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.
Massachusetts State Police
In 1989, remains of an unidentified woman were found in Massachusetts. For over three decades, her identity remained a mystery.
Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner's Office
In 1984, skeletal remains were discovered in Nevada. Despite continuous efforts to identify the man, the case went cold.
Riverside District Attorney's Office
In 1994, remains of a woman were discovered in California. Despite investigators’ attempts, the woman could not be identified.
Collier County Sheriff's Office
In 1977, skeletal remains of a man were discovered in Florida. For years, the John Doe had remained unidentified.
Charlotte County Sheriff's Office
In 1988, detectives Robert Hecht was found murdered in his home. The person responsible for his murder could not be identified.
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office
In 1983, a deceased female was found with a belt tied around her neck. With all leads exhausted, a suspect was not identified.
Mississippi Office of the State Medical Examiner
In 2022, skeletal remains were transferred into the custody of MS ME's Office. Details of the case matched no known missing persons.
