DaVinciQD 2.0
The DaVinciQD 2.0 project aims to develop methods for dating biological traces at crime scenes using quantum dots to bind specific biomarkers in fingerprints and other biological samples, integrating these methods into existing forensic practices and training.
Within DaVinciQD 2.0, research will be conducted on dating biological traces at a crime scene. Fingerprints will be used as a model in the research due to the presence of various chemical substances that correspond with other biological traces such as blood proteins, tear fluid proteins, and urine proteins.
For dating biological traces, research will first be conducted to find the most suitable biomarkers that can be used for coupling with quantum dots. More specifically, this will focus on proteins in traces. Subsequently, quantum dots will be functionalized to specifically bind to these biomarkers. Additionally, research will be conducted on how to integrate this method into already used methods for making traces visible. For the visualization of the traces, camera systems necessary to measure and analyze the signal in practice will also be examined.
To facilitate the transition to forensic practice, outcomes will be presented at conferences with various interested partners, a steering group will be formed, and study materials will be developed that can be included in existing training and education for forensic investigators at the police academy.
Funded by
SIA (Raak Pro project)
Partners
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