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    Fingerprints can be detected and used for forensic purposes.

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      Forensics – interesting facts

      Here are some interesting facts about forensics and DNA: New Zealand was the second country in the world to establish a databank of DNA profiles. Find out more about New Zealand's DNA Databank ...

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      Forensics and DNA

      Forensics is the application of science in a legal setting. An example of modern forensics evidence is the use of DNA profiling. Sources of DNA include blood, hair, semen, saliva, bone and ...

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      3. Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay, Manawatu-Whanganui, Wellington, Canterbury, Otago

      Autumn school holidays 2024

      Enjoy science-related activities during the autumn school holidays. Below are a selection of events held around Aotearoa New Zealand. Many of the providers have additional non-science activities ...

      12/04/2024 - 28/04/2024
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