21st century
forensics.
Othram is revolutionizing how forensic cases are solved, justice is served, and families are mended.
Our missionAs featured in
The missing
link to missing
persons.
Purpose-Built for Forensics
Othram features essential infrastructure and process for testing forensic DNA evidence, including automatic human enrichment, separate unidirectional workflows, and upfront DNA profile feasibility assessment to avoid unnecessary evidence consumption.
Optimized for Identification
Othram digitizes many types of genetic variation, powering proprietary KinSNP® analysis, mixture deconvolution, and genealogy. These methods, in combination with the DNASolves® database and other resources, enable human ID from forensic evidence.
Secure and Accountable
Othram uniquely offers in-house processing of evidence, from DNA extraction, enrichment, and repair, to sequencing and genealogy. Our lab supports chain of custody and is staffed by seasoned forensic DNA analysts with experience testifying in court.
Recent
casework.
Mississippi Office of the State Medical Examiner
In 2023, human cranial remains were found in Mississippi. Details of the case were entered into NamUs, but he was never identified.
St. Johns County Sheriff's Office
In 1985, the remains of an unidentified woman were found in Florida. For years, the woman could not be identified.
Calgary Police Service
In 2022, the remains of an unidentified man were discovered in Alberta. All traditional identification methods were exhausted.
Michigan State Police
In 2009, remains of an unidentified man were discovered in Michigan. Despite investigative efforts, his identity could not be determined.
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
In 1979, the remains of a woman were found in California. Despite exhaustive efforts to identify her, the case went cold.
Mississippi Office of the State Medical Examiner
In 2022, skeletal remains of an unidentified individual were discovered in Mississippi. The individual could not be identified.
Utah Department of Public Safety
In 2014, the remains of an unidentified man were found in Utah. Despite attempts to identify him, the case went cold.
