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Duration:
5 Days

Prerequisites:
Previous Analyst Experience

Lead Instructor:
Sarah Bowen, MS

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Y-STR Training Agenda

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Forensic Y-STR Training

Receive FREE Y-STR training at the Marshall University Forensic Science Center in Huntington, WV. Laboratory analysts interested in implementing Y-STR technology into their current workflow will benefit from the training modules provided. Individuals should have a basic knowledge of forensic DNA applications. Prior participation in the Advanced DNA Technologies Training or a familiarity with Real-Time PCR, Capillary Electrophoresis, and GeneMapper® ID software is also recommended. The training agenda will include both preliminary Y-STR presentations as well as hands-on, Y-STR specific, laboratory exercises and data analysis using state-of-the-art analytical kits, instrumentation and software.

# Training Module Title
01 Y-STR Introduction and History
02 Y-STR Real-Time PCR using the Applied Biosystems 7500:
- Applied Biosystems Quantifiler® Duo DNA Quantification Kit
- Promega Plexor ® HY System
03 Y-STR Amplification:
- Applied Biosystems Yfiler™ Kit
- Promega PowerPlex® Y System
04 Y-STR GeneMapper® ID Data Analysis
05 Y-STR Statistics and Utilizing the US Y-STR Database
 
* Use of instruments and software kits is not necessarily an endorsement of the product.

Training Schedule
Below is a list of the current training sessions scheduled. Once all seats have been filled for a session the Status will be marked as closed.

Date Training Type # Days Status
10.04.10 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Open
09.13.10 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Closed
08.16.10 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Open
07.12.10 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Closed
06.14.10 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Closed
05.17.10 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Closed
04.19.10 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Closed
03.15.10 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Closed
10.19.09 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Closed
09.28.09 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Closed
08.24.09 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Closed
08.03.09 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Closed
07.20.09 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Closed
06.01.09 Y-STR DNA Training 05 Closed

Applicant Requirements

  • Employed by an accredited forensic crime laboratory
  • Currently employed as a DNA Analyst or directly related position
  • Have a desire to expand professional knowledge of DNA analysis
  • Complete pre-workshop exercises, readings and documentation as requested
  • Be willing to actively participate in classroom activities and discussions
  • Be willing to travel to attend training
Accommodations
All reasonable travel expenses will be paid to participants under support of a cooperative agreement with the NIJ.  Airfare and hotel arrangements will be prepared by and billed to the Marshall University Forensic Science Center (MUFSC).  A rental car for each agency will be reserved for participants coming into the Yeager Airport in Charleston , WV .  A free shuttle service provided from the Tri-State Airport in Huntington , WV to the hotel and from the hotel to the MUFSC training sessions will be arranged.

Some travel fees must be paid by the participant or the agency at the time of travel and will be reimbursed. Meals are paid at the standard state government per diem rate of 35 dollars a day and do not require receipts.  Rental car, gasoline, airport parking and any other reasonable cost must have original itemized receipts to be considered for reimbursement on the travel settlement.  You will be contacted by the training coordinator with the details of your travel arrangements after you have been accepted into training session.

In compliance with Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, please notify us of any special accommodations needed. If you have any special dietary considerations, please let us know as well.

Inquire About Training
Contact the training coordinator at:
Telephone:
304 690 4363 x206
Alternate:
304 690 4363 x201
Fax:
304 690 4360
Email: childre3@marshall.edu

Funding
National Institute of Justice Logo Marshall University Forensic Science Center received federal funds from the National Institute of Justice to provide Y-STR DNA analysis training to forensic scientists. The project is funded under support of cooperative agreement 2008-DN-HX-K185.

To learn more about the NIJ please visit their official website:
http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/nij/


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