21st century
forensics.
Othram is revolutionizing how forensic cases are solved, justice is served, and families are mended.
As 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 accredited lab supports chain of custody and is staffed by seasoned forensic DNA analysts with experience testifying in court.
Recent
Casework
Massachusetts Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
In 2022, a man's remains were located in Boston, Massachusetts. His identity could not be determined.
Nye County Sheriff’s Office
In June 2023, the skeletal remains of an unidentified man were discovered by an ATV driver in a desert area of Pahrump, Nevada.
Bristol County District Attorney's Office
In 2005, 42-year-old Suzanna Alvarado was murdered in Massachusetts. The suspect was not identified for nearly 20 years.
Solano County Coroner's Office
In 1980, a man's remains were discovered in Benicia, California. For 44 years, he was known as John Doe #3 (1980).
Ottawa Police Service
In 1996, Christopher Smith was fatally stabbed. The person responsible was unknown for nearly three decades.
Prince William County Police Department
In 1990, an unidentified man’s body was located in Woodbridge, VA. After 34 years, his identity is now known.
Peterborough Police Service
In 1988, a man's remains were found in Peterborough, Ontario. The man's identity was a mystery for 36 years.
