Featured presenter Fred Harran, Director of Public Safety, Bensalem Township Police, discussed how these powerful tools can provide real-time investigative information through DNA. Bensalem Township PD was the first police department in the country to utilize a Rapid DNA instrument in conjunction with its well-established local DNA database. 
Director Harran addressed best practices for implementing and using the technology to maximize the impact on the judicial system. He also shared first-hand experiences and answered questions on the use of Rapid DNA.

Webinar # 2: From Collection to Prosecution: Investigations using Rapid DNA and a Local DNA Database 
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Bode Technology and Thermo Fisher Scientific are proud to offer this follow up webinar featuring Glenn Vandegrift, Detective Sergeant of Forensics in the Criminal Investigations Division at Bensalem Township Police department, who will use case examples to explain how Rapid DNA and local DNA databases can solve crimes faster.

With real case examples, Sergeant Vandegrift will illustrate best practices for using this groundbreaking technology. He will also share first-hand experiences and answer questions on the use of Rapid DNA and a local DNA database.

Webinar #3

Preparing for the Worst - Rapid DNA as Part of a Comprehensive Disaster Victim ID Plan

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Bode Technology and Thermo Fisher Scientific are proud to co-host this webinar demonstrating how rapid DNA can play a pivotal role in disaster victim identification (DVI) efforts.

Stephanie Regan, Crime Scene and Laboratory Supervisor at the Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD), will share how the RapidHIT ID System enabled their agency to quickly and cost-effectively analyze tissue, brain and bone samples following a tragic helicopter crash in December, 2019.

Other topics include:

• The latest streamlined protocols for rapid analysis of skeletal remains
• Mobile, field-deployable use of rapid DNA
• A comprehensive solution that includes AABB accredited rapid DNA technology, as well as real-time reach-back support from Bode Technology
• Additional examples & case studies from agencies in the U.S. and globally

Webinar #4:  Combatting Child Trafficking with Field Forward Rapid DNA and a Comprehensive Reachback Solution

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Presenter: Dane Plaza, Director, Federal Operations, Bode Technology
Bode has successfully developed and implemented a Rapid DNA reachback center that supports Rapid DNA instruments across the country. The comprehensive program encompasses geographically separated Rapid DNA facilities, all of which rely on Bode’s accredited laboratory which is staffed with trained analysts who are providing 24/7/365 reachback support.  The speaker will discuss challenges and successes with deploying instruments, training end-users, and providing real-time support to deliver scientifically supported results.  Principles learned during this effort can be applied to applications supporting law enforcement agencies utilizing this technology.

Forensic Genealogy - Webinar Series:
Exploring the Impact, Processes, Successes and Challenges of Forensic Genealogy

Bode Technology is hosting a 6-part webinar series to examine forensic genealogy and the impact it has had over the past several years.  Speakers include forensic analysts, genealogists, prosecutors, investigators and more.  Over the course of the program, presenters will provide introductions on the technology, as well as explore the application of forensic genealogy in investigations.

Forensic Genealogy: Introduction and Review of More than a Year of Cases
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Presenters Teresa Vreeland and Melinde Byrne, Bode Technology
Description: Presenters provided an introduction to forensic genealogy.  The overview included background on the technology, use of databases, an introduction into how genealogy works, and the process of using genealogy to investigate unsolved homicides, rapes and to identify human remains.

Forensic Genealogy: Unlocking the Science of Genealogy
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Presenters: Bob Bever and Melinde Byrne, Bode Technology
Description: Presenters provided an in-depth look at the science behind forensic genealogy, including exploring the use of Microarrays and Whole Genome Sequencing.  Research on the impact of lower amounts of DNA, degraded DNA and DNA from different sources will be presented.  Results discussed included call rates and the impact those results have when searching databases.

Forensic Genealogy: Enhancing Investigations through Collaboration
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Presenters: Samantha Gwinn, LexisNexis Risk Solutions 
Description: Presenters discussed the investigative process.  Forensic Genealogy investigation requires collaborations between stakeholders.  This presentation talked about the use of LexisNexis Risk Solutions in collaboration with DNA crime laboratories and investigators to develop investigative leads.

Forensic Genealogy: Diving Deeper into Law Enforcement Investigations
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Presenter: John Somerindyke, Retired-Fayetteville Police Department
Description: Presenter discussed forensic genealogy investigations from the perspective of law enforcement.  Within the presentation, different approaches to database searching and research were discussed.

TBD - Forensic Genealogy: Ethics of Forensic Genealogy

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Presenter: TBD
Description: Presenter will discuss the ethics of the use of forensic genealogy.

DNA Evidence Collection: A Collaborative Effort

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Bode's webinar trained on best practices for crime scene evidence collection, packaging, and submission.  The impact that DNA collection has on success rates and efficiency in a forensic crime lab was also discussed. Content includes:

• Successful DNA Analysis requires cooperation between Law Enforcement Agencies and Crime Laboratories
• The products, methods, and steps used to collect and preserve DNA evidence directly impact laboratory success rates

Webinar details:

• Presenter: Dan Watsula, Product Manager, Bode Technology

BodeHITS Webinar – Local DNA Database & DNA Analysis Webinar:  BodeHITS involves the creation of a local DNA database for law enforcement agencies to investigate property and drug crimes that are impacting their communities. BodeHITS gives law enforcement agencies the control to determine which samples are processed for DNA, provides direct access to DNA analysts, and offers fast turnaround times on samples, helping to develop investigative leads. This webinar includes a BodeHITS program overview and software demonstration.

• There are no upcoming live webinars scheduled.  Please contact us for information on an upcoming date or to request a previously recorded webinar.