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Synthetic DNA may help trace stolen goods


Melbourne, Jul 17 (PTI) Australian police are using traceable synthetic DNA and ultraviolet torches to help track stolen goods in a six-month trial aimed at reducing home burglaries. Synthetic DNA in liquid form can be applied to valuables, and detected with ultraviolet (UV) lamps. The material can be tested to reveal a unique code, which will help identify the registered owner. A pilot programme of similar technology in Britain achieved a 91 per cent reduction in residential burglaries, and another in New Zealand resulted in a 61 per cent decrease. Synthetic DNA and UV torches will be delivered by police to 1,000 homes in Australia from next month.


Source: India Today July 17, 2017 06:11 UTC



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