Browsing Philosophiae Doctor - PhD (Biotechnology) by Author "D’Amato, Maria Eugenia"
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A forensic analysis of genetic variation in the Botswana population
Tau, Tiroyamodimo (University of the Western cape, 2016)This thesis has been placed under a long term embargo. Forensic and population genetic parameters were investigated in the Botswana population using autosomal and Y-chromosome short tandem repeat markers. AmpFlSTR Profiler ... -
Population structure and demographics in Nigerian populations utilizing Y-chromosome markers
Cole-Showers, Curtis Lanre (University of the Western Cape, 2014)Nigeria is peopled by ethnically and linguistically diverse populations of which little were known until the last few millennial. The absence of major natural geographical barrier increases the possibility of the populations ... -
Validation and application of a highly discriminating and rapid 10-locus Y-STR DNA profiling system
Kasu, Mohaimin (University of the Western Cape, 2019)DNA profiling the male specific region on the Y-chromosome is fundamental to forensic practise. Its recognised as a powerful analytical tool for investigation of sexual assault when the DNA evidence is highly admixed. ...