Melissa

Beddow

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Dr. Beddow has extensive training in forensic DNA analysis and improving laboratory techniques. Previous work has focused on identifying efficient collection techniques with the goal of improving sample recovery. Other projects focused on recovering male DNA from extended post-coital interval cervicovaginal swabs to aid in sexual assault evidence testing. Dr. Beddow has also participated in multiple validation studies, including Rapid Stain Identification cassettes for the detection of human blood and the Eppendorf epMotion® 5075 TMX Robotic System for use with the Applied Biosystems Prepfiler™ Automated Forensic DNA Extraction kit.

Leah

Webb

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Professor Webb has a passion for forensic science and started her career as an Identification Technician, processing crime scenes. This role provided experience in various aspects within the field of forensic science, including photography, sketching, collection and preservation of evidence, latent fingerprint processing, and NIBIN acquisitions. She worked alongside law enforcement officers and developed her expertise within the criminal justice field.