21st century
forensics.

Othram is revolutionizing how forensic cases are solved, justice is served, and families are mended.

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The missing
link to missing
persons.

Othram technology enables the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) and the Australian Federal Police’s (AFP) National DNA Program to identify human remains and resolve missing persons cases. Local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies across the United States and internationally have partnered with Othram to break through previously impenetrable forensic DNA barriers and close previously unsolvable cases.

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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

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Missoula County Sheriff's Office

In 2010, a man's remains were found by hikers in the Bitterroot National Forest. His identity was a mystery for 14 years.

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Knox County Regional Forensic Center

In 2022, skeletal remains of a man were discovered in Tennessee. Despite law enforcement's efforts, the case went cold.

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Kenosha County Medical Examiner's Office

In 1989, an infant was discovered in Wisconsin. Investigators were unable to identify the baby or locate his next of kin.

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Kinston Police Department

In 1985, Hokie Shepherd was assaulted and murdered in her home. The suspect went unidentified for nearly four decades.

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New Orleans Police Department

In 2002, a murdered woman's remains were found in New Orleans, Louisiana. Her identity was a mystery for twenty-two years.

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Berkeley County Sheriff's Office

In 1977, a woman's skeletal remains were found in Goose Creek, South Carolina, but the case went cold for nearly five decades.

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Alma Police Department

In 1995, six-year-old Morgan Nick was abducted from a Little League game in Alma, Arkansas, and remains missing.

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The best
case scenario.

Forensic evidence will degrade over time. Don't lose your evidence or allow it to be destroyed by inadequate testing or inexperienced consultants. We work with forensic professionals, medical examiners and law enforcement globally to achieve results the first time, even when other approaches have failed. Learn how Othram and our accredited laboratory can help you solve your case and support you from crime scene to courtroom.

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