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
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.
Kane County Sheriff's Office
In 1994, a man's remains were found near the Utah-Arizona border in Kane County, Utah. His identity was a mystery for 30 years.
Saline County Sheriff's Office
In 2021, the skeletal remains of an unidentified man were discovered in Saline County, Kansas. He could not be identified.
Honolulu Department of the Medical Examiner
In 2010, a murdered man's remains were discovered in Honolulu, HI. After nearly 14 years, his identity is now known.
Connecticut Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
In 1985, a murdered woman's body was found in Westport, CT. For nearly 40 years her identity was a mystery.
Mendocino County Sheriff's Office
In 2012, a man's remains were found buried beside a Mendocino County, California river. Twelve years later, he is now identified.
