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
Skagit County Sheriff’s Office
In 2017, the remains of an unidentified individual were found in Skagit County, Washington. After 7 years, the woman is now identified.
Pierce County Sheriff's Office
In 1978 and 1988, remains belonging to a murdered man were discovered in a Washington forest. The man was unidentified for nearly 50 years.
Southeast Missouri State University
In 2022, the remains of a man were discovered in Iowa's Des Moines River. His identity could not be determined.
Honolulu Department of the Medical Examiner
In 2014, a little girl's remains were found in Honolulu, HI. The identity of the girl, whose age was estimated as 2-6 years, could not be identified.
Mississippi State Medical Examiner
In 2023, the partial remains of an unidentified man were transferred to the Mississippi State Medical Examiner.
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.
