factors
• Presents best practices in investigative and collection procedures, as well as evaluative and testing methods, of biological samples
• Addresses both human and non- human DNA analyses and applications for both criminal and wildlife investigations

Advances in Forensic Biology and DNA Typing is a highly illustrated guide that will serve as a useful reference for forensic laboratory professionals, investigators, and students, as well as legal professionals.

Dr Anna Barbaro is Senior Lecturer of Forensic Biology and Genetics for several degree and post- degree university courses. She served as Director of the Forensic Genetics Department at SIMEF (Studio Indagini Mediche E Forensi), Italy and as expert consultant for Italian penal and civil tribunals. She earned a PhD in Forensic Genetics from the University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain. She also has a post- degree Diploma in Applied Genetics, a Master Diploma in Improvement in Psychological and Behavioural Techniques of Criminal Investigation, a diploma in Criminal Investigation, a diploma in Crime Scene Investigation and a diploma in Criminalistics: specializing in Crime Scene. She is President of the Worldwide Association of Women Forensic Experts (WAWFE), and honor member of several international associations. She is author of more than 200 papers and presentations, serving also as editor in- chief or editorial board member and reviewer for some international scientific journals. She organizes courses and conferences about forensic science and she is a lecturer in national/ international conferences/ courses. She has received many awards for her forensic activity.

Dr Barbaro has previously edited the Manual of Forensic Science (CRC Press, USA, 2017), the Manual of Criminalistics and Criminology (Tébar Flores, Spain, 2020), the Manual of Criminalistics and Criminology (Ecoe Ediciones, Colombia, 2021), and the Crime Scene Investigation Manual (CRC Press, USA, 2022) the Manual Technical Evidence in the Criminal Trial (Key Editore, Italy, 2016) along with numerous chapters in other edited volumes.

Dr. Amarnath Mishra is an Associate Professor at the Amity Institute of Forensic Sciences, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Noida, India. Prior to that, he worked as a Founding Head of Institution & Professor at the Lloyd Institute of Forensic Science, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh; as an Associate Professor at the School of Forensics, Risk Management & National Security, Rashtriya Raksha University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat; Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India; Department of Forensic Science, Amity University Dubai Campus, United Arab Emirates; as an Associate Professor at the Department of Forensic Medicine, National Medical College, Birgunj affiliated to Tribhuvan University and College of Medical Sciences. He has over 18 years of experience in research, academics, administration, forensic practice, and casework.

Dr. Mishra has completed a Master of Legislative Law degree from the Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, Haryana, India. He earned a PhD in Forensic Science from the Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences, Prayagraj (formerly SHIATS, Allahabad) in collaboration with the Central Forensic Science Laboratory, Chandigarh, DFS, MHA, Govt. of India. He completed his M.Phil. degree in Biochemistry with a specialization in Forensic Biochemistry from Vinayaka Missions University, Salem, Tamilnadu, India. He earned an MSc degree in Forensic Science from the Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences, Prayagraj, in collaboration with the Central Forensic Science Laboratory, Hyderabad, DFS, MHA, Govt. of India. He has worked as a research scholar for the pilot study on "Non-Registration of F.I.R." at Police Stations conducted by the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D), MHA, Govt. of India. He completed his BSc degree in Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology from Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. He qualified in the UGC-NET examination in June 2007 for Lectureship in Forensic Science.

Dr. Mishra has published 10 books, 50 book chapters, and more than 120 research articles in reputed peer-reviewed national and international journals and delivered more than 55 invited talks at various national and international events. He has granted/published five national and international patents and one copyright.

Dr. Mishra has supervised three PhD students in the area of issue and perspective of DNA typing, method development for the analysis of anaesthetic drugs and detection of fire accelerants in arson cases. He has guided more than 300 undergraduate and postgraduate students in various programs i.e., BSc, MSc, BTech., MTech., MBBS, and MD for their major projects and dissertations. He has organized training sessions and delivered lectures to more than a hundred Investigating Officers of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Ministry of Personnel, Pension & Public Grievances, Govt. of India, and Officials from different countries under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (e-ITEC) Programme, Development Partnership Administration, Ministry of External Affairs, Govt. of India and other Investigating, National Security & Risk Management personals.

Dr. Mishra is a recipient of the National Academic Excellence Award, International Distinguished Academic Leader Award and Honorary Member of the Georgian Academy of Forensic Sciences, Georgia. He is an N.A.B.L. empanelled Technical Assessor for ISO/IEC17025. He is a paper setter and an external examiner for various academic institutions and recruitment agencies. He is an editorial board member in different reputed national and international journals. He has taught as a visiting faculty at various Institutions such as, Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Central Detective Training Institute, Ghaziabad, National P.G. College, Lucknow, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (A Central University), Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India, among others. He has organized more than twenty-five events.

Dr. Mishra is a Senior Forensic Expert and Medico-legal Consultant for the Courts of Law under Section 39 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023, India. He has also contributed his knowledge and experiences in television and radio programs as a Senior forensic expert and subject specialist. He is the founder of Aspire Forensics: Aspire Forensic Services & Aspire Forensic Institute and Amar Educational and Social Welfare Trust. In addition to his above assignments, he is serving many professional bodies and has lifetime memberships.