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    Forensics

    For more than 20 years, Tecan has been a trusted partner to forensic laboratories worldwide. By combining innovation, workflow security and scientific expertise, we help investigators achieve rapid, reliable results in DNA analysis and other forensic applications.

    Our proven solutions streamline sample handling, ensure full traceability and minimize cross-contamination risks - providing the robust documentation, event logging and process transparency required to defend results in legal proceedings. This allows laboratories to demonstrate that their data is solid, reproducible and court-ready, so scientists can focus on solving cases with confidence.
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    Tab 01 / Applications
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    Overview

    Forensic DNA analysis requires precision, consistency and complete traceability. Tecan automation streamlines every step, from DNA extraction and STR preparation to quantification, PCR, NGS and LC-MS workflows, ensuring reliable, contamination-free results for confident casework.

    Learn how forensic laboratories support criminal justice with cutting-edge automation in the Tecan Journal.

    “Forensic” comes from ancient Rome, where cases were argued in the Forum. Today, guilt requires more than argumentation. Forensic science aids legal decisions and has been transformed by PCR and DNA technologies.

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    Applications

    Nucleic acid purification

    Automated DNA and RNA extraction and clean-up for diverse forensic samples. Developed with partners such as Zymo Research, Macherey-Nagel and Promega to ensure high yield and purity for confident downstream analysis.

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    Quantification and normalization

    Rapid, sensitive DNA quantification for fluorescence- and UV-based analyses. Automated normalization delivers consistent input for STR profiling and other forensic assays.

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    PCR and qPCR set-up

    Automated PCR and qPCR set-up with thermocycler integration and data transfer ensures reproducible amplification, from miniaturized to high-throughput workflows.

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    NGS library preparation

    Streamlined, automated library prep for forensic genomics, from fragmentation and adapter ligation to normalization and pooling for high-quality sequencing results.

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    LC-MS sample preparation

    Fully automated sample preparation for LC-MS enables consistent, contamination-free handling for toxicology and forensic chemistry applications.

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    Tab 02 / Automation Highlights
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    Forensics workstation highlights

    Designed to meet the rigorous demands of forensic laboratories, Tecan automation ensures secure, contamination-free DNA processing. With enhanced process safety, complete traceability and full chain-of-custody compliance, it safeguards every step of forensic analysis, from extraction to amplification.

    Enhanced process safety

    Camera‑assisted worktable loading with verification and built‑in cross‑contamination protection.

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    Reliable & traceable

    Advanced sample tracking and data management across the workflow.

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    Streamlined workflows

    Intuitive interface accelerates analyses and reduces hands‑on time.

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    Versatile platform

    Ready for current forensic methods and future molecular technologies.

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    Cross‑contamination control

    Safe pipetting module shields wells so only the active wells are exposed.

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    Tab 03 / Forensic Workstation
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    Forensic workstation

    Core capabilities that secure sample integrity and accelerate casework.

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    Contamination prevention is one of our main goals, so the Safe Pipetting Module was the gamechanger for us.

    Dr. Felix Schilz, Biology Director, HLKA

    Safe Pipetting Module

    Maintain sample integrity on the Fluent® Automation Workstation by exposing only the wells required for each step. Samples remain covered while tips move, reducing aerosol and droplet risks and virtually eliminating cross‑contamination.

    • Expose only the active wells per step
    • Keep plates covered during tip movements
    • Minimize carryover for sensitive casework




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