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.
Wichita Police Department
In 1989, the body of Krista Martin was found beaten to death in Kansas. Despite law enforcement’s extensive efforts to identify the suspect, the case went cold.
Volusia County Sheriff’s Office
In 1990, the remains of an unidentified woman were found in Florida. The woman could not be identified and became known as Volusia County Jane Doe.
Pennsylvania State Police
In 2014, the remains of an unknown man were found in Pennsylvania. Despite investigators attempts to identify him, his identity remained unknown.
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation
In September 1985, a body was discovered in Tennessee. After exhausting all leads, investigators could not determine the victim's identity.
Spokane County Medical Examiner's Office
In 1971, a man's body was discovered in the Spokane River. No personal belongings were found, and decomposition prevented visual identification.
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
In 2014 and 2021, skeletal remains of an unidentified man were found in California. Despite the work of investigators, the individual could not be identified.
Kentucky State Police
In 2020, a shallow grave containing a young man was found in Kentucky. Law enforcement worked diligently to identify him, but all leads were exhausted.
