Feline Forensics: Solving Crimes with Cat DNA

Researchers from the University of Leicester have developed a method to extract DNA from cat hairs, which can be used in forensic investigations to link suspects, crime scenes, or victims. The study focused on maximizing the information obtained from mitochondrial DNA found in cat hairs, as hair lacks the root necessary for individual identification. The new technique is around ten times more discriminating than previous methods and has the potential to be applied to other species, such as dogs.