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Houston Forensic Science Center Brings on Rapid DNA to Help Solve Crimes Faster

Written by | Published: 02.03.2021

Learn how Houston Forensic Science Center is adopting Rapid DNA to combat increasing crime. With recent reports of a 43% increase in murder rates between 2019 and 2020, the crime lab is turning to the Applied Biosystems™ RapidHIT™ ID system from Thermo Fisher Scientific to get results in as little as 90 minutes, instead of waiting the average one to three days for the traditional process.

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A graphic shows the RapidHIT ID System with an "NDIS approved" badge

Every minute that a crime remains unsolved is time for someone else to become a victim. Imagine what can happen when DNA testing takes only minutes, instead of days, weeks, or even months. Safer communities are within reach.

Learn more about the NDIS Approved Applied Biosystems RapidHIT ID System

Read the Case Study: Bensalem Township experiences 42% reduction in property crime

See how it works: Request a virtual demo of the RapidHIT ID System.

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